Classic Car Recommissioning
Returning stored, dormant, inherited and unfinished classics safely to the road.
A car that has sat for years isn't just a car that needs a battery. Fuel goes off, rubber perishes, brakes seize and rodents move in. Whether it's been stored, inherited or left half-finished, we bring it back to the road methodically and safely.
We start by finding out what's changed since the car last ran, then work through the systems in the right order — so you aren't paying for a new engine because a tank of stale fuel was left in place.
What Recommissioning Covers
- Fuel system — tank, lines, pump and carburettors checked, cleaned or renewed as needed
- Oil, filter and all fluids renewed, with the engine turned over by hand before it is started
- Brakes and clutch hydraulics inspected for seizure, leaks and perished hoses
- Cooling system flushed and checked, hoses and belts assessed
- Battery, charging and starting systems tested; wiring checked for damage
- Tyre age and condition, suspension and steering inspection
- A full underbody check for corrosion and structural concerns
- Road test and a written report with a prioritised list of further work
How It Works
Tell us the history
How long it has been stood, how it was stored, and anything you know about its condition.
We assess it properly
A thorough inspection to find out what the car needs before anything is started.
You decide the scope
A clear written report with priorities, so you can choose what to do now and what can wait.
Back on the road
Work carried out carefully, followed by a road test and final checks.
Pricing
Every classic is different, so we quote once we know what the car needs. Any additional work found along the way is discussed with you before we proceed.