My father in law does this. He is not a professional but he is VERY anal.. Ive seen some plates he has done. He has a couple show cars and Ive seen his plates and they look perfect. So I called him up, tried to get a rough estimate. He was asking all kinds of questions, I forgot to look at what state you were in so I just said they were the old Cal black plates. He asked about the physical condition of the metal. I couldnt answer. He said he did a set that wasnt too banged up for 35 a piece and another set that was pretty bad for 45 a piece.
And I have complete confidence in his ability to make them look new and care for them like they were his own children. He is one of the most meticulous car guys I know. He was asking all kinds of questions about the car, he loves cars. He is retired so I can know alot of time will be spent on the plates. He has all the tools to make the metal just right.
So anyway, if you want his contact info lemme know and Ill shoot it your way. If anything just pick his brain for things to lookout for. He loves to talk cars and is easy to talk with. JR
I would like to get my factory black plates restored who does them? I am alittle nervous sending them just to anybody. I live in mn wondering if anybody knows someone that they could refer ? I would send were ever if I knew Icould trust I would get them back . What should I expect to pay for a quality job? thanks for the help 
