Goodies Speed Shop, a cornerstone of San Jose’s automotive culture, has a storied history that reflects the evolution of car enthusiasm in California. Established in 1962 by Richard Guess, the shop initially catered to compact car aficionados, focusing on models like the Ford Falcon and Chevrolet Corvair. Recognizing the burgeoning interest in high-performance vehicles, Goodies expanded its inventory in 1964 to serve drag racers and custom car builders, quickly becoming a hub for the Bay Area’s automotive community.
Goodies Speed Shop, a cornerstone of San Jose’s automotive culture, has a storied history that reflects the evolution of car enthusiasm in California. Established in 1962 by Richard Guess, the shop initially catered to compact car aficionados, focusing on models like the Ford Falcon and Chevrolet Corvair. Recognizing the burgeoning interest in high-performance vehicles, Goodies expanded its inventory in 1964 to serve drag racers and custom car builders, quickly becoming a hub for the Bay Area’s automotive community.