Name: John Balow Home: Chippewa Falls, Wis. Profession: Professional Restorer of Antique, Classic, and Muscle Cars. Muscle Car Restorations, 11371 20th Ave., Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 (715) 834-2223. Accomplishments: • Restored more than 125 cars in 10 years • Five Mopar O.E. Certified Restorations, 2 Gold, 1 Silver and 2 Bronze. • Two Mopar Nats Best of Show Awards (1964 Dodge in 1992 and 1958 Chrysler 300D convertible in 1997) • Numerous Best of Show Awards • Numerous Best Restored and numerous Best Paint awards • Credits his show successes to his capable staff • Commercial pilot for 22 years • National Emergency Medical Technician Hobbies: Flying airplanes First Car Owned: 1969 Barracuda 340S Notchback

Best Car Owned: 1972 Corvette 350 Auto/AC Last Car Restored: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner for Holley Performance's 10 Decade Collection. Automobiles Currently Owned: 1969-1/2 6-Pack Road Runner 4-speed and a 1964 Plymouth Belvedere 2-door sedan Super Stock Hemi. Dream Cars: Super Stock Hemi Plymouths, Dodges, and 427 Camaros. Biggest Influence In Life: “My wife, Jan Balow.” Quote: “Quality and craftsmanship is long remembered after the price is forgotten!” Profile: Perfectionist. Likes to help others. Enjoys being with customers when they show off their cars. Preferred Supplier: Year One