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A Few Photos of Bob's Steering Wheel Restorations...

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1937 Ford

1937 Ford

Here's a '37 Ford that I did by teaming up with D&D Automobilia--amazing quality recastings! Check them out: http://danddautomobilia.com/

1930 Chevrolet

1930 Chevrolet

Austin Healey

Austin Healey

1940's Banjo

1940's Banjo

American LaFrance

American LaFrance

1956 Imperial

1956 Imperial

Late 30's Chevrolet

Late 30's Chevrolet

1940's Delahaye

1940's Delahaye

1940's Banjo

1940's Banjo

American LaFrance - before & after

American LaFrance - before & after

American LaFrance - Completed

American LaFrance - Completed

53 Chevy - Downsized

53 Chevy - Downsized

The Last Pierce Arrow...

The Last Pierce Arrow...

Wheel from the last Pierce Arrow ever built (1938)

1923_Model_T.JPG

1923_Model_T.JPG

1930 Chris Craft

1930 Chris Craft

Bob isn't just for cars!

1941 Oldsmobile Interior

1941 Oldsmobile Interior

Protective shipping

Protective shipping

Yikes!

Yikes!

Better...

Better...

What Customers Have Said...

January 23, 2023

From: Jeff <xxxx@gmail.com>
Subject: RE: Horn Ring
Date: January 23, 2023 at 9:09:59 PM GMT-5
To: "'robert monetti'" <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

 

Hi Bob

Got it back today!!!!!!!!!!!!

It is beyond spectacular!!!!!!!!!!!

You did such an amazing job - love the finish - it's perfect - very rich and very deep - so certain that it will be a perfect off white / cream match to the upholstery of the boat!!!!!

And the horn ring is the finishing touch - which I would not have found without you!!

I sent pics to my Mom and Dad - they are thrilled and can't wait to see it back on the boat this summer.

I'll send you pics after I install it.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Jeff

February 16, 2023

From: Jim <xxxx@gmail.com>
Subject: Re: Les Leston steering wheel restore
Date: February 16, 2023 at 6:38:19 PM GMT-5
To: robert monetti <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

Bob --

I received the steering wheel today.  Outstanding!  I will be proud to bolt that work of art on my MG.

 

Thank you very much  for  your work!

Jim

July 7, 2021

From: Damion <xxxxx.xxxxxx@gmail.com>

Subject: steering wheel restoration

Date: July 7, 2021 at 9:16:34 PM GMT-4

To: robert monetti <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

 

Hello Bob, I cannot believe how well the wheel turned out! It's absolutely amazing! Everything is just how I wanted it. It looks as if it just came off the assembly line in Germany in 1937 like you said it would. You have an amazing skill and I can't thank you enough for restoring this wheel to showroom condition again.

 

Kind regards,

Damion

March 20, 2021

From: Tom <xxxxxx@hotmail.com>
Subject: Thank you! 1968 Firebird standard wheel
Date: March 20, 2021 at 4:23:30 PM 
To: robert monetti <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

 

Bob -

 

This is just a quick thank you note for doing such a fabulous job on my 1968 Firebird standard steering wheel.  It’s better than new and will look great in my bird. It’s kind of a rare wheel because it was 1 year only and many of the birds that had it, tossed it because it was the less desirable wheel at the time.  As you can see in one of the pictures, it matches my interior quite well!  I thought you may like a picture of the wheel with my NOS horn cap, too.

Thank you for your service and I hope we can work together again!

Take care,

Tom 

1968 Firebird.jpg

March 11, 2021

From: <xxxxx@aol.com>
Subject: Steering wheel
Date: March 11, 2021 at 9:20:15 AM GMT-5
To: Bob Monetti <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

 

Hi Bob,

 

The steering wheel arrived yesterday. “Impressive” hardly describes it. It’s almost too nice to install on the car. I was really impressed with your packaging. The old saying “you get what you pay for” is true. Great job! Thanks.

 

Steve

January 15, 2021

Hey Bob, just wanted to let you know I got my wheel. It looks great and it is already getting a ton of complements!
 
Here are some pics against the dash bezels and gauges.
 
I’m already getting people asking who did the wheel for me.  Is it ok to pass out your phone number?
 
Thanks again, Bob!
 
Chris

December 22, 2020

Just a quick note to let you know that an absolutely gorgeous steering wheel arrived in the mail today.  Every aspect of this transaction has been outstanding. I will be sure to let others know about your remarkable service.

Thank you,

Pat C
Occidental, CA

April 23, 2020

Hello Bob,

Just a quick note to let you know that my steering wheel arrived yesterday on my doorstep. I was pleasantly surprised to see 2 things:

1) The way it was packaged. It was obvious to me that you are serious about preserving your finished work

2) And of course, the finished product. It was gorgeous! If I had only one complaint, it would be that it is shinier than anything else on the tractor!

It is beautiful work Bob, and I thank you very much for doing this restoration for me.

I'll be sending you more photos after I get the tractor completed, hopefully in a couple of months. Until then, thank you again!

Bernie A

April 14, 2020 

Bob, 

As usual you did a FANTASTIC JOB on that '67 GTO wheel.  It looks better than new and the color matches exactly.  I can't wait to get it installed!

THANK YOU so much!

 

Be safe,

Mike

October 19, 2019

 

Bob,


I am so pleased with the steering wheel. This is exactly what I’ve envisioned to complete this roadster. I can’t thank you enough.

 

I hope everything goes well for you in the future.

 

Thank you again Bob
Clay 


August 28, 2018

 

Hey Bob, I just had to say once more how pleased I am with the resize and restoration of the steering wheel for my 60 Biscayne, I know i'm probably as picky as they come, but it is perfect, thanks again.

 

Tim V


July 1, 2018

Bob,

 

The steering wheel just arrived, man I am impressed what a beautiful job! WOW leave it to a good ole Jersey boy to get things done right...thanks again.
 
Sincerely 
Tim B
 

June 25, 2018

 

Bob,

WOW!  The steering wheel for my 1950 Studebaker "Bullet-Nose" looks fabulous.   Looks like new.  The color is right - matches the interior.  No more pinched hands.  Good for another 70 years and then some.  Certainly my life time.  I will enjoy driving my iconic car proudly.

 

Rest assured that I will get your name out there whenever possible as the steering wheel go-to guy.

Thank you so much,    
Cheers, 
M-

September 21, 2017

From: Michael 
Subject: 66 Toro Steering Wheel
Date: September 21, 2017 
To: bobmonetti@comcast.net

Good day Bob,

The steering wheel arrived today. Absolutely amazing. I am so pleased. Thank you so much for getting it back to me with time to spare. 

I know a great many car folks so will recommend you to them.

Best regards,

Mike

August 13, 2017

From: Robert 
Subject '38 Buick SW
Date: August 13, 2017 
To: Robert Monetti

Hi Bob, Just wanted to let you know how happy I am with my steering wheel. Considering the condition it was in, your work is amazing. It far exceeded my expectations it was so bad. It's the prettiest thing on my car. I lined up the wheel with your 2 x 4 method and worked perfectly. Thank you so much for your beautiful work on my wheel. I just sit in the car and stare at it now. Robert

June 6, 2017

From: DE 
Subject: 63 sport fury wheel
Date: June 6, 2016 
To: Robert Monetti

Bob, Received my wheel today. What an awesome job. Can't imagine it looked any better when it was new. It was a real pleasure working with you. Hope you continue with your art for many years to come. Will send a picture when I get it installed and recommend you to my friends at car shows.Thanks again. -DE

July 27, 2016

From: Walter 
Subject: Re: New message via your website
Date: July 27, 2016 
To: Robert Monetti

Bob

I met a guy at a car show that you had done  his steering wheel for him . A real Gem!! Its people like you that make us look good!! You are well known for your skill!!

Walter

December 27, 2015

 

From: WILLIAM 
Subject: Re: Merry Christmas 1968 Firebird Sport Wheel Delivery
Date: December 27, 2015 at 5:30:54 PM GMT-5

To: robert monetti <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

 

Hi Bob,  As promised, I held off opening your package until Christmas morning.  When I first saw the quality of your steering wheel repair, I was blown away.  I almost cried like a baby. The wheel I sent you was a basket case.  The magic you were able to work on that wheel was nothing short of remarkable.  It is now in better than new condition.  You are a true artisan and I am so glad that our paths crossed.  Thank you so very, very much for all your hard work.  It is sincerely appreciated.

 

Take Care

Bill 
1968 Firebird Convertible owner

December 28, 2015

 

From: "Bob Deneault" 
Subject: 1937 Ford Cut-Down
Date: December 28, 2015 at 11:00:50 PM GMT-5
To: "'robert monetti'" <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

 

Hi Bob,
I hope you are well and enjoying some down time.I finished the wheel we teamed up on and it came out really nice.  Some photos are attached.
 

Happy New Year!
Bob D.

December 15, 2015

 

From: "Orv Madden" 
Subject: 48 Packard
Date: December 15, 2015 at 4:48:14 PM GMT-5
To: <bobmonetti@comcast.net>

Bob:

Got the wheel and you did a Fantastic job on it!  The color is correct and it looks better than new!  Thanks for doing it right and feel free to use me as a reference to any Packard friends.
 
Enclosed is a pre-restoration photo of the car.
 
Merry Christmas.
 
Orv Madden
Santa Barbara

November 10, 2014

 

Bob,

 

I apologize if I previously failed to acknowledge receipt of my beautifully-restored wheel!  Thank you!  Upon seeing it, I said -- to myself -- "This is fabulous: I have got to thank Bob."  But then I got distracted by the next project and just thought of the wheel today, when I packed it up for its trip to Maine this week.

 

I appreciate that fellows such as you take the time to, have an interest in, and have the patience and skill required to restore the many components that comprise our antique cars and trucks!  Thank you.

 

Best regards,

 

Steve 

 

October 31, 2014

 

Bob,

 

I just received my steering wheel for my WC40 WWII truck.

 

Bob, you did a fantastic job bring the wheel back to life. What a pleasure to know that there is still someone out there in this world that takes pride in his craft.

 

A steering wheel is by far the most important piece of equipment that you will react with between yourself and the Vehicle.

 

I am going to be showing this truck and I know I will get bonus points for the steering wheel.

 

This is actually the second wheel from you  and you are batting 1000. I am going to do a MGA for the wife next and I can tell you already where I am going.

 

Thanks again for a super job.

Mike Rinehart

October 24, 2014

 

I have had Bob's Steering Wheel restore 4 of my Dodge steering wheels and 2 of them were in more than pretty bad shape.  Bob takes the time to talk with me to make sure everything is restored perfectly and all my wheels came out show quality with an attention to detail which has been awesome!  

 

Yes, Bob will be doing more Steering Wheels for me in the future.

Vic Gallienne
1940 Dodge VF401
1939 Plymouth PT81
1937 Dodge MF32
1946 Dodge WF32
1939 Dodge ME28

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