Classic Car Servicing & Restoration

Classic Mercedes Benz SL 280 Pagoda in Blue.

Classic Car Servicing & Restoration

Classic Car Servicing, Restoration & Recommission

At George Edward we are passionate about classic cars. Both George and Edward have been trained in restoration and all things classic! We love nothing more than tuning a set of carbs to get the most out of your engine. Using timing lights, carb balancers, CO meters and our well-trained ears, we can have your classic running better than ever. 

Restoration can come in many forms, from a light recommission to a nut and bolt rebuild. We use manufacturer approved oils and parts, along with the official technical data if you are looking for that original spec! Alternatively, if you want to bring your classic up to date, we could offer resto mod like improvements to meet your needs. We can also provide trimming work and interior repair, with our GE trimmer well trained on the most prestigious interiors.

Enjoy a coffee whilst we sit down and discuss your needs and desires for your pride and joy, before advising and planning the best route forward.

For longer term recommissions, we can provide a list of works in priority order, working through it at whatever pace best suits your budget and personal desires.

Our restoration experience has been mostly but not solely Aston Martin and Porsche, we have a strong passion for a wide range of vehicles among the classic car scene including Jaguar, especially the E-Type, Bentley and Rolls Royce, Triumph and Land Rover to name a few. 

A car engine that has been fully restored and recommissioned.

Engine & Mechanical Restoration Services we offer

From carefully dismantling your classic car’s engine, to cleaning, machining, and replacing internal components such as the engine pistons, rod bearings and gaskets wherever necessary.

We initially inspect the health of your Classic’s gearbox and transmission, before making any necessary repairs or replacements to the gearbox and clutch components. 

From restoring fuel pumps, fuel lines and carburetors, to upgrading your classic to fuel injection. Fuel injection upgrades help to improve the starting, performance, drivability and fuel economy of your classic car.

An attentive rebuild or replacement of your car’s radiators, water pumps, and internal thermostats, ensuring you can drive your classic spiritedly without any apprehension.

Delicately rebuilding your classic car’s brakes to factory standard, replacing pads, rotors, callipers and brake lines. We encourage you to regularly check the health of your classic’s brakes.

Restore the original handling of your classic car. Our skillful team can replace your shocks, springs, bushings or other components to ensure your classic handles to its best ability.

Repairing or replacing manifolds, mufflers, and exhaust pipes to help maintain your classic car’s fuel economy, aid engine performance, and to of course ensure you are able to hear the beautiful tones of your classic car’s engine.

Restoring steering systems to factory standard, or upgrading steering systems to modernise your classic, including power steering and alignment.

Taking your classic through wiring harness restoration, replacing alternators and starters where necessary. Our team can also recommend and carry out upgrading to modern electrical systems if applicable to your vehicle.

Bodywork & Paint Restoration

The George Edward team will bring your car back to its former glory, cutting out any rusted areas and carefully welding new panels, additionally patching any minor rust spots where necessary.

Our wealth of experience ensures we apply the correct techniques to dent repair, such as body filler, metal shaping, or panel replacement. Ensure your car leaves our workshop looking as pristine as it deserves to look.

Correcting any frame or body misalignment from previous damage or wear to your classic car’s original standard and framework.

Cosmetic detailing, from sanding, applying primer, colour coats, and clear coats. Allow our team to detail your classic to achieve a concours condition.

Polishing or re-plating tired chrome parts, and replacing or restoring trim pieces to revitalise your classic to a showroom ready standard.

An important part of the restoration process. Strengthen the durability of your classic car by replacing seals around doors, windows, and the rear boot space to prevent leaks / unwanted damage.

Interior Restoration

Reupholstering seats, replacing foam, springs and restoring original materials.

Installing new carpeting, including installing sound-deadening material for elevated comfort and noise reduction.

Restoring or replacing the dashboard, gauges and other electrical components like switches and lights back to full capability so you know exactly how enthusiastically you are pushing your classic.

The team are skilled in repairing, restoring or replacing the steering wheel, replacing leather, wood or carbon trims where necessary.

Replacing or restoring the ceiling fabric or vinyl material with period correct fabrics. Here at George Edward we can design, source, and install period correct fabrics for you.

Refurbishing or replacing worn or damaged door handles, and refurbishing or replacing door panels to original specification.

Drivability Upgrades

Upgrading to disc brakes will give you more stopping power underfoot, giving you full confidence when pushing your classic to its limits.

If you’d like to modernise your classic’s ride quality, installing modern suspension components is a great way to make your car more comfortable.

You may wish to upgrade your classic’s handling, and choose to install power steering. You can then enjoy driving your car less strenuously.

Installing or restoring A/C systems for modern comfort. Many classic’s were developed without A/C, which can make them less than comfortable on a hot summer’s day.

Upgrading from carburetion to fuel injection will help bolster your classic car’s fuel efficiency and performance, by improving fuel flow into the engine.

Car mechanic with protective mask welding the underside of a classic car as part of a restoration project.

Welding and Fabrication

From small chassis repairs to custom exhaust systems. We can take on any steel, stainless steel and aluminium repairs and fabrication jobs no matter the size. Get in touch with us today to see if we can help with your classic car project.