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Classic car paint and preparation

Classic Car Paint & Preparation

Our classic car paint and preparation services provide a meticulous, high-quality finish for your vintage vehicle. From restoring original colours to custom paint jobs, we deliver flawless results that enhance both the look and value of your classic. With an emphasis on precision and craftsmanship, our team ensures every detail is perfect, from surface preparation to the final coat. In collaboration with our specialist partner, we also offer advanced sandblasting and vapour blasting techniques to ensure your car’s body and parts are thoroughly prepared for a pristine paint finish.

Comprehensive Surface Preparation: Proper preparation is key to achieving a lasting, high-quality paint finish. Our classic car paint preparation process begins with careful surface assessment, followed by rust removal, dent repair, and smoothing of all surfaces. To ensure the best results, we collaborate with a specialist partner offering sandblasting and vapour blasting, which are ideal for cleaning and prepping parts for paint. These techniques remove rust, old paint, and contaminants, creating a perfect foundation for the new paint.

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Classic car original colour paint

Original Colour Restoration & Custom Paint Jobs

Whether you’re looking to restore your car to its original factory colour or create a custom look, our classic car paint services provide the perfect solution. We use premium paints and offer a wide range of finishes, from high gloss to matte, ensuring a stunning final result that matches your vision. Our team ensures that every coat is applied with precision, providing a flawless, long-lasting finish.

Rust & Damage Repair

Rust and body damage can compromise the integrity of your vehicle’s paint job. Our rust repair and bodywork services ensure any rusted or damaged areas are fully restored before painting. We fabricate and replace any necessary panels, smooth out imperfections, and ensure the body is perfectly prepared for the paint application.

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Classic car rust repair
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Sand blasted classic car engine bay

Sandblasting & Vapour Blasting

Our partnership with a specialist in sandblasting and vapour blasting provides the ultimate in surface preparation. Sandblasting is ideal for removing heavy rust and corrosion, while vapour blasting uses a gentler approach, perfect for cleaning delicate parts without causing damage. These advanced techniques ensure that every part of your classic car is thoroughly prepped, providing a clean surface for paint adhesion and a flawless finish.

Why Choose Us for Classic Car Paint?

Expert Craftsmanship: Decades of experience delivering high-quality paint finishes for vintage cars.
Advanced Preparation Techniques: We partner with specialists in sandblasting and vapour blasting for perfect surface preparation.
Custom Solutions: Whether it’s original paint restoration or a custom job, we tailor our services to your exact needs.

Contact us today to discuss your classic car paint and preparation project and ensure your timeless vehicle shines like new!

What our customers say

“I am very impressed with the standard of repair, particularly the work undertaken on the braking system which on Austin cars of this age is a black art!”

“The attention to detail has been incredible. I can thoroughly recommend Classic & Retro Essex to all classic car enthusiasts. Thank you for a job well done!”

“Classic & Retro carried out a 3-month complete rebuild of our 1983 V8 Land Rover County and it has come back looking brand new, as if it has been prepared for an Olympia Motor Show!”