Once upon a time, a restoration shop owner in Germany (Philip) tried to buy a ’57 Buick Special from a classic car scout and seller in Texas (Colton) — over PayPal.
Colton decided that sounded sketchy and sold it to someone else…
And this is how their story began.
Philip, being the deal-maker that he is, eventually convinced Colton to get over his fear of web-based payment methods.
After all, they shared a life-long passion for the forgotten treasures of America’s automotive history.
Philip needed cars for his customers overseas.
And Colton? He had the uncanny ability to spot a backyard bondo-bucket from a dust-covered diamond — from over a mile away… at 70 mph, towing a trailer, at night, in the rain, and probably while eating a regrettably purchased truck stop corndog.
Some might call that dangerous.
Others might call it passion.
Maybe for you, it’s the most relatable thing you’ve read today.
What really matters is:
It got them to where they are now.
Founded on the belief that you’ve got to be a little crazy to do what we do — and do it right — Sun Kissed Classics is a Texas-based operation focused on classic car sales, importing, exporting, brokering, and restoration.
That’s the short version (and yeah, maybe a little bland), but hey — it’s what Google needs to bring you here.
Whether you’re into full-blown, out-of-this-world resto-mods… traditional builds, hot rods, patina-rich survivors, pre-emissions diesels — or just want a reliable classic cruiser for the family — we’ve got the tools, experience, and network to help make it happen.
Got One or a lead to one? Let's talk!
Yesterday's Roads, Today's Legends - Preserving American Steel
Finding Your Dream Car
- Locating rare and collectible American classic cars that meet your criteria
- Conducting searches online, through industry contacts, and via domestic and international travel
- Offering personalized car sourcing with extra attention to detail for collectors, dealers, and restoration shops
- Multi lingual communication helps us connect with more sellers and buyers to find the right classic car, anywhere.
Purchasing Your Dream Car
- Using experience and current market knowledge to negotiate the best deal for you
- Assisting with cash purchases, complex transactions, and difficult private sellers
- Buying vehicles at live U.S. auctions (e.g., Mecum, Barrett-Jackson)
- Drafting compliant purchase/sale agreements tailored to international laws and regulations
Vehicle Delivery & Storage
- Domestic transportation (carrier or personal delivery)
- International shipping coordinated through vetted logistics partners
- Coordinating European vehicle transport via established partners
- Temporary secure storage while vehicles await export clearance or sale
Import & Export
- Managing the full export process: from seller pickup to international delivery
- Handling all logistics related to ports, customs, warehousing, and transport
- Importing foreign-sourced vehicles into the U.S. for auction or private sale
Selling your Vehicle & Auction Representation
- Importing client vehicles from abroad and managing auction sales
- Selecting the most effective auction platform based on year, make, and model-rarity, market value
- Consignment-based sales including marketing, buyer screening, and deal finalization
Vehicle Inspection & Appraisal
- Offering virtual and in-person vehicle inspections, including detailed photo/video documentation
- Providing market-based value appraisals based on condition, rarity, and location
Military Vehicle Licensing & Government Auctions
- Navigating specialized export licensing for retired or collectable military vehicles
- Purchasing from U.S. government auction platforms with proper authorization
Title Recovery Service
- Securing valid and legal titles for classic vehicles with lost or incomplete documentation
With over a decade of experience and a perfectionist’s passion for quality, we aim to deliver the kind of craftsmanship that most classic car shops have, sadly, left behind. We’re not just parts installers or bondo sculptors trying to hide poor work behind shiny parts to make a quick buck. Before we turned our passion into a business, we built our own cars — because we couldn’t trust anyone else to do it right. If you’ve ever felt the same way, you’re not alone — and we’ve made it our mission to be the exception to that rule. It’s with this approach that we’re proud to offer the following services:
Services Provided in House
and by Trusted Partners
- Ground up nut and bolt restorations
- Preservation and period correct customization
- Custom body work and paint
- Built to spec wiring/electrical harnesses
- Restored original and custom interiors
- Engine & transmission work
- Custom exhaustsystems
- Rare part rebuilding
- Fabrication and frame work
- Powder coating
- Acid dipping
- Sand and media blasting
- Dry ice blasting
- Zinc-coating
