21st Century Performance

21st Century Performance Classic and muscle car restoration, repair, performance builds, sales, brokerage, and inspections. Based in Los Angeles. Worldwide shipping. Since 2008.
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08/21/2026

This ’66 Impala Is Getting a Second Chance

07/30/2026

They brought Dad’s 1960 Cadillac Coupe DeVille back to life for ONE FINAL family drive!

This incredible time capsule had been sitting in a garage just a couple of miles from our shop. The family didn’t bring it to us for a full restoration. They simply wanted it running and driving again so they could take it by their father’s grave, put the grandkids inside, and capture a few meaningful photos.

We completed the work needed to make it safely drivable while preserving the history and character that make it so special.

After the family’s final drive, this Cadillac may be ready for its next chapter.

Would you preserve it exactly as it is or restore it?

07/28/2026

How often do you see an original dual-quad 409, four-speed 1962 Impala these days?

It’s the legendary configuration the Beach Boys sang about in “409.”

This one belongs to a customer and friend who spotted it while doing a water-heater job at the home of the previous owner’s widow. He went there as a plumber and unexpectedly came home with one seriously cool car.

It looks like it may still have a lot of its original paint and could potentially be rust-free. It’s here for some engine issues, so we’ll be getting it under the hood and sharing more soon.

Would you preserve it exactly as it is or restore it?

07/22/2026

Every shop has a story.

This old time clock isn't here because it works. It's here because it reminds me where everything started.

My dad owned a security and locksmith business called 21st Century Security. When I was a kid, he'd bring me to work on Saturdays, lift me up, and let me punch the time clock. It was his way of teaching me that nothing comes without hard work.

Years later, after he passed away and the business was sold, I tracked this time clock down and promised myself that if I ever started my own company, it'd have a place in it.

Nearly 18 years later, it's still here, reminding me where I came from and why I started.

07/16/2026

Remember the yellow '69 Camaro we delivered to its new owner?

Well... it's back.

The owner decided to take it even further, and now it's getting a serious transformation.

✔️ Roadster Shop Spec chassis
✔️ LT4 supercharged V8
✔️ Currie 9-inch rear
✔️ Baer brakes
✔️ Full floor replacement
✔️ Mini tubs

One detail most people never think about...

Before replacing the floors, the body has to be properly braced. If you skip that step, the body can twist, creating major fitment issues later on.

This is just the beginning. Follow along as this build comes together.

🚨 NOW HIRING – Parts & Inventory Specialist 🚨📍 Inglewood, CA21st Century Performance is looking for a motivated and reli...
07/13/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING – Parts & Inventory Specialist 🚨

📍 Inglewood, CA

21st Century Performance is looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join our team. We are hiring for part-time or full-time positions.

Responsibilities:
🔹 Organize, manage, and catalog shop inventory
🔹 Research automotive parts and applications
🔹 Photograph parts and vehicles
🔹 Create and manage listings on eBay, OfferUp, Facebook Marketplace, and other online platforms
🔹 Package and ship sold items
🔹 Assist with parts sourcing and ordering
🔹 Help maintain an organized and efficient workspace

Qualifications:
✅ Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
✅ Strong knowledge of automotive parts and vehicles (classic and performance experience is a plus)
✅ Experience selling on online marketplaces preferred
✅ Reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
✅ Able to work independently with minimal supervision
✅ References required

🎓 Students are encouraged to apply! We are happy to work around school schedules.

📧 To apply, email your resume, references, and a brief summary of your experience to:
[email protected]

⚠️ Please do NOT show up at the shop. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview.

If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this post!

07/08/2026

I was 13 years old when I bought my first car, a '66 Chevelle SS. I saved up $2,500, and my dad helped me bring it back to life in our driveway.

Looking back, I had no idea that one project car would turn into a lifelong passion and a career.

Just moving some cars in and out of the warehouse today. It's a mix of personal cars, customer builds, and cars for sale. Every car has a story, and every one represents years of hard work, memories, and late nights in the garage.

It's pretty incredible to think it all started with that one Chevelle.

What was the first car that got you hooked? Let me know in the comments.

07/06/2026

We're moving some of my cars into the warehouse today, and it reminds me how much history is rolling down the road.

Every car has a story, and every one represents years of hard work, memories, and late nights in the garage.

Seeing them all together never gets old.

In the next video, I'll take you inside the warehouse and show you what's waiting.

Which car caught your eye? Let me know in the comments.

🚨 LAST CHANCE!!!! 🚨Due to Earl’s discontinuing the fittings used in our 1999–2004 Saleen Intercooler Upgrade, we are off...
07/04/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE!!!! 🚨

Due to Earl’s discontinuing the fittings used in our 1999–2004 Saleen Intercooler Upgrade, we are officially discontinuing production.

We have a couple complete units built and ready to ship, along with enough remaining fittings to build only a couple more. Once those are gone, that is it. We do not anticipate retooling or producing these again.

This is your FINAL CHANCE to own what is the best intercooler ever made for the 1999–2004 Saleen. Buy a spare, or finally upgrade before your original stock intercooler becomes the weak link you have been meaning to address.

As many of you know, our discontinued Saleen Series VI Strut Tower Brace originally retailed for $419. Today, when one rarely comes up for sale, they typically bring $1,500–$2,000. Do not miss the opportunity to own another piece of 21st Century Performance history before it is gone forever.

Price: $1,599.00

First come, first served. Once they are gone, they are gone.

📞 Call us today—we are even open for the holiday!
310-425-8700

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day!

When my daughter Mandy was born, I never imagined she’d be so interested in cars. Now she’s helping out at the shop, tagging along to car shows, and making memories I’ll never forget.

Watching her grow up has been one of the greatest joys of my life, and being her dad is the best job I’ve ever had.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, grandfathers, and father figures out there.

Tom

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410 N La Brea Avenue, Ste 4
Inglewood, CA
90302

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