Classic cars suffer the same dents, scrapes and accident damage as modern vehicles, but repairing them can require a different approach.
Replacement panels may be difficult to source, original shapes can vary from car to car and previous repairs may only become apparent once the damaged area is stripped back.
We undertake suitable panel repairs, bodywork correction and accident-related repairs while retaining sound original material wherever practical.
If the repair requires extensive refinishing afterwards, it can also be coordinated with our classic car respray service.
What looks like a small defect on a classic car can sometimes be the visible sign of a larger problem underneath.
Older vehicles may have previous patches, filler, overlapping panels or corrosion hidden behind trim and paint.
Before deciding on the repair, we expose enough of the affected area to understand what is actually happening and whether the surrounding structure is sound.
Where welding or fabricated metal sections are required, see our dedicated classic car welding service.
What looks like a small defect on a classic car can sometimes be the visible sign of a larger problem underneath.
Older vehicles may have previous patches, filler, overlapping panels or corrosion hidden behind trim and paint.
Before deciding on the repair, we expose enough of the affected area to understand what is actually happening and whether the surrounding structure is sound.
Where welding or fabricated metal sections are required, see our dedicated classic car welding service.
Classic cars often give fewer electronic clues than modern vehicles, so fault-finding relies more heavily on inspection, testing and understanding how the systems work together.
We can investigate suitable faults involving brakes, cooling, ignition, fuel delivery, steering, suspension, charging systems and other mechanical areas.
The aim is to identify the cause rather than simply replace parts until the symptom disappears.
For routine maintenance, fluid changes and scheduled work, our classic car servicing and MOT service is the better starting point.
A full restoration is not always the right answer.
If the car is fundamentally sound, repairing the problem area may preserve more originality, reduce unnecessary work and get the vehicle back on the road sooner.
Where corrosion, historic repairs and mechanical wear are widespread across several areas, however, a larger restoration programme may make more sense than tackling each problem separately.
We can advise which approach suits the condition of the vehicle. For more extensive projects, see our classic car restoration service.
