Frame & Body Swaps in Phoenix, AZ | StreetWorks Auto
Modern Chassis · Body Swaps · Pro-Touring · Phoenix, AZ

Frame & Body Swaps in Phoenix, AZ

The ultimate foundation for a world-class build. We expertly separate classic sheet metal from its aging infrastructure and precisely mount it to a modern, high-performance chassis — giving you vintage style with sports-car handling.

  • ✓Modern chassis integration — Roadster Shop, Art Morrison & Schwartz
  • ✓Laser-straight body alignment & perfect panel gaps
  • ✓Floorpan, firewall & structural reinforcement
  • ✓Free written quote & a workmanship warranty
Local Phoenix shop — 3948 N 33rd AveServing Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Glendale, Chandler & the Valley
★★★★★ 5.0 from verified local Google reviews
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Anatomy of a Frame Swap

Vintage Body, Modern Bones

A frame swap is exactly what it sounds like — we lift your classic body off its tired factory frame and set it down on a modern, engineered chassis. Three parts, integrated into one seamless foundation.

The result: your car keeps every bit of its vintage character, but underneath it has the geometry, braking, and rigidity of a modern performance car.

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Your Classic BodyOriginal sheet metal, preserved & prepped
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Custom Body MountsPrecision-fabricated mounts & bushings
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Modern Performance ChassisSuspension, brakes & steering, engineered
What We Do

Frame & Body Swap Services

Six disciplines, one integrated build. Explore what goes into a StreetWorks chassis swap.

Modern Chassis Integration

We mount your classic body onto a state-of-the-art aftermarket chassis — Roadster Shop, Art Morrison, or Schwartz Performance — for modern geometry, braking, and steering that transforms how the car drives.

  • Premium bolt-in & full-custom chassis platforms
  • Independent front & rear suspension options
  • Big-brake & rack-and-pinion steering upgrades
  • Complete fitment, mounting & integration
Classic car body mounted on a modern aftermarket chassis at StreetWorks Auto in Phoenix

Precision Body Alignment & Leveling

Laser-straight body-to-frame alignment using custom body mounts and bushings, so every panel gap is perfect and the body sits with zero binding or stress on the new chassis.

  • Laser & measurement-verified alignment
  • Custom-fabricated mounts & bushings
  • Show-quality, consistent panel gaps
  • Zero binding, doors & hood shut like factory
Precision body alignment and leveling on a modern chassis at StreetWorks Auto

Floorpan & Firewall Re-engineering

We modify the classic body's underside to perfectly clear the kick-ups, wider rails, and aggressive geometry of a modern performance chassis — cleanly and structurally, never hacked.

  • Floorpan & transmission tunnel modification
  • Firewall setback & clearance work
  • Fabricated, fully welded & finished panels
  • Clears wider rails & suspension travel
Floorpan and firewall re-engineering for modern chassis clearance

Integrated Plumbing & Routing

We engineer the swap with pre-planned routes for fuel lines, brake lines, and custom wiring harnesses — keeping the entire undercarriage clean, protected, and safe.

  • Pre-planned fuel & brake line routing
  • Wiring harness paths designed in from the start
  • Protected from heat & moving parts
  • Clean, show-quality undercarriage
Integrated fuel, brake line and wiring routing on a swapped chassis

Structural Reinforcement

We enhance structural rigidity to handle high-horsepower torque, eliminate body twist, and drastically improve ride quality — so the whole car feels solid and planted.

  • Reinforcement for high-torque drivetrains
  • Eliminates cowl shake & body flex
  • Improved ride quality & solidity
  • Safer, stiffer, race-ready foundation
Structural reinforcement fabrication for a classic car frame swap

Body Swaps onto Modern Platforms

We install older bodies and unibodies onto newer vehicles — vintage looks on the outside, with a completely modern interior, suspension, and drivetrain underneath. Classic style, modern everything.

  • Classic body on a modern donor chassis
  • Modern interior, comfort & safety
  • Modern suspension & drivetrain
  • Carefully engineered, factory-quality fit
Classic body swapped onto a modern platform at StreetWorks Auto in Phoenix
Roadster · Morrison
Chassis Partners
Laser-Straight
Body Alignment
Pro-Touring
Handling & Braking
5.0 ★
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The Difference

Original Frame vs. a Modern Chassis

Your classic was built for a different era. Here's what a modern chassis changes under the skin.

  Original Factory Frame Modern Performance Chassis
Handling✕Vague, body roll, wanders✓Flat, planted, pro-touring feel
Braking✕Weak drums / small discs✓Modern big-brake systems
Steering✕Loose recirculating-ball✓Precise rack-and-pinion
Ride quality✕Harsh & dated✓Smooth, modern-tuned
Rigidity✕Flex, twist & cowl shake✓Stiff, solid foundation
Horsepower capability✕Limited by the frame✓Ready for big power
Adjustability✕Minimal✓Ride height & alignment dialed
Why StreetWorks

The Foundation Has to Be Perfect

A chassis swap is the base every other part of your build sits on. We treat that responsibility with the precision it demands.

Fabrication In-House

Mounts, floorpans, and reinforcement fabricated and welded under our roof.

Measured & Aligned

Laser-verified body alignment for perfect gaps and zero binding.

Written Quote First

Itemized scope and cost before any work begins. No surprises.

Warranty-Backed

Our workmanship and structure are covered by a written warranty.

Customer Builds

What Owners Say After the Swap

★★★★★

"They put my '67 Mustang body on a Roadster Shop chassis and it's a completely different car — flat in the corners, stops on a dime, rides like a modern sports car. The panel gaps are better than factory. Incredible work."

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Marcus T.1967 Mustang · Roadster Shop · Tempe
★★★★★

"Art Morrison chassis under my C10 with all the floorpan and firewall work done right. No body twist, no rattles, and the undercarriage is spotless with everything routed clean. These guys are true fabricators."

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Jesse D.1970 C10 · Art Morrison · Mesa
★★★★★

"I wanted vintage looks with modern everything, so they put my classic body on a modern platform. Modern interior, suspension, drivetrain — it looks 1969 and drives like a new car. Exactly what I dreamed of."

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Andre L.Body Swap · Modern Platform · Scottsdale
★★★★★

"The structural reinforcement made a huge difference — no more cowl shake even with a big-power engine. They quoted it in writing, hit the timeline, and documented the whole build with photos."

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Ray G.Chevelle · Schwartz Chassis · Glendale
★★★★★

"They helped me pick the right chassis for how I actually drive instead of upselling me. The body alignment is laser-perfect and it feels like one solid piece now. Worth every mile from Chandler."

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Sandra P.Camaro · Chassis Swap · Chandler
★★★★★

"Full frame swap as part of my restoration. The foundation they built is flawless — everything bolted up after because the chassis and body were dead-on. Best shop in the Valley for this kind of work."

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Brian K.Nova · Frame Swap · Peoria

The StreetWorks Foundation Guarantee

Every frame and body swap is quoted in writing, documented with photos, and backed by a written workmanship warranty. No work starts without your approval, and we stand behind the alignment and structural integrity of what we build — because it's the foundation your entire car depends on.

Proudly Serving the Valley

Your Local Phoenix Frame & Chassis Swap Shop

Searching for a frame swap or pro-touring chassis shop near you? StreetWorks Auto is a local Phoenix, Arizona shop trusted across the Valley for modern chassis integration, body swaps, and precision fabrication on platforms like Roadster Shop, Art Morrison, and Schwartz — a short drive from anywhere in the metro. Get in touch to start your build.

PhoenixScottsdaleMesaTempe GlendaleChandlerGilbertPeoria SurpriseAvondaleGoodyearQueen Creek

A chassis swap is the foundation — pair it with an engine swap, a full classic car restoration, custom chassis & wiring, or performance upgrades.

Frame & Chassis FAQs

What Phoenix Builders Ask Us Most

Straight answers on cost, chassis options, handling, body swaps, and timelines.

How much does a frame swap cost in Phoenix?
A complete frame-and-body swap in Phoenix typically starts around $15,000 for the labor, fabrication, and integration, and climbs well past $40,000 to $50,000 once you factor in a premium aftermarket chassis from a company like Roadster Shop, Art Morrison, or Schwartz Performance plus the brakes, suspension, and steering that come with it. The biggest cost variables are which chassis you choose, how much floorpan and firewall modification your body needs to clear the new geometry, and whether the swap is bundled with an engine swap or full restoration. Every build starts with a free, itemized written estimate so you know exactly where the money goes before any work begins.
What is a modern chassis swap, and why do it?
A modern chassis swap — often called a pro-touring or restomod chassis swap — takes your classic body off its aging, flexy factory frame and mounts it onto a state-of-the-art aftermarket chassis engineered for modern geometry, braking, and steering. The payoff is dramatic: your classic keeps its vintage looks but suddenly handles, stops, and rides like a modern sports car, with the rigidity to safely put down big horsepower. It's the ultimate foundation for a world-class build, and it's usually done as part of a frame-off restoration or resto-mod.
Which aftermarket chassis do you use — Roadster Shop, Art Morrison, or Schwartz?
We build on the best chassis in the industry, including Roadster Shop, Art Morrison, and Schwartz Performance, and we'll help you choose the right platform for your car, your budget, and how you plan to drive it. Each has strengths — from bolt-in convenience to full custom fabrication and track-focused geometry — and because we work with all of them, our recommendation is based on your build goals, not on whatever we happen to stock. We handle ordering, fitment, and full integration.
Can you put a classic body on a modern vehicle's chassis and drivetrain?
Yes — this is one of the most exciting builds we do. We can install an older body or unibody onto a modern donor chassis so the vehicle looks vintage on the outside but has a completely modern interior, suspension, and drivetrain underneath. Think classic style with today's comfort, safety, and reliability — air conditioning that works, a drivetrain that starts every time, and handling that inspires confidence. These body swaps take careful planning and fabrication, and we engineer every one for a clean, safe, factory-quality result.
Will a frame swap actually improve handling and ride quality?
Absolutely, and it's usually a night-and-day difference. Classic frames were never designed for modern speeds, tires, or horsepower, so they flex and wander. A modern chassis brings contemporary independent suspension geometry, big disc brakes, precise rack-and-pinion steering, and far greater structural rigidity — which eliminates body twist, sharpens handling, and dramatically smooths the ride. Owners consistently tell us their car finally drives the way it always looked like it should.
How long does a frame and body swap take?
A frame-and-body swap typically takes several weeks to a few months on its own, and longer when it's part of a full restoration or resto-mod, because separating the body, re-engineering the floorpan and firewall, aligning and leveling the body on the new chassis, and routing all the plumbing and wiring is precise, methodical work. We give you a realistic timeline up front, document the build with photos, and never rush the fitment — the alignment and structure are the foundation everything else is built on.
Do you warranty your frame and body swap work?
Yes. Every frame and body swap is quoted in writing and backed by a written workmanship warranty. No work starts without your approval, we document the fabrication and alignment along the way, and we stand behind the structural integrity of what we build. A chassis swap is a major investment, and we treat it like the foundation of your entire car — because it is. Get a free quote or call (480) 433-1064.
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Build It on the Right Foundation

Book your free chassis consultation. We'll spec the right platform, quote it in writing, and build a foundation that turns your classic into a modern-driving machine.

Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · Sat 8am–3pm · 3948 N 33rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85017