Lenny Fiore knows how to restore an automobile. He has a five million dollar collection of classic cars. About 40 of them sit inside his spotless garage including a Rolls Royce, Jaguar, and Astin Martin.
He has a thing for cars in James Bond movies. Seven cars from the popular movie series are in his collection.
Fiore takes these cars to shows around the country and usually drives away with the top prize.
Several weeks ago in Columbus, Ohio he took seven cars and competed against more than 1,200 others. He took home 13 trophies.
“I’ve been to shows where i drive in, and i see people drive out,” laughed Fiore.
Often he gets his cars when they are almost junk. Fiore and his three man crew spend hours bringing these classic rides back to life.
“I’ve always loved cars. My passion isn’t so much driving them any more, it’s really the restoration part of it.”
Fiore currently has seven North American Championships. Many of his cars are repeat winners. The winning pedigree can add 150-thousand dollars to the value of the car. Despite the value, Lenny is not selling.
I just enjoy people looking at em, hearing the comments, that’s the fun for me.”
That’s why he created a museum to restore and showcase his collection. Anyone can get a free tour, all they have to do is call ahead.