Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
For decades, “numbers matching” was everything in the classic car world.
But according to Kindred Motorworks founder Rob Howard, that mindset is quickly changing—and for good reason.
In this clip from Cars & Culture, Rob explains why traditional restorations often fall short, why preserving originality can actually ruin the ownership experience, and how a new generation of enthusiasts is shifting toward driving their cars instead of storing them.
After spending 4 years restoring his own car—working with multiple vendors and still ending up disappointed—Rob set out to build something better. That vision became Kindred Motorworks: a company redefining vintage vehicles through modern engineering, standardized builds, and a focus on pure driving enjoyment.
If you’re into classic cars, restomods, or the future of car culture, this is a perspective you won’t want to miss.
🔑 Topics Covered:
- Why “numbers matching” cars are losing relevance
- The biggest problem with classic car restoration
- Why most restorations end in disappointment
- The shift toward restomods and modernized classics
- The origin story behind Kindred Motorworks
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For more conversations with the people shaping the future of car culture, subscribe to Cars & Culture.
For decades, “numbers matching” was everything in the classic car world.
But according to Kindred Motorworks founder Rob Howard, that mindset is quickly changing—and for good reason.
In this clip from Cars & Culture, Rob explains why traditional restorations often fall short, why preserving originality can actually ruin the ownership experience, and how a new generation of enthusiasts is shifting toward driving their cars instead of storing them.
After spending 4 years restoring his own car—working with multiple vendors and still ending up disappointed—Rob set out to build something better. That vision became Kindred Motorworks: a company redefining vintage vehicles through modern engineering, standardized builds, and a focus on pure driving enjoyment.
If you’re into classic cars, restomods, or the future of car culture, this is a perspective you won’t want to miss.
🔑 Topics Covered:
- Why “numbers matching” cars are losing relevance
- The biggest problem with classic car restoration
- Why most restorations end in disappointment
- The shift toward restomods and modernized classics
- The origin story behind Kindred Motorworks
🔔 Subscribe for More
For more conversations with the people shaping the future of car culture, subscribe to Cars & Culture.
