By Barry Alt
Are you ready to showcase your restoration craftsmanship on one of the biggest stages in the automotive aftermarket world? The Automotive Restoration Market Organization (ARMO) council is now accepting entries for feature vehicles to be displayed in the ARMO booth at the 2025 SEMA Show in Las Vegas!
Why You Should Enter
The ARMO and HRIA booth has become a prestigious platform for restorers and builders to exhibit the finest in restored automotive heritage. Whether your work has been recognized at prestigious shows like the MCACN show, Amelia Island, another industry event, or admired online by the restoration community, this is your chance to put it in front of the entire automotive aftermarket industry.
For 2025, ARMO aims to showcase meticulously restored vehicles that exemplify classic and vintage authenticity across three key markets: American, Japanese, and European. There’s also potential for up to two of these vehicles to be part of a media unveiling on the opening day of the show—an added opportunity for high-profile exposure. Note: Unveiled vehicles must be debuting at a major show for the first time and not shown previously at any significant event.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for quality restorations that align with ARMO’s mission—vehicles that would feel at home on the Concours lawn at Amelia Island or under the spotlight at the MCACN Show, Goodguys Show, or other major shows. Subtle upgrades such as modern brakes or digital gauges may be acceptable. Still, vehicles with modern powertrains (e.g., LS swaps) or aftermarket chassis should consider applying through the HRIA council instead.
What to Know Before You Apply
If selected, here’s what you’ll need to be prepared for:
- If requested, submission of additional vehicle photos for final approval
- All transportation to and from the Las Vegas Convention Center
- Be available to move the vehicle in/out of the venue
- Have the vehicle present on site from November 2–7, 2025
- Ensure at least one team member is available during the show (full-time presence at the booth is not required)
- Vehicles currently under restoration are eligible but must be completed by the show
SEMA will provide up to four guest show passes per accepted vehicle (subject to change).
Ready to Apply?
Click here to access the 2025 ARMO Feature Booth Vehicle Application Form
When submitting, be sure to select ARMO under "Which Council are you submitting for?"
Spread the Word
If you know another shop or restorer with a standout project worthy of the spotlight, please share this opportunity. Let’s celebrate the best in restoration together at the 2025 SEMA Show.