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- Availability, Errors and Inaccuracies
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- Sales Tax Policy
- Promotions
- User Accounts
- Intellectual Property
- Your Feedback to Us
- Links to Other Websites
- Termination
- Limitation of Liability
- "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer
- Governing Law
- Disputes Resolution
- For European Union (EU) Users
- United States Legal Compliance
- Severability
- Waiver
- Translation Interpretation
- Changes to These Terms and Conditions
- Contacting Us
- Shipping & Returns
- Registration Questions
- Body Questions
- What sequence should I replace the floor, trunk floor and inner quarters on my rotted '57 convertible? - Dwayne
- I'm interested in a 1969 Camaro coupe body. How does your build compare to that done by Dynacorn?
- I'm in the process of restoring a '57 Chevy 2-door sedan that will require some extensive sheet metal replacement -- including the full floor, both rear quarters, tail pan, fin panels, and possibly the inner quarters. My plan was to go with the pre-widene
- I have one of your new '57 2-door sedan bodies. Would you mind telling me the 57 model frames that will fit the 2-door sedan body?
- I have a 1957 Chevy 2-door post. It was a race car most of its life and I'd like to convert it to a convertible/roadster. I know the door line on the post is straight across, rather than gently sloping, like the bel air and convertible.
- Do you offer any special order modifications for the 1968 Camaro? I was thinking along the lines of shaving drip rails and filling side marker lights.
- Do you have bodies in stock?
- Parts Questions
- Would Buzzkil sound deadener be suitable for insulating the roof over the headliner in a 56 Chevy? Would it stay attached to the roof and NEVER fall down onto the headliner even when sitting out in the hot sun all day?
- Why don't you manufacture all of your parts in the US?
- Where are your parts manufactured?
- Just wanting to know what a complete body for a 56 Bel air 210 sedan (post car) would run. with the wider tubs?
- I am interested in your 1955-57 Chevy Nomad Right Door but was wondering if they can be ordered with the trim holes pre-drilled for a 1956 Nomad?
- Does Real Deal make their own parts?
- Interpretation
- Definitions
- Acknowledgment
- Placing Orders for Goods
- Your Information
- Order Cancellation
- Your Order Cancellation Rights
- Availability, Errors and Inaccuracies
- Prices Policy
- Payments
- Sales Tax Policy
- Promotions
- User Accounts
- Intellectual Property
- Your Feedback to Us
- Links to Other Websites
- Termination
- Limitation of Liability
- "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer
- Governing Law
- Disputes Resolution
- For European Union (EU) Users
- United States Legal Compliance
- Severability
- Waiver
- Translation Interpretation
- Changes to These Terms and Conditions
- Contacting Us
- What sequence should I replace the floor, trunk floor and inner quarters on my rotted '57 convertible? - Dwayne
- I'm interested in a 1969 Camaro coupe body. How does your build compare to that done by Dynacorn?
- I'm in the process of restoring a '57 Chevy 2-door sedan that will require some extensive sheet metal replacement -- including the full floor, both rear quarters, tail pan, fin panels, and possibly the inner quarters. My plan was to go with the pre-widene
- I have one of your new '57 2-door sedan bodies. Would you mind telling me the 57 model frames that will fit the 2-door sedan body?
- I have a 1957 Chevy 2-door post. It was a race car most of its life and I'd like to convert it to a convertible/roadster. I know the door line on the post is straight across, rather than gently sloping, like the bel air and convertible.
- Do you offer any special order modifications for the 1968 Camaro? I was thinking along the lines of shaving drip rails and filling side marker lights.
- Do you have bodies in stock?
- Would Buzzkil sound deadener be suitable for insulating the roof over the headliner in a 56 Chevy? Would it stay attached to the roof and NEVER fall down onto the headliner even when sitting out in the hot sun all day?
- Why don't you manufacture all of your parts in the US?
- Where are your parts manufactured?
- Just wanting to know what a complete body for a 56 Bel air 210 sedan (post car) would run. with the wider tubs?
- I am interested in your 1955-57 Chevy Nomad Right Door but was wondering if they can be ordered with the trim holes pre-drilled for a 1956 Nomad?
- Does Real Deal make their own parts?
Privacy Policy
Q: Interpretation
Q: Definitions
Q: Acknowledgment
Q: Placing Orders for Goods
Q: Your Information
Q: Order Cancellation
Q: Your Order Cancellation Rights
Q: Availability, Errors and Inaccuracies
Q: Prices Policy
Q: Payments
Q: Sales Tax Policy
Q: Promotions
Q: User Accounts
Q: Intellectual Property
Q: Your Feedback to Us
Q: Links to Other Websites
Q: Termination
Q: Limitation of Liability
Q: "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer
Q: Governing Law
Q: Disputes Resolution
Q: For European Union (EU) Users
Q: United States Legal Compliance
Q: Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Q: Waiver
Q: Translation Interpretation
Q: Changes to These Terms and Conditions
We reserve the right, at Our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material We will make reasonable efforts to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at Our sole discretion.
By continuing to access or use Our Service after those revisions become effective, You agree to be bound by the revised terms. If You do not agree to the new terms, in whole or in part, please stop using the website and the Service.
Q: Contacting Us
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, You can contact us:
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By email: info@realdealsteel.com
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By visiting this page on our website: https://realdealsteel.com/contact.html
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By phone number: 407-585-1957
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By mail: 1220 East 30th Street Sanford, FL 32773
Shipping & Returns
Q: Why do you charge a handling fee?
Q: When will my order ship?
Q: What shipping options are available?
Online orders will be shipped via Fedex Ground, Fedex Express or Truck Freight. For all Truck Freight shipments, please provide a commercial (business) ship-to address for optimal service. We do not ship to P.O. boxes.
Q: What is your full return policy?
If you are unsatisfied with a product or purchase and would like a refund or store credit, please click the Contact Us Now link below and we will assist you.
We accept returns or exchanges within 60 days from the date the item is shipped. All merchandise we offer is guaranteed against defects in workmanship and materials for 60 days from the date you received it. Liability of Real Deal Steel is limited to the replacement of defective parts. Non Defective/Damaged returns will be subject to a 20% restocking fee. Each returned product must be in its original, unused condition. Merchandise that has been painted or altered is non-returnable. Purchaser is responsible for return shipping of non-defective items. Items damaged in shipping, or are deemed to be defective by our experts, will be returned at no cost to you. Under no circumstances are we able to accept returns after 60 days of the item shipping.
Exchanges are for the identical item only should it be damaged or defective. We are not able to substitute items. Should the item no longer be available, you will be issued a refund or store credit.
If an item is damaged in shipping, we must be notified within 72 hours of delivery. Please email your name, order number and pictures of the damaged item and its packaging to info@realdealsteel.com
The following products are not returnable under any circumstances
- Instruction and informative books or manuals
- Special orders
- Wiring harnesses
- All electrical parts
- Interior components that have been installed incorrectly
All returns are subject to damage inspection. Please note returns cannot be processed online. If you would like to return an item, please contact our customer service team at 1-407-585-1957 or info@realdealsteel.com for further assistance.
Q: Is there a cost on returns?
If an item needs to be returned the shipping fees are the customer's responsibility. All returned items must be in as-new condition with original packaging. Primed, painted, cut or installed items cannot be returned. All returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee.
Click HERE for our full return policy.
Q: Do you ship outside of the USA?
We ship anywhere in the continental USA plus Alaska and Hawaii . We are happy to ship orders outside the USA to your shipping consolidator, agent, broker or border representative.
Q: What if an item is out of stock?
.Items not in stock at the time of your order will be placed on backorder. You will be notified immediately via email if an item is out of stock and you will be advised of the expected ship date.
Registration Questions
Q: What kind of records and paperwork do I need to register the car?
A bill of sale (invoice issued by selling dealer) is acceptable if the manufacturer didn’t issue an MSO. Completed Application For Certificate Of Title (from your state DMV). Notarized affidavit, stating that the vehicle is able to be operated on public roads. The statement must also list the repairs made to the vehicle. Bills of sale or receipts for all parts and equipment that weren’t part of the body. All documents must include name and address of seller. Components may include front end, rear end, doors, engine, transmission, frame, cowl assembly, or any parts of those elements. Applicable sales tax (or fill out the statement on sales tax on the application form). License plate number for the vehicle (If using an existing plate), or an affidavit of non-use. Applicable title fees.
Q: What is an MSO (MCO)?
An MSO or MCO is short for a manufacturer’s statement (or certificate) of origin. At Real Deal Steel, we are not a vehicle manufacturer. We are a body assembly company, thus we do not issue an MSO or MCO. We do, however, issue a body number and invoice (by selling dealer) that will take the place of the MSO when registering your vehicle in your state.
Q: What if I have an existing title and VIN?
We DO NOT suggest using the VIN plate from an original car transferred onto a Real Deal Steel body. Particularly if you are a shop building the car for a customer. This practice can get you into a heap of trouble. However, if you hold clear title to an original frame to be used under your Real Deal Steel body, have the state inspect the frame and verify the VIN before assembly. For 1955-57 Chevrolet passenger car frames, the VIN is stamped in two places on top of the driver’s side frame rail. In most cases, your state will issue you a readable VIN plate/tag that matches your frame and title that may be displayed on the body.
Q: More helpful tips for you:
Just like any dealing with the government, proper record-keeping is the secret to making this process easy! In addition, we recommend:
- Before you do anything on your project, know what kind of documentation that the state is going to require for issuing title. Get fact sheets from your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. Many times, these are available from the state website. Or if you don’t like downloading stuff, you can probably get them or find out how to order at your local DMV office. Once you get the fact sheets, read them carefully, and keep all of that information in mind as you buy your parts and build your car.
- Always get proper documentation when you purchase a part. Whenever you buy any part, and especially for major parts like engines, frames and probably transmissions, make sure you get adequate proof of purchase documentation. You can never have too much, so keep all bills of sale, invoices (especially mail order parts), and even canceled checks, and credit card receipts or statements. As applicable, make sure each document accurately records the relevant information. For example a bill of sale should have the vendor’s name and address, your name, a description of the part, and the amount and date of purchase. For major components like engines, make sure the bill has the VIN or serial number on it.
- Keep a build diary. From the very first part you buy keep a build diary. Each entry in the diary should be dated. When recording a purchase of a part, all relevant information should be written into the diary, including vendor’s name and address, date of purchase, description of part (including condition), price paid, and any identifying marks. Each major step in the build process should be recorded in the diary. Things like major component disassembly/assembly, sanding/blasting, painting, etc. should be recorded. If you send a part out to a contractor, record a description of the part, purpose for sending out (e.g., painting), date out and back, and costs (in order to get a title, you probably will have to get an appraisal of the finished car, and this kind of information can prove to be indispensable). All major steps in the build process should be documented with photographs before and after. VIN and serial numbers should be documented by photographs or rubbings, or both. Finally, keep the build diary current and up to date. Keep in mind that the diary is your document made to augment things like bills of sale, invoices and etc. Because it is your document the argument could be that you can make it say anything you want it to say. However, there is a long and strong tradition in American law to treat such records as reliable evidence as long as certain criteria are met.
- Simple adherence to the above principals should go a long way to avoiding problems in getting the finished car titled. It’s really not that hard as long as you keep good records and follow the rules your state has set forth.
Q: How do I title and register a car built using a Real Deal Steel body?
If you do not have a new or original chassis with a title or MSO, you will need to register the car built with a Real Deal Steel body as a “Newly Assembled” vehicle with your state. While we do not issue an MSO, you will be issued a Bill Of Sale (your purchase invoice) by the dealer you purchased your body from. This invoice will be considered as an MSO by your state DMV (check your local laws and regulations). In most cases, the body number issued by Real Deal Steel for your body will be used as or incorporated into the vehicle identification number (VIN) assigned by your state DMV when you register the car. You can find state specific information by visiting the SEMA Action Network’s page, Click here (opens a new window).
Body Questions
Q: What sequence should I replace the floor, trunk floor and inner quarters on my rotted '57 convertible? - Dwayne
Q: I'm interested in a 1969 Camaro coupe body. How does your build compare to that done by Dynacorn?
Q: I'm in the process of restoring a '57 Chevy 2-door sedan that will require some extensive sheet metal replacement -- including the full floor, both rear quarters, tail pan, fin panels, and possibly the inner quarters. My plan was to go with the pre-widene
Q: I have one of your new '57 2-door sedan bodies. Would you mind telling me the 57 model frames that will fit the 2-door sedan body?
Q: I have a 1957 Chevy 2-door post. It was a race car most of its life and I'd like to convert it to a convertible/roadster. I know the door line on the post is straight across, rather than gently sloping, like the bel air and convertible.
Often asked question! If you want to build a true convertible with roll-up quarter windows and a convertible top rack, you'll need to purchase one of our "Clipster" bodies with quarters CL57C-12. The entire rear body tub on the convertible is unique thus your sedan body tub cannot be used. The Clipster allows you to use your sedan cowl and firewall and convert it to convertible using the windshield frame included with the Clipster.
You can also use your sedan chassis under your new convertible body after upgrading it with our tubular frame kit TFK-567 and frame brackets SFB-567