Vintage818.com Since 1976

Vintage 818 is a family run vintage restoration business currently run by Mikie “moonshine” Merritt Jr., the entire family remains active with the business Pippy, Heather, Christian are routinely offering a helping hand with design ideas and Papa Merritt, now retired, is still around and you can find him asking questions and offering advice while around the shop with his trademark smile and helpful hand with the books.  Mama Merritt (Mimi) will still offer you a hot dog and boiled peanuts when we can’t keep her out of the shop. 

Starting out as not wanting to get his hands dirty, Moonshine spent 35 years avoiding cars and became an expert overnight (after staying at a holiday inn express). Papa Merritt knew enough to change the oil and a rear end out making his 64 impala the fastest in Dunean and after Mama Merritt stole his car, he knew his wrenching days were over. 

Vintage818.com transitioned to a full service body shop over time. In the late 2020’s a new wing was added for body work including custom paint jobs. Already certified in many areas, we are still growing fast!

We have a proud history of excellent work and customers service. We have remained loyal in serving our community and, in return, have been recognized through the years by our township, state, and local business organizations. Through our success, we have also been able to give back to our community through donating and volunteering with many local charities.