The Home of Volvo 1800 Restoration

In 2017, we embarked on our journey with our first Volvo 1800, expecting a straightforward project. However, we quickly realized that the car required a complete ground-up restoration due to severe body damage and extensive rust. This experience deepened our understanding of the Volvo 1800 and honed our skills in classic car restoration.

Our dedication to quality work began to draw the attention of other enthusiasts. Today, we are recognized globally as experts in the restoration of Volvo 1800s, with two to three of these remarkable vehicles in our workshop at any given time, each at various stages of restoration.

Our expertise allows us to approach each restoration uniquely, whether it’s a factory-spec revival—meticulously restoring every detail to surpass original quality—or crafting bespoke modifications. We offer a range of enhancements, including engine swaps, engine upgrades for increased power, modern conveniences like AC systems, electric power steering, and advanced sound systems. Our attention to details extends to custom interiors, suspension and brakes upgrades..

We take pride in our ability to recognize and complete projects that have been abandoned. No pile of parts daunts us; we relish the challenge of bringing these classics back to life. At Godlike inc, we combine passion with precision, ensuring every Volvo 1800 we work on is restored to its former glory or transformed into a unique masterpiece.

Join us in celebrating the beauty of classic Volvos—where your dream restoration is just a conversation away.

Abandoned Opel Blitz

After selling my Bedford I was on the look for a new personal project and this old truck popped out on the local car ads. At the same day me and my friends went to look at it. Winter weather was really cold, while driving it got dark. Truck in the ad was Opel Blitz 1968 with BMW turbo diesel fitted. It was last on the road in 1995, just stood in field for years. Old Opel was ruff, but frame was in great shape, original 6 cylinder 2,5l petrol engine was resting in the back. So we shake hands and after few days Blitz arrived at our workshop. I have to tell you, in day light it was even worse.

Work started in spring. Blitz got fully disassembled till the last bolt. All metal sent to sandblasting. First we got frame and suspension back. I was really pleased about how they look. Just needed new paint, no welding at all. Then we got the cab back. That was when we saw true age of this truck. Whole 50 years of neglecting, 50 salty winters and quick repairs with attitude, that will be good enough.

While we were cutting every rust and previous repairs and replacing with new panels made in house. Suspension and frame got painted and assembled with all new parts. Afterwards cab got prepared and painted in two tone paint scheme. That was chosen to visually make the truck shorter looking from the side. And it was a good choice, it turned out just right.

Original 2,5l 6 cylinder carburated engine had only 51kW. I knew it will not be enough to drive in today’s traffic. Other engine from Opel Monza was bought. They shared same block design, so we could build Monza engine into original block, keeping factory engine number. Result was mostly factory looking engine with fuel injection, a lot more reliable than carb, better fuel millage, meeting today’s pollution standard and most importantly double the original power.

Factory interior was really boring, just a flat seat and some cardboard panels on the sides and roof. It was completely redesigned keeping vintage vibe and using way better materials and attention to details than factory did.

Everything topped with fully wooden american style flat bed, making the truck look really cozy.

I participated in some classic car shows with it, won a few. Had some nice moments driving, used in family photo shoot. Now it’s time for new projects, so it is for sale. If you are looking for something really different to stand out from a crowd, use as promo vehicle for your business, maybe convert it into food truck or camper. Contact us with your offer.

More photos in our Facebook page

The Tribute

A client approached us about repairs after buying a crashed 1974 Porsche 914 from the US. After an initial review, we decided the car needs a full restoration.

We fixed the geometry of the chassis and suspension, but after sandblasting we realized the chassis was in way worse condition than we anticipated. This model is known as a rust-bucket for a reason. We managed to find some replacement body panels to purchase, but we ended up handcrafting the rest in the workshop. After a few talks with the client, he decided he wanted to convert this baby into a tribute car to Porsche 914 Creamsicle. The Creamsicle was a special edition of 914 only sold in the United States.

Every single part of this car got the special Godlike Inc. touch. even the smallest bits or screws were zinc plated, powder-coated, etc. To finish it off we only needed to assemble all the parts and like any other project, we do it deserved extraordinary attention to detail.

The client is very happy with the work we did and is using it as a daily in summer and even attended a few classic rallies putting that 2.0l fuel injected engine to good use.

You can see more pictures from the shop on our Facebook page.

The Piaggios

One of my workers was looking to buy a Vespa to restore. It took him quite a while, but in the end we found not one but three Piaggio Vespa 50's for sale in various states of decay. The triple combo purchase ended up saving us some money.

All of the scooters were fully disassembled and we made extensive lists of all the parts needed. Bodies were sandblasted, welded where the rust had gotten in, then we painted all three of them in factory colours. This process resulted in three pristine Vespa bodies well above the factory standards of the 1960's when they were made.

While restoring these scooters we knew we wanted a little bit more power so we converted the engines to 75cc from its original 50cc with better induction and exhaust, bigger carb, longer gears. This made the scooters a lot more fun to drive in the end. We ended up using more than 150 brand new parts per one scooter and all old original parts got the usual treatment of zinc plating, powder coating, polishing, glass blasting and so on. The final result is essentially new scooters, restored to a higher than factory specifications.

One of these scooters is currently owned by my worker who uses it for his daily commute and joy rides in summer, one was shipped to Estonia as a birthday present to the buyers’ wife, and the red one remains unsold. If you would like to purchase a pristine classic scooter with quite a kick to it, a red Piaggio Vespa 50 1965 is available for purchase. Message us for more details.

You can also find more progress photos on our Facebook page.

The Bedford Blitz

I have a weakness for odd, strange or rare cars. This Bedford illustrates that clearly. I found this old banger completely unexpectedly while I was shopping for the Mini project. I fell in love with it instantly, not because of how it looked. Dear God, it was ugly, but I knew immediately that right there was a diamond in a lump of coal. It wasn't really for sale, but I wanted it and after a short bargaining it was mine.

The 1979 truck was in terrible state. It had a lot of parts were missing. Truck was modified anyway, so we decided that it was the way to go. The interior built from parts lying around the shop, parts retrofitted from other models and cars, stuff we didn't find we made from scratch. Everything was made custom.

Full custom retro looking paint job, handmade American-style flatbed and some wildly colored steel wheels. Later this Bedford Blitz was a clear hit in that years Chill'n'Grill. The truck or the garden furniture we put in the flatbed to taxi people at the event.

Full project progress album in our Facebook page.

The Mini

I bought the Mini as a personal project. Well... I bought two to be exact. It was a better deal..

We chose to restore the red 1991 Mini first, because of the condition of it’s body. We sandblasted, welded, and repainted whole body. We also did suspension and engine work on it making it one serious pocket rocket with a 998cc carb engine. Sitting on hi lows, fully adjustable suspension, poly bushes, we made sure to make some sporty touches all over the car keeping it simple, looking like freshly out of the factory yet tastefully modified.

I ended up selling this one in the end. Fear not, the sporty make it was thoroughly tested beforehand. The owner is happy to use it as daily in summer in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Blue Mini remains in our warehouse waiting to be restored. You would like to own it? Can be tailor made to your desires. Contact us

Check out our Facebook page for a full album of progress pictures.

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