Why restore a collector car? -- Restoration: what does it mean? -- How to select a collector car -- Research : uncovering a car's "life story" -- Setting up shop and working safely -- Disassembly : taking the car apart -- Restoring the car's brightmetal trim -- Cleaning, stripping, and derusting -- Abrasive blasting -- Metal repair -- Smoothing dents and repairing metal -- Applying the primer coatings -- Applying the finish coat -- Inspecting and overhauling car brakes -- Restoring mechanical assemblies -- Renewing the car's wiring -- Restoring your collector car's interior -- Replacing a convertible top and renewing weatherstripping -- Care and preservation of your collector car -- Showing and enjoying your collector car