The Mission
To redefine the custom automotive industry through vertically integrated craftsmanship, elite engineering, veteran leadership, and full-lifecycle ownership of every vehicle we build.

Precision-engineered custom builds. American craftsmanship standards.
To redefine the custom automotive industry through vertically integrated craftsmanship, elite engineering, veteran leadership, and full-lifecycle ownership of every vehicle we build.

To become the Southwest’s most trusted and respected performance brand – setting the national benchmark for custom builds and military-grade quality control.

Veteran-Owned & Veteran-operated
True Cradle-to-Grave Build Model
ASE-Certified Technical Leadership
Build transparency through web based client portal
In-House Dyno, Tuning & Engineering
Lifetime Customer Relationship Model
Every build receives the same meticulous care, from initial design to final assembly. We obsess over fitment, finish, and function -ensuring that even the components you can't see meet our exacting standards.
We approach every project with an engineering-first philosophy. Beautiful aesthetics mean nothing without proper suspension geometry, chassis rigidity, and powertrain integration. Form follows function - always.
We honor the legacy of classic vehicles while transforming them into modern performance machines. The goal is never to erase history—it's to enhance it with technology, reliability, and capability that rivals any modern supercar.
We believe every vehicle is an expression of personal freedom. Every build we touch represents independence, profound creativity.
We operate with radical honesty, transparency, and accountability — with our customers, our partners, and our team.
Every system, tune, and build is engineered for maximum reliability, power, and precision.
We proudly prioritize veteran employment, mentorship, and leadership — honoring service with opportunity, respect, and purpose.
Our technicians, fabricators, tuners, and engineers are lifelong students of performance.
From Restomods to performance modifications, we push technology forward while respecting the soul of classic performance.
We stand by our craftsmanship and provide guidance on the modern systems and components integrated into your custom build.
Yes. While our primary state-of-the-art facility is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we regularly work with custom build and performance clients nationwide. We can coordinate secure, insured transport—including enclosed transport for high-value restomods—to and from our shop anywhere in the country.
You receive a completed vehicle that has passed final inspection and quality assurance, ready for the modern road.
Our primary facility is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our custom shop is purpose-built to handle full restomod builds, chassis engineering, custom metal fabrication, dyno tuning, paint, body, and service work under one roof.
Yes, we take pride in our veteran-owned culture, which instills a foundation of discipline, integrity, and mission-focused execution in every project.
Our philosophy is rooted in military discipline, uncompromising American craftsmanship, and radical transparency. Every project is executed with precision engineering, clear scopes of work, and milestone accountability—delivering classic aesthetic style paired with modern reliability and performance.
We are always looking for professionals like Master Fabricators and Automotive Technicians; check our Careers page for open positions.
Yes, we have a “Sell Your Car” portal where you can submit vehicle details and photos for our team to review.
Simply click “Start Your Build” to fill out our intake form with your vehicle details and project goals.
We work with specialized automotive lenders and regional financial partners familiar with high-value restomods and custom builds. Because custom builds are milestone-based, we can also help structure flexible stage-by-stage project plans that align with your financial goals.
Payments are typically milestone-based, aligned with the different stages of the design, engineering, and build process.
Pricing is highly dependent on your desired outcome and performance goals; we discuss your budget range during the initial consultation.
We prioritize transparency, providing regular progress updates throughout the fabrication and assembly phases.
Yes, our team creates detailed plans and sources premium parts, overseeing every engineering aspect to ensure a cohesive and high-performance result.
Every build follows a four-step journey: Consult, Design & Engineering, Build/Modify, and finally, Delivery.
Absolutely; fit, function, reliability, and finish are all verified through a final inspection and quality assurance process before the vehicle is ready to drive.
Yes, every stage—from the chassis setup to custom paint—is documented to verify the craftsmanship and components used.
We use defined procedures, system-level planning, and multiple quality checkpoints throughout the build.
Due to the high-end nature of our elite custom builds, we operate on a limited schedule to ensure each vehicle receives the hundreds of hours required for perfection.
Once you submit a “Start Your Build” request, our team will review your vision and goals to schedule a formal consultation.
While every project varies, a comprehensive build—such as our “Yellow Muscle Classic” Camaro—typically requires approximately 14 months.
1776 Customs focuses exclusively on high-performance internal combustion builds, restomods, and performance modifications. We specialize in modern crate engine swaps, EFI conversions, supercharging, custom fabrication, and performance tuning rather than EV conversions.
We specialize in performance tuning, including suspension upgrades, chassis tuning, and enhanced brake systems.
Yes, our Service & Repair department handles professional maintenance, diagnostics, and all types of repair services.
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