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Revitalizing the Road: Expert Refurbishing Techniques for Pre-Owned EVs

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Top 8 Best Performance Mods for Your Car

Best Performance Mods for a Car Introduction Performance modifications can transform a standard vehicle into a more powerful and efficient machine. For car enthusiasts looking to enhance their driving...

The Top 6 Most Expensive Cars in the World

The world of luxury automobiles is a showcase of innovation, design, and engineering excellence. For car enthusiasts, the allure of the most expensive cars in the world is not just in their price tags...

How to Do a Compression Test on an Engine

Performing a compression test on an engine is a fundamental diagnostic procedure in automotive maintenance. This test helps in identifying the condition of an engine’s cylinders, which can...

Preserving the Past: Essential Maintenance Tips for Classic Cars

Welcome back to Mako Motor’s Ultimate Classic Restoration Guide. After the hard work and dedication put into restoring a classic car, the final and ongoing step is its preservation and...

Test and Fine-Tune – The Devil’s in the Details

Introduction Welcome back, classic car renovators! This is Mako Motor’s Ultimate Guide to Classic Restoration. If you’ve made it to Step 9, give yourself a pat on the back – you’re nearly...

Bringing Back the Charm: Interior Restoration

Hello again, classic car enthusiasts! This is Mako Motor’s Ultimate Guide to Classic Car Restoration. You’ve tackled the body, mastered the mechanicals, and now it’s time for...

Where the Magic Happens: Mechanical Overhaul

Welcome back, classic car enthusiasts, to Mako Motor’s Ultimate Guide to Classic Car Restoration. You’ve scrubbed, sanded, and sweated through the first three steps of restoration. Now...

Restoring the Glory: A Guide to Reassembling a Classic Car

Restoring a classic car is a journey that demands patience, precision, and a genuine passion for automotive craftsmanship. As you embark on the reassembly phase of your project, Mako Motor is here to...

Rolling Art: A Guide to Painting Your Classic Car

Welcome to Mako Motor, where we celebrate the timeless allure of classic cars. If you’re the proud owner of a vintage beauty, you know that restoring and maintaining it is both an art and a...