Blog Posts About The Karl Kustoms Vehicle Vault

September Update: Collectibles, Last Of Summer Nights, And More

Thunderbirds, Firebirds, and Cobras, oh my! This September at Karl Kustoms was packed full of exciting classic automobiles. This September was a busy one for the Karl Kustoms crew. We celebrated our final Karl Kustoms Summer Nights of the year and helped to spice up numerous classic rides. Final Summer Nights At Karl Kustoms Summer…

Customer Story: 1953 Ford F-100

The F-100 has long been an important fixture of traditional Americana and a symbol of the well-built, stylish, and unique past. The F-100 is one of the most iconic trucks ever produced. And long after their final production run, they have carried on as a collector favorite. That’s why we want to tell you about…

Central Iowa Cruising With Carl Moyer

Carl isn’t the only auto enthusiast in the area. His cruising sessions never fail to uncover the most unique owners and vehicles around. Over the summer, Carl spent a lot of time cruising. In that time he made several stops to check out some of the finest local automobiles and hear the stories from the…

A Corvette Video Showcase From Karl’s

At Karl Kustoms, we live and breathe Corvettes. We’ve worked on a wide variety of Corvettes over the years. Check out this video collection of some of our favorite Corvette projects – and get to know the owners we’re privileged to call our customers. 1. 2014 Corvette C7 Stingray The owner of this beaut asked…

Karl’s ’32 Is A Street Rod Of The Year Finalist

At Karl Kustoms, we don’t only sell a variety of high quality performance parts and accessories. We also offer installation and customization services for both modern and classic autos. We have an experienced team of experts that specialize in all areas of customization including: In fact, we love customizing vehicles so much that we do…

Inside The Paint Shop: What Makes Karl Kustoms The Go-To Paint Shop In Iowa

At Karl Kustoms, we have a state-of-the-art paint shop. We use modern equipment and we stock a variety of high quality automotive paint. Our set up makes us a good paint shop, but that’s not what makes us a great paint shop. What makes us great, then? Two words: Ed Birmingham. Ed Birmingham is our…

On The Road With A 1966 Chevy II Nova SS

The Chevy II Nova SS is one of the most iconic automobiles ever produced by Chevrolet. The Nova may be gone, but it’s not forgotten. Take a look at the video, and you’ll see just how cool this Chevy II Nova SS restoration is. From its pristine exterior to its vibrant red upholstery, the vehicle…

The Classic Looks Of The 1940 Ford Deluxe

The Ford Deluxe stands out today as one of the premiere hot rods of the 20th century. Its classic looks are still stylish even 80 years later. The Ford Deluxe is one of the most beloved cars in America. In addition to its status as a popular hot toddler, Hollywood can’t get enough of it.…

Hot Rods Galore For May’s Virtual Summer Nights

Virtual Summer Nights of May was packed with our favorite hot rods, Dale Jr. stories, and tuning tech. Virtual Summer Nights is the perfect way to get your stay-at-home fix of hot rods. If you haven’t already, make sure to catch our monthly Virtual Summer Nights for all kinds of great Karl Kustoms content. (Here’s…

July Karl Kustoms Update: It’s A Chevy Carnival

This July was all Chevy all the time. There were plenty of fun projects keep every GM fan happy here at Karl Kustoms. July was filled with many adventures, but our highlights were all Chevy-centric. From a depression-era Chevy street rod to the just-released C8 Corvette, July had a lot to offer. 1932 Chevy –…