As you have probably noticed in Mustang Monthly, we work closely with Arnold and Garrett Marks, father and son team, at Mustangs Etc. in Van Nuys just south of Victory Boulevard off Kester. There's a reason why we work with Arnold and Garrett. Mustangs Etc. has been in business for 35 years as a Mustang parts and service business. Arnold's background is rich in the Southern California car culture. He was born and raised in Detroit before heading west as a young man to live in Los Angeles. Garrett has a sharp talent for Ford part numbers - what fits - what works - and what doesn't. We rely on Arnold and Garrett because we know we're going to get the right answers.
Mike O'Brian, shop manager at Mustangs Etc, has tremendous experience both restoring automobiles and building hot rods. We're going to be counting on Mike in the months and years ahead for exciting restoration and restomod editorial for Mustang Monthly.
Collectively - these gentlemen get the job done.
If you're in the area, you need to stop by and see Mustangs Etc. if for no other reason than to see the extensive inventory of new-old-stock and used Mustang parts. If you're doing a concours restoration and you want original Ford sheet metal, this is the place to find it. We're talking 35 years worth of doors, hoods, deck lids, fenders, die-cast pieces, window glass, engines, transmissions, rear axles (and yes - 9-inch too!), radios and stereos, steering columns, shifters, seats, spare tire holddowns, trim pieces, and a whole lot more.
We mention Mustangs Etc. because we have long been overwhelmed by their inventory. It's exciting and it's still here. A wealth of rust free stuff for those of you who live in the rust belt and the east.
If you're searching for solid know how, parts, service, and people you can trust, contact Mustangs Etc. at 818-787-7634 or check out their website at www.mustangsetc.com. Email Arnold at Arnold@mustangsetc.com or Garrett at Garrett@mustangsetc.com.