Apache Automotive

I brought in (2) vehicles to Steve at Apache. I brought a complete frame off restoration with my 73 Dart, and an auction purchase with my 69 Chevelle. The Dart was the most cumbersome and expensive. My hat goes off to the team for their body/paint work. It was very well done. Other than that, unfortunately I am not satisfied with the Dart specifically due to the time and money spent. I waited just over a year and a half to get to the point of maybe "200-250 hours" left on the job. The engine restoration was subbed out to Johnson's in Warwick. I finally retrieved it in February 2024. They did a good job, but again the timing and cost was high. When it came to the Chevelle, that was less about particulars and more about getting it streetable. I spent over 10K to only have things like the spark plugs not replaced, lights not working, and even wire clippings on the floor when i picked it up. They didn't even wash or vacuum it. However, when it came to DETAIL, I was sure to be charged for their 'time' spent ordering individual parts. Steve is an excellent salesmen and toungesmith. I caught this on day 1, but my options are limited in this industry as his profession is a dying breed. So, I gave him the benefit of the doubt only to spend tens of thousands over 2 years to have 2 unfinished projects to take elsewhere. My recommendation to any of you out there is to agree on a flat rate price from the beginning, along with a time frame. Otherwise, Steve will roll you into his web and bury your car along with the dozens of others crammed into a shop that you can barely walk in. My belief is his passion is in boats instead...but the cars are consistent and keep the business 'afloat'. Just speculation. Ill never return. Thanks for reading.
Feb 14th, 2024

Great service, excellent work.
Jul 11th, 2023

Steve and his crew are nicest bunch you'll ever meet!! If something isn't to your liking they will make right!! I could talk to Steve for hours .... his knowledge for cars is almost scary how much he knows! Mark, Matt, Alan and a the all other guys are really incredible to work with!! They're working on my Cutlass 442 and a Jaguar XJS Love these guys!
Sep 21st, 2021

Found this place for my boyfriend. He was very impressed. He said they were very professional. He loves his antique cars.
Aug 9th, 2021

May 25th, 2021