The Daimler V8-250 was the first Daimler to use a Jaguar platform and the last Daimler to use a Daimler engine. And what a great engine it is too. The small, hemispherical head (HEMI) V8 engine is a beautifully engineered machine. This car is a recent acquisition of the Southern Classics Society events coordinator Richard […]
Daimler V8-250 of Southern Classics Society Events Coordinator Read Post »
This beautiful Aston Martin DB6 came in last week with a misfire. Turned out to be dodgy electronic ignition trigger in the distributor. The carbs were leaking so we rebuilt them while it was here.
Aston Martin DB6 in for a misfire and carb rebuild Read Post »
This autumn marks an incredible 35 years in business! From humble roots working from a tool box in the back of an MGB, through various premises, to our current East Sussex facility, catering to all manner of classic car and historic racer. We always endeavour to push ourselves and grow with this year being no exception. Our
Celebrating 35 years in business Read Post »
This beautiful Series 1 Jaguar E-type came in for a full inspection, major service and repairs. There were a few large jobs to carry out including works to the rear subframe and drivetrain. We replaced all of the front suspension bushes and a couple of ball joints. We replaced the water pump, adjusted the cam
Major service and repairs to Series 1 Jaguar E-type Read Post »
This beautiful Austin-Healey 100/4 has just undergone a full service. As well as the usual oil, filter plugs, this 100/4 got some new trunnion bushes, re-shimmed king pins and a full rebuild of the distributor. This Healey is now ready for many miles of classic motoring in 2018.
Austin-Healey 100/4 major service Read Post »
This beautifully restored MG TC has been in storage for a while and was reluctant to get going going again. Some attention to the carburetors and a full service and it’s driving beautifully.
MG TC out of storage and back on the road Read Post »
This Triumph TR4A was restored some 20 years ago and has been garaged ever since. It has survived very well but a lot of the rubber components have deteriorated and the fuel tank has rusted. The carbs required a rebuild and we also fitted a new fuel pump. The brakes and ignition system both needed
Triumph TR4A recommissioning Read Post »
Over the past few weeks we’ve been working to get this incredibly original 1979 Lotus Sunbeam back on the road. Its been stood in a garage for many years and needed all new brakes, some suspension bushes, a carburettor overhaul, cambelt, water pump, ignition system, new tyres and a battery. It passed its MOT today
1979 Lotus Sunbeam back on the road Read Post »
The Triumph TR3 is now in the final stages and will be completed imminently. It has all gone back together quite well. Next up is some under seal and MOT before getting it back to the customer.
Triumph TR3A nearly complete Read Post »
We think the Mk1 Cooper S treatment of this Mk4 Mini body shell looks superb. Complete with 10″ wheels central speedo and gold brocade interior. The car was running on two cylinders and needed some work to the carburettors to rectify. We also set the corner weights and the tracking.
Mk1 Cooper S style Mk4 Mini Read Post »
