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Chimera Motors

Huntington Beach, CA · Orange County

Chimera Motors focuses on pre-1975 American classics and runs a full in-house bench — paint and body, engine and LS swaps, upholstery, brake and steering conversions, and fabrication. They sit comfortably between correct restoration and restomod, which makes them a fit if you want period looks with modern drivability rather than a concours-correct time capsule.

Best suited for

Pre-1975 American builds that blend correct looks with modern upgrades — disc brakes, power steering, EFI, LS. Less of a strict concours shop.

Known for

Pre-1975 American classic restorationPaint & bodyCustom car buildsRestomod conversions

Done in-house

Mechanical repairBody & paintElectricalUpholsteryEngine buildingFabrication

Services listed

  • Paint and body
  • Engine rebuild & LS swap
  • Upholstery & interior
  • Disc brake & power steering conversions
  • EFI conversion / transmission swap

What this work costs

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What to ask this shop

  • 1.They span restoration and restomod — ask them to be specific about which modern upgrades they'd recommend for your car and which they'd leave stock.
  • 2.Ask to see a recent build with a similar restomod scope and the owner's contact for a reference.

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Common questions

What is Chimera Motors known for?
Chimera Motors's specialties include Pre-1975 American classic restoration, Paint & body, Custom car builds, Restomod conversions.
What does Chimera Motors do in-house?
Chimera Motors handles Mechanical repair, Body & paint, Electrical, Upholstery, Engine building, Fabrication in-house.
Who is Chimera Motors best suited for?
Pre-1975 American builds that blend correct looks with modern upgrades — disc brakes, power steering, EFI, LS. Less of a strict concours shop.

Sources

  1. https://www.chimeramotors.com/ — name, city, state, specialties, services, note
  2. https://www.chimeramotors.com/services — inHouse

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