Our Story
Our Story
A lifelong love for cars turned into a restoration shop built on pride, precision, and purpose.
Built on Craftsmanship, Collaboration,
and the Drive to Create
Envision. Restore. Rebuild.
Our personal and professional drive fuels everything we do. We strive to deliver premium custom builds, high quality restorations, and never deviate from our standard of excellence as we master our craft each and every day.
Our personal and professional drive fuels everything we do. We strive to deliver premium custom builds, high quality restorations, and never deviate from our standard of excellence as we master our craft each and every day.
Built on Passion from the Start
Built on Passion from the Start
Chesapeake Classic Restorations was built from a lifelong obsession with cars, craftsmanship, and creating something unforgettable. Long before Jon could legally drive, he was already building and modifying vehicles. Turning passion into hands-on experience through project cars like a 1983 RX-7, 1987 Grand National, and a 1971 Nova. Growing up in upstate New York, the heart of the rust belt, Jon was surrounded by the raw culture of American muscle cars and hands-on restoration. Weekend drag racing trips to Lucky Drag City in Wattsburg, PA and countless hours working alongside his father, uncle, and mentors helped shape the skills and discipline that would later define Chesapeake Classic Restorations.
Chesapeake Classic Restorations was built from a lifelong obsession with cars, craftsmanship, and creating something unforgettable. Long before Jon could legally drive, he was already building and modifying vehicles. Turning passion into hands-on experience through project cars like a 1983 RX-7, 1987 Grand National, and a 1971 Nova. Growing up in upstate New York, the heart of the rust belt, Jon was surrounded by the raw culture of American muscle cars and hands-on restoration. Weekend drag racing trips to Lucky Drag City in Wattsburg, PA and countless hours working alongside his father, uncle, and mentors helped shape the skills and discipline that would later define Chesapeake Classic Restorations.
From Art Teacher to Master Restorer
From Art Teacher to Master Restorer
Jon completed his first full build at just 21 years old with the 1971 Nova, proving early that he had more than interest, he had talent. After finishing college, he moved to Maryland and spent 12 years teaching art in the Easton, MD area, but never stopped building. Whether it was restoring classic vehicles, motorcycles, furniture, homes, or creating sculptures and custom projects, Jon’s drive to create never turned off. Every summer, every spare moment, he was restoring something, and the dream of opening a professional classic car restoration and custom auto build shop continued to grow. What started out as retirement goals quickly became a calling that couldn’t wait.
Jon completed his first full build at just 21 years old with the 1971 Nova, proving early that he had more than interest, he had talent. After finishing college, he moved to Maryland and spent 12 years teaching art in the Easton, MD area, but never stopped building. Whether it was restoring classic vehicles, motorcycles, furniture, homes, or creating sculptures and custom projects, Jon’s drive to create never turned off. Every summer, every spare moment, he was restoring something, and the dream of opening a professional classic car restoration and custom auto build shop continued to grow. What started out as retirement goals quickly became a calling that couldn’t wait.
Growing into a Full-Service Restoration & Custom Shop
Growing into a Full-Service Restoration & Custom Shop
With encouragement from a trusted business friend, Jon took the leap and launched Chesapeake Classic Restorations, starting small but quickly earning a reputation for honesty, quality craftsmanship, and high-end classic restoration work. As demand grew, so did the company. Today, Chesapeake Classic Restorations operates out of two large warehouses with a team of over 15 skilled professionals and a growing client base. Our mission expanded beyond restoration into complete automotive customization, leading to the creation of Chesapeake Custom Graphics, providing services like window tinting, vehicle wraps, commercial wraps, and full custom finishes. Together, our brands offer one complete destination for restoration, custom builds, and modern customization, built on passion, precision, and pride.
With encouragement from a trusted business friend, Jon took the leap and launched Chesapeake Classic Restorations, starting small but quickly earning a reputation for honesty, quality craftsmanship, and high-end classic restoration work. As demand grew, so did the company. Today, Chesapeake Classic Restorations operates out of two large warehouses with a team of over 15 skilled professionals and a growing client base. Our mission expanded beyond restoration into complete automotive customization, leading to the creation of Chesapeake Custom Graphics, providing services like window tinting, vehicle wraps, commercial wraps, and full custom finishes. Together, our brands offer one complete destination for restoration, custom builds, and modern customization, built on passion, precision, and pride.
Ready to Work With Us?
Let’s Bring Your Dreams to Life.
Phone
Let’s Bring Your Dreams to Life.
Phone