It is always so heartwarming to see grandkids being grateful for their grandparents. However, the gift Cam Dedman gave to his grandpa for his 81st birthday can easily be a new record.
1957 Chevy Bel Air
Over the years, the 57′ Chevy has become an icon among cars having been portrayed many times in movies and television. As an undeniable sign of the American car industry, the 57′ Chevy is often the being restored and modified to preserve the uniqueness an beauty of this well-known model.
Fred Lamar, Cam’s grandpa, has had one since the ‘50s. However, the car had been left in the garage since 1976 and hadn’t been moved until Cam decided to give it a new life. He had his work cut out for him, but being a skilled mechanic and with great love for his grandpa, he must’ve known that this project was going to go great.
Put a smile on Grandpa’s face.
Cam started his work on the car a year ago without his grandfather even knowing what he was up to. “My best friend,” as Cam calls his grandfather, certainly deserved to have the memories of the car in which he drove his children to come back to him. There was a lot that needed to be done, and Cam posted photos of the ongoing work on his Instagram.
Everything was replaced and renewed, the body, the engine, and he even gave the car a new hot-rod look.
The perfect surprise
He about passed out. I (Cam Dedman) have been doing a full frame off restoration and build of this car a big surprise…
Posted by Cam Dedman on Samstag, 13. Januar 2018
The entire family went to a parking lot with the grandpa blindfolded to give him probably the best birthday present ever. Grandpa Fred couldn’t hold back his tears of joy in the heartwarming moment, and all he could do was give his loving grandson a big hug. You can see the touching video below, but be warned, it could melt your heart.
We are not the only ones who were touched by this incredible feat as people wrote many support messages on Facebook. Here are just some of the comments that show how people recognize real family values.
Jeremy Witteveen That might be the best looking 4 door car ever made. So cool of you to do something so selfless for your gramps. Great work!
Trish Hester Ford Oh my goodness. This made me cry. You are so awesome Cam!!
Draden Box Absolutely beautiful car. It’s amazing how many people have been anticipating you giving it to him and following your progress. Awesome job Cam Dedman. I can’t imagine how you and him both felt!
Stephen Henson Wow man, that is one good looking car. You and your friends did and amazing job and thing for your grandpa!
Cam has since added that he and grandpa will plan on going to hot-rod shows together and we wish them a lot of fun on their future trips together.
