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At Flashback Motorworks, hot rods and muscle cars are more than just a memory — they’re a reality. For years, Flashback Motorworks has been providing classic restorations that would make The Beach Boys and Frankie & Annette drool. With almost 70,000 square feet of space, this is the largest full service shop in the Southeast and one of the largest in the country.

In many cases, Flashback Motorworks takes neglected and sometimes forgotten, old classic cars and trucks that, very often, have been pulled out of granddad’s old garage or barn, and then miraculously restores them to their original showroom floor condition. Many times a customer simply may not be satisfied with the overall condition of their car. They want the car to look like it just rolled off the showroom floor. Flashback Motorworks can make that wish come true.

Classic restoration is just part of the many services provided at Flashback Motorworks. Some of the services provided include the following:

Steve Curran, general manager of Flashback Motorworks, states "We are highly qualified and capable of doing anything the customer wants us to do with their pride and joy. From extreme restorations to all types of collision and more. "Steve’s knowledge and professionalism come from 20 years of being in the car business. He has owned his own shop as well as managed other shops.

If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing collision work, Flashback Motorworks has a collision division that is second to none. They provide collision and restoration for any car or truck no matter what year it was made. Old or new, expert collision service is thumbprinted on every car and truck that awaits the anxious owner after completion.

So, when you see the name Flashback — it means flashback to your car’s original state, old or new. The name Flashback can apply to any car, a 1932 Cadillac, a 2006 Ford, or a new car you purchased yesterday. Whatever your automotive needs, Flashback’s expertise will exceed your expectations.

Flashback Motorworks prides itself on having the best employees — hiring the finest skilled and experienced people in the industry. Coupled with a true love for cars and trucks, this combination of skill and passion is reflected in the quality of work that is performed. The result is truly a work of art! In many cases, the skills and traits of the employees have been passed down through generations.

To some people, restoring a car or truck to its original state may seem like a "lost art". But it is alive and well at Flashback Motorworks. The team literally can restore any car or truck to its original state regardless of its age or condition. Some may feel this is impossible. That is why the phrase "seeing is believing" is very appropriate in the case of Flashback Motorworks. True transformations of cars and trucks are in plain view on the website (Flashbackmotorworks.com) and in person where people are encouraged to come in for a visit and see for themselves.

In addition, Flashback Motorworks offers a unique feature on its Website. This feature allows customers to click on a tab which guides them to a secured individual log-in area. This private individual log-in area enables the customer to monitor the progress of their personal car or truck. No one but that particular customer can access that area. As Steve puts it, "It’s a pretty cool feature!"

Under the careful and watchful eye of Mike Karbowski, manager of Flashback Motorworks, the business has discovered the perfect formula for success. Mike has been in the auto repair industry for nearly three decades, including running his own restoration shop for many years. "We are very proud of the quality of work we do here at Flashback Motorworks," shares Mike. "We strive to provide each customer with their dream car."

Many of the cars restored and revamped by Flashback Motorworks can be found at car shows around Atlanta. Flashback Motorworks has participated in the Mill Creek High School Car Show benefitting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life as well as the First Redeemer Church Car Show. Flashback Motorworks will also be in attendance at the Historic Sports Car Racing Mitty Challenge at Road Atlanta this year. As opportunities arise, Flashback Motorworks continues to contribute to the community through its support for organizations such as the Alpharetta Police Athletic League (PAL).

Beginning in May, Flashback Motorworks is inviting the community to its facility as it hosts a Cruise-In on the fourth Saturday of each month. Bring your car and enjoy an evening of music, food, and fun with other car lovers and their stylish rides. In addition, Flashback Motorworks provides free facility tours for visitors to view the full collision department, body shop, paint department, restoration area, the beautiful cars in storage, and the sales floor with some very fun machines.

Remember, you can stop by Flashback Motorworks to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee and talk cars with other car lovers. Who knows, the car of your dreams could be just around the corner! Flashback Motorworks is conveniently located at 2250 Pendley Road in Cumming. Hours are from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and by appointment on Saturday. For more information, please call (770) 781-8989 or visit www.flashbackmotorworks.com.