1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass SX RH Restomod EFI and Transmission Upgrades at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop

This deep black 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass SX Convertible is powered by a 455 Olds V8 and arrived at the V8 Speed & Resto Shop with a turbo 400 automatic transmission. The owner wants to use this car often and make it a comfortable and reliable driver, so plans include a Holley EFI system and an overdrive transmission. However, he does not want to deviate from the classic original appearance of the car. Follow along as we improve the drive ability of this extremely sharp Cutlass!

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We had an AWESOME night hosting the Red Bud Chamber Business After Hours. Local businesses had the chance to meet V8 Speed and Resto Shop owners Kevin and Kelle Oeste, and enjoyed shop tours seeing restorations and customized cars from all over the world. We’re happy to make Red Bud our home!

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Special thanks to Route 3 Hut for providing a fantastic selection of spirits along with delicious appetizers by Kathy’s Wings-N-Things.

2022 Veterans Day at V8 Speed and Resto Shop

V8 Speed and Resto honors all Veterans, and we appreciate those who chose to be part of our team.  We are fortunate to work on a variety of Classics and Muscle Cars for Veteran owners, as well.  Thank you for your sacrifice and service to our country!

Dylan Rollins, US Marine Corps, 2018-2022

Andrew Helfrich, US Marine Corps, 2011-2015

Bob Schramm, US Army 1968-1970

Jason Beebe, US Air Force, 22 Years

Mike “Q-Ball” Clarke, US Air Force

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1969 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster 427 Swap at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop

This great-looking 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is visiting the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for some performance upgrades, with the big one being the install of a Chevrolet Performance ZZ427 engine and Holley EFI.  We’ll also be upgrading the brakes and suspension to handle the 485 HP from the new mill.  Read More to see the photos and videos!

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1972 Chevrolet Corvette Upgrades at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop

 

This clean 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is visiting the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for some performance upgrades in the suspension and braking departments.   Read More to see the photos and videos!

 

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1971 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster Upgrades at the V8 Speed and Resto Shop

 

This silver 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is visiting the V8 Speed & Resto Shop for some performance upgrades in the suspension and braking departments.   It’s a 350 4-speed car that looks clean lowered on custom wheels.  Read More to see the photos!

 

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