Classic Auto Factory

Classic Auto Factory is a classic car restoration, service and storage business in DeKalb, Illinois, that also sells vehicles from its own stock and on consignment. The company describes a 100,000 square foot facility with more than 40 service bays. Sales are one of four services on its website, next to restoration, service and storage. It is an independent business and is not affiliated with Classic Cars Arena.

Who it is and what it does

The company says its owners bring worldwide experience to the work. It does not name the owners and it does not publish a founding year, so we give neither. It also announces a planned Michigan location, with no further detail given.

How the sales side works

Vehicle pages on the site say that some cars are owned by Classic Auto Factory and others are consignment vehicles. That mix matters for buyers, because the party you negotiate with and the history of the car can differ from one listing to the next. Ask who owns a given car before you make an offer. The contact page lists "Sales / Consignment" as one service line. No commission, fee schedule or contract terms are published, so a seller should request them in writing. Our guide to how classic car consignment works covers the questions worth asking.

What it sells

When we checked in late October 2026, the inventory page showed about 22 vehicles with prices, plus a number of sold entries. Asking prices ran from about $6,500 to $86,000. Examples included a 1941 Cadillac Series 62 at $55,000, a 1949 Chevrolet 3100 at $60,000, a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible at $86,000, a 1962 Chevrolet Impala at $69,900, a 1968 Ford Mustang convertible at $69,900 and a 1973 Volkswagen Beetle at $9,950. The newest uploads date from October 2026.

The stock is not all vintage. It also included a 2000 Porsche Boxster S, a 2001 Lingenfelter Corvette and a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. Inventory changes often, so confirm what is available before you plan a trip.

Buying from Classic Auto Factory

The vehicle pages state that cars are sold as is, and that buyers are encouraged to inspect the car in person or hire a third-party inspector. Viewing is by appointment. The site does not describe financing or shipping, so ask about both if you are buying from out of state.

Other services listed

• Restoration and service. The site lists $99 per hour for service and restoration and $129 per hour for custom fabrication.
• Storage in a heated building, listed at $99 per month.
• Car care products, listed on the contact page.

These prices are the company's own and may change. To compare similar cars from other sellers, browse classic cars for sale in Illinois.

Reputation

The Better Business Bureau shows an A+ rating for Classic Auto Factory, and the business is not BBB accredited. The recent reviews on that profile were positive. We did not capture a complaint count, so check the BBB page yourself. As with any seller, confirm the title and VIN and get your own inspection.

Visiting and contact

The shop is at 1660 Pleasant St, DeKalb, Illinois 60115. The website lists hours of Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM, closed weekends and closed for lunch from noon to 1 PM. Call (779) 255-2222 or use the contact form on the site. Vehicle pages also print the email address [email protected]. Because viewing is by appointment, call ahead.