He known as the “Auto Archaeologist”, Ryan Brutt.
Ryan Brutt is a writer, historian, and automotive explorer.
Ryan Brutt documents rare and forgotten classic cars hidden in barns, junkyards, and unusual locations.
Rather than purchasing the vehicles, he preserves their history through photography, writing, and social media, helping connect owners with restoration resources and potential buyers.
Ryan has written for Hot Rod Magazine and amassed a vast database of classic car leads.
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Ryan focus is on preserving the history and stories behind these vehicles, often connecting owners with restoration resources or potential buyers.
- The challenges of restoring a 1967 Cadillac El Dorado, particularly the difficulty of perfecting its large, flat body panels and the work required to replace rusted floor pans.
- Ryan wrote for Hot Rod Magazine and built a database of 2,000 car leads using Google My Maps.