The Passion Behind the Restoration

My Story

Over 30 years of passion, persistence, and Corvette grease.

Joe Tandle, Corvette restorer, New York
The Man Behind the Build

About Joe

Joe puts care into all aspects of his work. Whether it be taking something old and making it look like new, or using his mechanical and design skills and tenacity to find solutions, he goes above and beyond.

For him, any Corvette project he takes on is exciting and a labor of love and something to be proud of. This is evident in his recent restoration accomplishments.

Joe's positive jovial demeanor makes him a pleasure to work with. He is a man of his word who puts others first and always chooses to do what is right.

Any Corvette owner that will ever have the opportunity to own a car that Joe has or will restore will own a treasure!

What Kept the Dream Alive

The Inspiration

Over the last 30 or so years, the stories in Vette Vues about older Corvette barn finds that turned out to be treasures have been Joe's inspiration. He believes this is what kept his passion and dream alive about doing his own ground up, frame off restoration.

As Featured In Vette Vues Magazine, September 2018 cover featuring Joe's 1969 Phase III GT Corvette
Editorial Feature

As Featured in Vette Vues Magazine

A special thanks to Bonnie Wolf, editor and publisher of Vette Vues Magazine for printing Joe's story in her September 2018 publication.

Issue — September 2018
Beauty — 1969 Phase III GT Corvette

The Restoration Journey

Authenticated Motion Performance, Inc. Parts — as featured in Vette Vues Magazine, September 2018.

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