Big Oak Garage

Big Oak Garage We are a hot rod shop that focuses on design, fabrication, paint and driveability. Land bought by, and still owned today, by the Posey family.
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About Us

The second most common question we get asked (the most being, “What color ya gonna paint it?”), would be, “Where did the name come from?” The answer begins with an 80 acre purchase on the outskirts of the Lookout Mountain and the Appalachian Mountain ranges back in 1927. The property was once home to livestock, cotton fields, and later, soybeans. All of which were still present when sh

op owner, Jimmy Posey, was just a boy. On the north end of the property, accessible only by a dirt “field road”, stood an oak tree. By the time Jimmy had reached “legal” driving age, the big oak tree had become a popular hang out. A perfect spot for BS'n, drinkin', fightin', or steaming up the car windows; “Meet me at the big oak” had become a rallying cry. With the passing of time, comes the changing of the tide. Cotton and soybean fields give way to houses. Livestock gets replaced by the family pet. Hair gets thinner, and waistlines get thicker. One thing that remained a constant however, was the love of the automobile and motor sports. When Jimmy's son, Will, became old enough to handle a drag car, they tore out across the Southeast from Atlanta to Memphis with a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. Bracket racing under the “Big Oak Racing” banner. Later, drag racing was abandoned for the pursuit of restorations and customizations. The first car the two teamed up on was a 1956 Chevrolet four-door that, like the land, had been in the family for years. After its completion, it ended up on the cover of the small, but national publication, Southern Rodder Magazine. After that, it was featured on the Speed Channel's “My Classic Car”, with Jimmy being interviewed by Dennis “The Mustache” Gage. All of which were positive signs pointing the two in direction of opening shop. Eventually that day did come, and “Big Oak Garage” was the natural name of choice. Work began out of a three car garage beside Jimmy's house. The garage, naturally, was immediately too small, and a new shop was quickly built on the Posey land. Today, the land looks different, but that oak tree still stands. Standing as a symbol of the past and a hopeful future, that has meshed together to form the present. Keep your soul tuned to the open road, and we'll meet you at the “Big Oak”

07/13/2026

Just a little recap of the weekend. We had a blast at the goodguysrodandcustom show in Columbus, Ohio. Took home a Top 10 Builders Choice by dutchboys_hotrods as well. Good times!!!

07/11/2026

Shoutout to dutchboys_hotrods for choosing the 62 Impala for a Top 10 Builders Choice here at the goodguysrodandcustom show here in Columbus, Ohio.

The 62 Impala is setup here at the goodguysrodandcustom Columbus, Ohio show! Come on by and see us.
07/10/2026

The 62 Impala is setup here at the goodguysrodandcustom Columbus, Ohio show! Come on by and see us.

07/07/2026

Shout out to nextlevelblocks for keeping our cars straight! What other things would you all like to see from our fab shop or body shop?

Land of the free, because of the brave! Wishing everyone a Happy 4th of July from our family to yours!
07/04/2026

Land of the free, because of the brave! Wishing everyone a Happy 4th of July from our family to yours!

07/02/2026
Have you seen our latest video?Tap to watch 👉 youtu.be/aAYP8sL7hX0?si=i9c1PrW4PskF8PXH
07/02/2026

Have you seen our latest video?

Tap to watch 👉 youtu.be/aAYP8sL7hX0?si=i9c1PrW4PskF8PXH

At this event, Will Posey from Big Oak came out to pick his favorit...

07/01/2026

The C10 patina project got that BASF North America 503 green on the underside yesterday.

06/18/2026

Here’s to our top 10 picks at the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association in Perry, Georgia! It was a honor to be able to pick the Top 10 Builders Choice. We had an amazing time. Good folks, hot rods and a great show you don’t want to miss!

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Address

6818 US Highway 278 E
Hokes Bluff, AL
35903

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 12am

Telephone

+12564945657

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