For Roger Holder, a 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle isn’t just a car — it’s a living piece of family history. After spending five decades in the Holder family, the classic muscle car has been reborn with modern engineering and immense horsepower, thanks to a full transformation by Ironworks Speed and Kustom.
Originally purchased new by the Holder family, the Chevelle has remained a fixture across generations, representing both nostalgia and a deep-rooted passion for performance. When the time came to bring the car into the modern era, Holder turned to the specialists at Ironworks, known for blending old-school craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. The project was as much about preservation as it was about performance, ensuring the car retained its soul while achieving contemporary capability.
The overhaul included a completely new chassis and custom suspension, laying the foundation for a drivetrain worthy of modern competition. Under the hood now sits a 1,200-horsepower Don Hardy Racing engine topped with a Whipple supercharger, transforming the once-humble street machine into a high-performance powerhouse. Despite the extensive upgrades, Ironworks kept the Chevelle’s exterior remarkably stock in appearance — a deliberate nod to its 1960s heritage.
Every detail was considered, from the reinforced frame to the precision bodywork that preserves the factory lines. The result is a car that looks like a meticulously restored classic but performs like a cutting-edge race machine.
For Holder and his family, the project symbolizes both tradition and evolution. After 50 years, the Chevelle remains at the center of their automotive story — a bridge between past and present, carrying forward the same spirit that defined American hot rodding in its golden age. What began as a family heirloom has now become a rolling testament to passion, innovation, and loyalty to a beloved nameplate.
