We offer a full range of services, from engine and component rebuilding to our specialized maintenance programs for collectors who drive their cars regularly. We work carefully and professionally to both correct current problems and locate future concerns before they become problems.

MECHANICAL SERVICES

General service work and restoration of all those systems modern-day mechanics do not understand

• Engine repair/rebuilding
• Chassis and component repair/diagnosis (brakes, suspension, cures for special problems, noises, odors and other maladies old cars develop)
• Parts fabrication/duplication
• Maintenance program for collector cars (everything needed to keep an older car safe, preserved and reliable-- including winter storage)
• Harness installation/fabrication and electrical repair
• Component fabrication and rebuilding

PAINT AND FINISH SERVICES

Our finishing department is responsible for numerous show-winning paint finishes. Additionally, we have the skill to take the care needed to repair blemishes and other damage properly, without any evidence of our effort.

• Show quality, custom and original-specification-quality automotive finishes
• Two-part enamels, lacquer or alkyd enamels
• Component refinishing-- engines, chassis, loose parts
• "Fussy" spot repair of scratches, nicks and dents
• Paintless dent removal
• Show preparation and finish detailing
• Chrome, nickel, cadmium and all plating
• Powder coating, metalizing, ceramic and Teflon coatings
• Anti-friction and engineering coatings
• Chemical finish removal, sand- and media blasting
• Glasurit-certified refinisher
• Lifetime finish warranties

METAL SHOP SERVICES

Our Panel Shop is staffed by Rolls Royce- and Aston Martin-trained fabricators (panel beaters). We fabricate complete sheet metal bodies, partial body sections, bumpers, trim and everything one might expect of a coach builder. We can fabricate any sheet metal you require.

• Custom-made body parts for all cars
• English wheel specialists
• Complete body fabrication in aluminum or steel from photos or patterns
• Stainless steel, brass or alloy trim and brightwork fabrication
• Sheet metal structural component or body section fabrication
• Corrosion repair to OEM standards
• Collision repair of mass-produced and coach-built vehicles
• Bumper and trim fabrication
• Fiberglass/wood body buck (form) fabrication
• Parts in stock for post-war Rolls Royce, Aston Martin and alloy-body Lotus vehicles (Click on Parts For Sale for details.)
• For more custom-made body parts info, click Panel Shop Inc.

UPHOLSTERY SERVICES

The trim shop offers award-winning interior restoration to original specification or custom upholstery crafted to your preference. We button tuft, custom make convertible tops, restore vintage fabric or leather car bodies, tool rolls, car covers, or anything else needed. If it is flexible and automotive, we have the skill and experience to produce it.

• Seating, carpets and panel trimming
• Complete interiors to original specification
• Custom interiors to any design
• Tops, tonneaus, boots and custom car covers
• Fabric and leather body trimming (Weyman) and roof coverings
• Custom cloth and leather work, tool bags
• "Kit" installations and enhancement
• Horsehair seat restoration
• Button tufting and antique trim
• Repairs of all sorts

WOODWORKING SERVICES

In the last quarter-decade, our wood shop has produced many award-winning car bodies and interior wood trim restorations. We provide superior quality cabinet and veneer work to original and custom specifications. We provide structural vintage wood body frame repairs, "Woodie" restoration, and all wood refinishing. Our wood workers have the skill and experience to do the job properly.

• Dashboard and interior wood trim restoration
• Veneer restoration and finishing
• Two-part urethane, epoxies, varnishes and French polish wood finishing
• Wood body frame fabrication to factory standards
• Wood body repair and rot removal
• "Woodie" restoration of all types

COLLECTOR SERVICES

Service and careful, prompt attention to our customers' needs make the difference. We do all we can to take care of customer cars properly, while providing all those 'perks' that make vintage cars fun. "YES" is the operative word at Automotive Restorations.

• Detailing and show preparation to the highest standards
• Compounding and refinish rejuvenation
• Engine and chassis detailing
• Interior valeting, leather conditioning and detailing
• Insurance appraisals and valuation
• Careful pickup and delivery... Anywhere!!!
• International shipment, transport and related services
• Storage-- over 50,000 square feet, safe, dry, insured and monitored space
• Transportation & exhibition for shows, events or sales
• Pre-purchase inspection and acquisition assistance
• Vehicle location services-- tell us what you need... we'll find it!
• Research/documentation for specific vehicles
• Parts acquisition/research/location
• Information and advice
• Quality, 'period-sensitive' installation of alarms, stereos and the latest gadgets
• House calls... Anywhere!!!

We also offer a vehicle evaluation report, which is often the best way to decide on the type of restoration you need for a vehicle you own or when evaluating the wisdom of a potential purchase.

VINTAGE RACING SERVICES

Our affiliation with Vinatge Racing Services Inc. offers full-service vintage racing restoration, preparation and trackside support. Please visit the VRS site for further info.

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