Personalized Luxury was the concept behind the 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, and from 1970-'72 they remained similar, featuring only minor trim and detail differences between them. Though the SS option was dropped, a new "custom" package was available for 1972 only, which included an upgraded suspension. (more…)
The Oldsmobile 4-4-2 was produced between the 1964 and 1987 model years and became a model in its own right from 1968 to 1971. All standard 1968 4-4-2 engines were painted a bronze–copper color, the 1967s were topped with a fire-red air cleaner. The W-30 option (Oldsmobile's big secret in hopes of finally outdoing the GTO) came equipped with a ram-air option package. It was a "Supercar" released in late '66, and by 1967 the word was out about the muscle…
Becoming its own model in 1978, the Chevrolet Malibu began as a trim level of the Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition to the nameplate change, the 1978 Malibu model was over a foot shorter, which cut down the vehicle's weight by several hundred pounds. Another notable change for the new model was the chrome-plated plastic grille with ‘Chevrolet’ block lettering, both available at Original Parts Group. https://youtu.be/lDdrpnphHsQ (more…)
Whether you are a customer, a potential customer, or enjoy following Original Parts Group (OPGI) on social media, you probably know that we hit a huge milestone this year, celebrating 40 years in the restoration business. OPGI has been the supplier of high-quality reproduction parts and accessories for classic GM brand cars these past four decades, here's a recap of our 40th. (more…)
Original Parts Group attended the 2022 SEMA show this past week, exhibiting in our well-known double-decker booth in Central Hall. While we celebrate our return to the premier tradeshow showcasing our new products, two fully restored classics, and two very special guest appearances, OPGI also celebrates 40 years in the restoration business this year. (more…)
Stay tuned for another OPGI feature on a new episode of, Car Fix. Knowing who to turn to for their GM restoration needs, hosts Bryan Fuller and Jermey Bumpus enlist the help of OPGI for original parts that will bring out the best of their latest project, a 1964 Malibu. (more…)
Detroit Muscle hosts Tommy Boshers and Joel McMillan guide viewers through restoring and modifying late-model and classic muscle cars each week. Watch for an OPGI Product Feature on POWERNATION TV as the guys demonstrate a step-by-step restoration on a 1983 Hurst Oldsmobile using some of our finest quality restoration parts and accessories. Tune into PowernationTV on Monday, October 24th. (more…)
It was love at first sight for OPGI Customer Roger Acquistapace when he first laid eyes on his '71 Monte Carlo. After seeing a 1970 model for the first time, Roger knew the Monte Carlo was the vehicle for him. When the 1971 model was released, Roger made his way over to Pellini Chevrolet located in beautiful wine country in Sebastopol California, and purchased one brand new. Like many of our Monte Carlo customers, Roger is a proud member of…
On this episode of All Girls Garage, Bogi and Faye help the owner with the final assembly of his inherited classic, a 1986 Monte Carlo. To complete the task, the ladies turn to Original Parts Group's extensive G-Body catalog to locate all of the hard-to-find parts and accessories. (more…)
Are you following Youtube personality Kyle Lindsey’s ’69 Chevelle Restomod series? If you haven’t been, you are missing out on extremely informative how-to content. Let us catch you up to speed! The Chevelle Restomod series kicked off with Kyle tearing out the interior followed by the body stripdown, which helped Kyle prepare for the installation of the interior, exterior restoration parts, and accessories provided by Original Parts Group. Now that you are all caught up, check out Kyles most recent video, as he mounts the body to a…