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The East Coast Hot Rod Garage was started in 1999 by Ray and Terri Bartlett. Under their ownership, the team has built some of the most beautiful and awarded hot rods on the East Coast. Dean was one of the original employees, and Jason started in 2005. When Ray decided to retire, it was only natural that Jason and Dean would take it over. It has been in their hands since July 1, 2019. They continue to build high-quality cars.

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Why People are Choosing Us for Their Hot Rods

Unparalleled Expertise

40+ years combined experience; passionate owners with hands-on skills.

Award-Winning Work

Recognized excellence with multiple awards and magazine features.

Comprehensive Services

All of your hot rod needs under one roof; seamless quality.

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Why People are Choosing us

    
 
 
         
   Steven Higgs 
 
 
 
  Thank heaven for places like the Hot Rod Garage. Dean (co-owner?) stopped by my house on his way home to look at the suspension problem on my '36 Olds. Free of charge. Who does that nowadays? They fixed the suspension (replaced both coil springs) and several other issues needing attention: timing, tightened distributor, carb adjustment, carb cleaning, repaired voltage regulator, new alternator, new boots for all ball joints, checked the a/c, fixed the aftermarket windshield wiper assembly and adjusted the emergency brake. Some of you true street rod enthusiasts are probably rolling your eyes that I needed some of these things done but for someone like me, who's just getting into it and who just bought the car, I am extremely thankful to have stumbled across these guys (thanks google). Honest, fair, helpful and efficient - all descriptives rarely applied to mechanics in general - much less to craftsmen in such a highly specialized field (where the opportunities for price gouging may be ripe). Five stars and a hearty recommendation from me.
  
 
        
   Tom Tyler 
 
 
 
  Immaculate cars. Welcoming shop. Great craftsmanship.
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 4.6 of 5, based on 10 reviews