The Investment: Commissioning Your Scout
A Scout Club CA restoration is more than a vehicle; it is a 1,000-hour commitment to American industrial heritage. Whether you are seeking a high-performance daily driver for the streets of San Francisco or a registry-grade icon for Los Angeles collector events, we provide a clear path to perfection. We don’t just fix Scouts, we re-engineer them for the next fifty years.
Choose Your Path
We offer two distinct tiers of restoration, tailored to the condition of your donor vehicle and your ultimate vision.
Tier 1: The Purist
(Frame-On or Frame-Off Restoration)
Starting at $100,000
Regardless of the tier, every commission includes our “California Standard” suite of upgrades:
• Power & Precision: BAR-certified engine configurations for 100% California smog compliance.
• The Comfort Pack: Vintage Air climate control and premium sound-dampening for a quiet, modern cabin.
• Safety First: 4-wheel power disc brake conversions and LED “Pathfinder” lighting.
• The Craft: Hand-stitched interiors and precision panel alignment that exceeds factory standards.
Tier 2: Go Modern
(Frame-Off Restoration)
Starting at $150,000
Our signature “nuclear option” A total rotisserie rebirth where every single bolt is replaced. This is the commission for the driver who wants the soul of 1973 with the effortless performance of 2026.
• Best For: Daily driving, legacy investments, and the owner who wants zero compromises in power and comfort.
• Focus: 100% structural perfection, modernized drivability, and a blue-chip valuation.
• High-Performance Heart: Complete modern engine upgrade (LS3/LT) engineered for highway reliability and daily traffic.
• Precision Handling: 4-wheel power disc brakes and a precision-engineered suspension system for a refined, modern ride.
• The Power Pack: Integrated power windows, modern central locking, and premium LED lighting throughout.
• Studio Interior: Bespoke, hand-contoured seating with custom upholstery, high-end sound-deadening, and Vintage Air climate control.
• The Foundation: Rotisserie bodywork with 18-gauge Heritage Steel, sandblasted and powder-coated frame, and stainless steel hardware from bumper to bumper.
• Timeline: 8–12 Months.
What Defines a Scout Club CA Build?
Regardless of the tier, every commission includes our “California Standard” suite of upgrades:
- Power & Precision: BAR-certified engine configurations for 100% California smog compliance.
- The Comfort Pack: Vintage Air climate control and premium sound-dampening for a quiet, modern cabin.
- Safety First: 4-wheel power disc brake conversions and LED “Pathfinder” lighting.
- The Craft: Hand-stitched interiors and precision panel alignment that exceeds factory standards.
Our Studios
We serve the entire California coast with two private intake locations.
- Scout Club NorCal (Pleasanton): Serving San Francisco, Marin, and the East Bay.
- Scout Club SoCal (Highland Park): Serving Los Angeles, Santa Monica, and Pasadena.
Note: All studios are strictly By Appointment Only to protect the privacy of our ongoing commissions.