This is not a hobby.
This is not a Fad.
It's not a job...
This is a
LIFESTYLE
I've been asked, “What's it like to own and run your shop?” It's late nights, or in my case, days and nights of no sleep. A lot of sacrifice, and a loving and understanding wife. Great clients are a huge part of what makes the work so amazing. When you wake up thinking of the next part of a build, or how to make a part that you can't buy. This is what it's like to run a successful company. I love that my wife calls me the worker bee. It gives me purpose in life. I've learned to never give up on your dreams. And to let the universe guide you on your path.
The photos below will give you just a small glimpse into our lives.... There is no paid vacation or sick days. No one will do it for you. Its up to you and only you.
David Martinez, owner and CEO of Martinez Industries Co.
 Shop LifeNo idle hands |  Metal work |  Shop LifeMr. and Mrs. Martinez, a true partnership |
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 Shop LifeKatie Martinez unloading a 'new' engine |  Shop LifeCadillac hanging with the Tiki |  Fathers Day Roadster Show 2013David Martinez and Jack Steward. RIP in Jack an inspiration to so many |
 Shop LifeKatie Martinez unloading a 'new' engine |  Shop LifeThe early days, David and Ciso. RIP Cisco the original Martinez Industries, Co. shop supervisor |  The Grand National Roadster Show 201Katie Martinez and old family friend Gene Winfield at The Grand National Roadster Show 2014 |
 Shop LifeNo sick days, no paid vacation, just work and a few quiet moments |  Shop LifeCoffee is a key element |  Shop LifeMartinez Industries, where its always "all hands on deck" |
 Shop LifeDavid Martinez, metal fabricator and so much more |  Shop LifeHand crafted chopper |  Shop LifeDavid Martinez, Metal Smith |
 Shop LifeRIP Cisco the original Martinez Industries, Co. shop supervisor |  Shop LifeDavid Martinez, with the original Martinez Industries, Co. sewing machine. |  Shop LifeDavid Martinez, everything can be fixed, you have to be patient and it will come together |
 Shop LifeKatie Martinez, its a life style not a hobby |  Shop LifeDavid Martinez and Cisco in the early days |  Shop LifeThe Martinez's on a rare day off at the first Gathering Of The Customs |
 Shop LifeThe Shop dogs, they keep us going |  Shop LifeDavid Martinez creating his dream chair, the Zepher. |  Shop LifeKatie Martinez sanding down the Ford with Vito looking on. |
 Shop LifeSometimes you have to take a break and take in the view |  Shop LifeEveryone wants to help David. |  Shop LifeDavid honing his welding skills |
 Grand National Roadster Show 2012David Martinez and fellow car builder John D'Agostino |  Shop LifeDavid, always creating something |  Grand National Roadster Show 2012David and Katie Martinez with artist and close friend Von Franco |
 Shop LifeKatie Martinez, always steps up when there is sanding to be done. |  Grand National Roadster Show 2012Grand National Roadster Show 2012, David with legends George Barris and Mike "Blackie" Gejeian |  Shop LifeDavid and Speck in the shop |
 Shop LifeLine of customers |  Shop LifeKatie practicing her TIG welding |