Chris continued work on our 1969 Audi 70L by preparing the doors and bonnet for primer. This involved filling and fairing the panels to achieve a smooth and even surface, ensuring they were ready for the next stage of the refinishing process.
Jon moved our 1993 Ford Escort XR3i onto the ramp and began investigating the fuel gauge issue. He disconnected the pump and sender unit, then shorted the wire to the gauge, which responded by rising to full, confirming the gauge and warning light were functioning correctly. As the sender needed to be removed, he took […]
Greg continued work on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL by fitting the body, ensuring proper alignment and secure placement as part of the ongoing restoration.
Lydia completed the carpeting work on our 2010 Land Rover Defender 90, with the area now fully carpeted throughout.
Lydia fitted the boot carpet to our 1976 Jensen Interceptor in blue, ensuring a neat and secure installation.
John carried out a road test on our 1956 Jensen 541 to assess the braking performance and investigate a rubbing noise. After returning to the workshop, Jonn assisted John with bleeding the brakes to address the identified issues.
Jonn carried out the pre-delivery inspection on our 1993 Ford Escort XR3i. As part of this, he tightened the nearside door check strap to ensure proper operation. He then reconnected the nearside repeater multiplug located under the bonnet near the battery and re-routed the associated wiring for improved positioning. Additionally, he completed a glue repair […]
Jonn continued replacing the old chrome parts on our 1956 Jensen 541 with newly refurbished items. He swapped all four wheel spinners for improved replacements, greasing and securing them in place. The old rear bumpers were removed, and the newly rechromed bumper was aligned and fitted to the nearside. As the new offside bumper did […]
Greg focused on the outer wheel well fitment on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL, ensuring proper alignment and integration with the surrounding panels.
Chris carried out filling and fairing work on the doors and bonnet of our 1969 Audi 70L to achieve a smooth, even surface. He welded up an existing hole, then carefully ground it back before applying epoxy primer to the area.
Greg has now fitted and tacked the sill into place on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL, securing it to the rear quarter panel. He is in the process of fitting both the outer and inner wheel wells and has begun cutting into the quarter panel to continue with the necessary panel work.
Tony collected our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead from Ashbocking Joinery for its restoration journey to continue.
Greg carried out structural and bodywork repairs on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL, focusing on several key areas. He cut out and replaced the rear section of the frame near the sway bar to address corrosion and ensure the vehicle’s structural integrity. Further attention was given to the rear quarter panel, where necessary fabrication and shaping […]
Ben documented the preparatory work carried out on our 1967 Jaguar E-Type Cream, Series 1 2+2, ahead of engine removal. Initial efforts were made to remove the gearbox independently in order to access the clutch; however, this approach proved unfeasible. As a result, plans shifted to removing the engine as a complete unit. Reference photos […]
Work has progressed steadily on our 1976 Jensen Interceptor, with Benn refitting the dashboard and installing the new radio. The front door speakers have been connected directly, while the rear speakers are now wired through the fader control, allowing adjustment from the centre console. As components are reinstalled, Benn is systematically testing switches, lights, and […]
Mauro has removed the glass from both doors of our 1969 Audi 70L, along with the door check straps. Chris removed the locks and seals from the doors of our 1969 Audi 70L. He then sanded and filled the door surfaces in preparation for primer. Areas of rust were cut out and replaced with newly […]
Steve carefully removed the seized screws from our 1963 Rover P4 110’s rear screen frame, allowing the assembly to be dismantled without damage. With the frame disassembled, he proceeded to clean off all traces of the old sealant in preparation for refitting the unit with new seals.
Tony collected our 1967 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 2+2 along with a bike from WB & Sons.
Jonn placed the roof of our 2003 Porsche Boxster into the service position and removed the necessary covers to access the top of the engine. He then removed the air pipes and disconnected both the battery and the electrical connections to the starter motor. After unbolting and removing the old starter, a new unit was […]
Jonn worked on our 1963 Jaguar MkII Silver by cleaning the remaining components that are to be reused during the restoration. He painted the fan and addressed the bonnet catch return spring, which he refitted and lubricated to ensure smooth operation.
The workshop team has finished cleaning and polishing the grille of our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. IThe grille was then rebuilt with new screws.
Painting of the wooden side pieces in the bed of our 1951 Austin Devon.
The starter of our 1984 Morgan 4/4 was engaging after the key was removed. The ignition switch was removed and checked for faults. The switch had fallen apart internally and was beyond repair, so a new switch was ordered
Jonn found a small oil leak coming from a side cover plate gasket on our 1973 Jaguar E-Type. The plate was removed, both surfaces cleaned, and a new gasket fitted.
Our 1963 Rover P4 has had underseal applied to help keep the car in good condition now and in the future.
Various engine bay components have been replaced on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL.
Jonn removed the steering wheel on our 1973 Porsche 914 Blue to address an issue with the horn, which was sounding continuously. He resolved the fault to restore normal operation.
John began work on our 1985 Daimler DS420 Limo, which had come in for recommissioning and presented several electrical issues. He first addressed the non-functional hazard lights. Upon inspection of the switch wiring, he discovered that the power supply to the switch was under 9 volts. When power was supplied directly from the battery, the […]
Jonn continued with the appraisal and repair work on our 1958 Austin Healey Frogeye Sprite. He checked the oil levels in both the rear axle and gearbox, topping up where necessary, and proceeded to grease all lubrication points. The brakes were stripped down and inspected, then cleaned and adjusted. He investigated an issue with the […]
Jonn sourced and fitted headlight wipers to our 1987 Mercedes 500 SL in grey. He then built up the front bumper using a new fitting kit, fully assembling it on the floor. With the lower front valance already loosely in place, he aligned and loosely fitted the bumper. The chrome sections were slackened to allow […]