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Scott has written many articles about automobile restoration over the years. Here are some of those articles which might be of some help to the serious car collector or restorer. Check back often for new articles.
  • Reimschuessel's Treasury of Tools
    Today, starting a new Mercedes-Benz dealership requires a multimillion dollar investment, but this wasn't always the case. In the 1960s a technically qualified individual could become a dealer on a shoestring. Among those who did so was Bert Reimschuessel.
  • How to pick the right car
    There are three principals in a restoration: car, restorer and client. As a client, you've waited a long time to restore your favorite car, and the restorer's work represents a significant investment. Here are some suggestions to help you keep the job smooth, exciting and under control.
  • How to fix paint chips
    A friend in the auto detailing business suggested a way to repair the chips quickly and economically. We tried it, and we could see that unless you knew exactly where the chip was, you could never see the repair.
  • Vintage Project, Part II
    This is the second in a series of articles based on Scott's restoration of a prototype 300SL built in 1953-54. However, this information will be helpful to to restorers of any model
  • Getting the Old Paint Off
    This article will de-mystify the painting process and provide you with knowledge that will prove useful whether you decide to attempt paint work yourself or hire a professional.
  • Preparing for Paint
    This is the second article in the series on painting your classic car. Your goal, through a process of gradual refinement, is to create a surface as perfectly smooth and as free from flaws as possible.
  • Applying Paint
    Two previous articles descibed the process of preparing a surface for painting. Up to this point our aim has been to create a clean, level surface as smooth and flawless as possible. Now we're ready to paint!