This was a deeply meaningful project: restoring the paint on this 1950 Ford Shoebox, a car named after the owner's late wife. He wanted the restoration to preserve the soft, feminine character the car already carried, so we designed a paint concept that honored her style while giving the Shoebox a fresh, timeless look.

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The hood was sent to louver punching specialists Old Anvil Speed Shop in Anaheim, California to help reduce engine temperatures during summer driving - and the louvers added a perfect vintage touch to the overall aesthetic.

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Back in the shop, we refinished the entire car in a dusty pearl rose, then used real lace to mask the roof and inlay sections, creating a true 3‑dimensional lace effect in the paint. Finally, we added hand‑laid pinstriping to tie the whole design together, giving the owner a restoration that’s not only beautiful, but deeply personal and meaningful.

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You can also check out the feature article in Roddin' Arizona Newspaper with more great photos and write-up by Chris Addington!

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Every custom paint job tells a story.

This one honors a departed loved one.

We're proud to bring that vision to life.

— The Team at Octane Art LLC