Meet The Guys: The 401k Club In Anaheim, California

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Photos: Tony Colombini, Blacktop Media Network

You can make a lot of money in the car restoration market, but at the end of the day, it’s the satisfaction of a job well done that stays with you long after you’ve left the shop and gone home. That’s more or less the overriding notion behind what goes on at the 401k Club, based out of lovely Orange County down here in Southern California.

401kClub_2Dana Manier, the owner of 401k, has in his employ eight dedicated workers that strive to deliver on the company’s mission: “to help you Drive Your Investment with enthusiasm and pride.” Among them is project manager Craig Maiorana, aka “Jerzy,” whose credits include works featured on Overhaulin’ and Chop Cut Rebuild. His contributions at 401k help with making sure all vehicles are dealt with in a smooth and orderly manner, delivering on the company’s vow to deliver customers “the highest quality product at the price quoted and in the time frame promised.”

Master fabricator Bernt Karlsson hails from Furusjo, Sweden, and is in charge of achieving sleek, elegant bodywork on the cars that roll into the shop. His quiet genius keeps him focused and on point no matter how demanding or stressful the situation.

Paint and body is the work of several of the shop’s members, including Joe Conduff, Raphael Garcia, Brian Doyen, and George Moreno. Together, the four guys can handle any musclecar, hot rod, truck, street machine, or even just a rough idea reach its aesthetic apex. Electrical and mechanical issues, meanwhile, head to Trevor Dick, who can deal with everything from engine swaps to fuel injection to wiring.

Every shop has its young buck, of course, and that spot goes to Nick Mendoza, who’s slowly but surely finding his place in the restoration industry by watching and learning from his elders. His passion for classics is rounded out by a love of off-roading, which he gets to do in his dirt bike and long-travel pickup truck.

To get a feel for how these nine men can make your dream car a reality, head to the 401k website and follow them on Facebook as well.

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David Chick

David Chick comes to us ready for adventure. With passions that span clean and fast Corvettes all the way to down and dirty off-road vehicles (just ask him about his dream Jurassic Park Explorer), David's eclectic tastes lend well to his multiple automotive writing passions.
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