Classic car  restorations and repairs

A nice little Bedford TK 750 in for the full works. Very clean but we inevitably found some tin worm had got in near the steps. Full machanical over haul and a colour change into the customers colours to replicate the lorry’s they used to run when they first started. #hdrestorations #classictrucks #classiccarrestoration #bedfordtk750 #bedfordtktruck #bedfordtk #bedfordtk7ton

Lots of work happening on the AEC. It’s been shot blasted now and given a coat of Etch primer so we can carry on with welding. #hdrestorations #classictrucks #aecmercury #aectrucks #ergomaticcab

Small job on this otherwise really tidy 1988 VW Scirocco Scala last week. Someone had jacked it up on its sills at some point and the corrosion had started under the kit. Cut out the offending areas and replaced with some nice new Zintec steel. The owner is going to repaint the car and build it back up himself. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #vwscirocco #vwsciroccomk2 #vwsciroccoscala

Small job on this otherwise really tidy 1988 VW Scirocco Scala last week. Someone had jacked it up on its sills at some point and the corrosion had started under the kit. Cut out the offending areas and replaced with some nice new Zintec steel. The owner is going to repaint the car and build it back up himself. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #vwscirocco #vwsciroccomk2 #vwsciroccoscala

Onto the next. AEC Ergomatic cab for a 4x2 flat lorry. #hdrestorations #classictrucks #classiccarrestoration #aecergomatic #aecergo

Really nice, clean classic Mini Cooper in for the holes from a previous kit deleted and the wider arches painted and fitted. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #classicmini #classicminicooper #classicminisofengland #classicminisofinstagram

Well as the year comes to an end so does our work on the Stag. That’s as far as we go with it, now back to the owner for the rebuild. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #triumphstag #triumphstagv8 #triumphstagownersclub #triumphstags

Colour change complete on the Stag. Looks a bit better in green. #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #triumphstag #triumphstagv8 #triumphstags #triumphstagownersclub

When the parts are just not available, you have to make them! The water pump was missing on This 1923 Crossley 19.6 so one had to be designed and made as we weren’t even sure how it would have looked originally. This car is 100 years old at the end of December this year and hasn’t seen the light of day for over 40 years. After treating the roof material the roof just folded back without any issues.They literally don’t make them like the used to. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #crossleycarsmanchester #crossleycars #crossley196 #crossley1923

The strip down is complete on this 1975 Mk2 Triumph Stag. It’s in really good condition so a bit of welding to do then take back the layers of paint it’s gained over the years then prep for a full colour change. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #triumphstagv8 #triumphstagownersclub #triumphstag #mk2triumphstag

Well today see’s the end of the Albion project and it’s come along way! We think it looks great in its new colours. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classictrucks #classiccars #albioncheiftan #albiontrucks #albiontruck

Austin Ulster in for chassis paint and protection. You don’t see many of these about. A nice addition to the customers Austin 7 collection. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #austinulsterdpecial #austinulster #austinulsterreplica #austin7special #austin7ulster #austin7 #austin7club

The Crossley has arrived. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #crossleycars

Sneak peek. This is gonna be a nice one! #hdrestorations #classictrucks #carrestoration #albioncheiftan

The Albion has been pulled down, some panels taken back to bare metal, prepared, primed and well on its way for a full colour change. #hdrestorations #classictrucks #albiontruck #albionchieftain

We collected the Corvette C3 originally because it wouldn’t run. After plenty of mechanical work the owner decided to go with a full interior and exterior colour change. We think it turned out really well and delivered it back to another happy customer. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #corvettec3 #corvettefamily

A nice visit from the now completed Austin 7. Nice to see it finished and looking as near original as it did the first time the owner had it. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #austin7chummy #austin7 #austin7racer

Doors and boot mounted and gapped, looking good out in the day light. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #am #corvettec3 #corvette #corvettestingray

As the Corvette C3 nears completion in comes the next project. In for a resto this Albion tipper.

That’s the Corvette in its new coat of Cyber gray. Now to build it back up. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #corvette #corvettestingray #corvettesofinstagram #corvettec3

That’s the C3 in primer. Another step closer. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #corvettestingray #corvette #corvettesofinstagram #corvettec3build #corvettec3stingray #corvettec3

When AM Valet and Detailing give the Jowett their treatment before it leaves. 👌🏻

Back to basics. Fresh paint deserves a fresh start.

Now the Jowett is nearly ready to leave us is it’s time to concentrate on the 1977 Corvette C3. All the machanical work and interior cleaned and colour changed, exhaust made and now to get the previous re sprays off back down to fibreglass and ready for a colour change.

The 1952 Jowett Javelin project is nearing completion just wipers and washer jets to go in and the freshly reupholstered interior to fit and it will be ready for the road, not that the weathers been fit lately.

Exhaust fabrication completed on the Corvette. Sounding good.

Exhaust fabrication kind of a day here at HD Restorations.Tacked up, mocked and ready to take apart and Tig weld. Will give this small block Chevy V8 the sound it should have. Get in touch if you need a custom Stainless exhaust making up for any application.

Had some photos of the HY van project with its new signwriting completed, ready for its new job.

Properly vintage at HD today.

From Minis to Artic Lorry’s we can come and pick up your classic vehicle if it’s not ready for the road, carry out works and deliver it back to you if needed. Just message, call or drop in and see us to discuss your projects. #classictrucks #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #classicford

Collected this lovely E Type Jaguar V12 with or trailer for the customer as it was a non runner. Diagnosed some wiring issues and fully serviced the engine. The uprated fan system needed re wiring and new tyres were supplied and fitted. Recommissioned given a clean and test drive and delivered back for them to enjoy. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #etype #etypejaguar #etypejag #etypev12

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No matter the type or condition of the vehicle, you can be assured we care as much as you do! Give us a call or drop us a message today! #fastford #classiccarrestoration #oldford #hdrestorations #classiccar #ford #carrestorations #classiccarrestorations #carrepairs

Looking forward to seeing one of customers vehicles out on the road as the weather improves. Drop us a message or give us a call to get your car summer ready! #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #austin7 #austin7chummy #austin7club

It’s that time of year again. Rover Vitesse in for a full check over, service and MOT ready for the customer to enjoy when the summer finally arrives! Get in touch if you need your pride and joy recommissioning ahead of this summer. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #rovervitesse #rovervitessev8 #roversd1vitesse #roversd13500v8

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Come and see us at Llandudno Transport Festival - Original Page this weekend. ww.hdrestorations.co.uk #classictrucks #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #car #classiccars #carrestoration #restoration #classicford

Llandudno Transport Festival - Original Page Come and see some of our restored vehicles. Were here all weekend! www.hdrestorations.co.uk #classictrucks #classiccarrestoration #car #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #restoration #classicford #llandudnotransportfestival

Come and see some of our restored vehicles at #llandudnotransportfestival this weekend!!! www.hdrestorations.co.uk #classictrucks #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #car #classiccars #carrestoration #restoration #classicford

ONE OF MY FAVOURITES!!! The Mk2 ex rally car looks a different car to the one that arrived with us in a shall we say “used” state a few months back. It’s had A Pinto fitted, 4 pot Hi-Spec front brakes up front, Cosworth 4wd rear disc brake conversion, new wheels and tyres, a far bit of body work/paint and lots of new bits to make it a nice looking, usable motor. Tidy it right up and another one saved from the brink 👍🏻. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #carrestoration #classicford #mk2escortrallycar #mk2escort #classicrallycar #classicracingcars

Looking forward to seeing one of customers vehicles out on the road as the weather improves. Drop us a message or give us a call to get your car summer ready! #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #austin7 #austin7chummy #austin7club

Bare metalled the body and roof. Panels are back from blasting and now it’s time to start getting them straightened up, welded and fitting correctly. #hdrestorations #classiccars #classiccarrestoration #jowettjavelin #jowett #jowettcars

Even made a bit of time for our own cars today. Cleaned up and cobwebs blown off ✔️. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #classicford #mk2escorts #mk2escortrallycar #mk2escortcosworth #grp4escort

Llandudno ready. Hope to see you there. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classicford #mk1cortina #llandudnotransportfestival

Some of the old crew back in for some TLC before show season. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #classicford #vauxhallchevette #mk1cortina #cortina

Interior on the HY project is nearly there. Final push. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #carrestoration #citreon #citroenhy #citreonhyvan #citreonhycoffeevan

As the Citroen HY van nears its transformation into a Coffee van so the next project arrives. In for a complete restoration this 1952 Jowett Javelin is the second Jowett we’ve had through the door at HD Restorations. Best make a start! #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #jowettjavelin #jowettcars

It’s that time of year again. Rover Vitesse in for a full check over, service and MOT ready for the customer to enjoy when the summer finally arrives! Get in touch if you need your pride and joy recommissioning ready for summer. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #rovervitesse #rovervitessev8 #roversd1vitesse #roversd13500v8

HY Coffee van conversion is moving on. Bit more done today. This has been a major restoration job and it’s in its final stages of completion now. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #citreonhyvan #citroenhy #citroen #citroenhycoffeetruck

Citroen HY Van with the coffee van conversion wiring in. On to fitting the hygiene cladding next. #hdrestorations #carrestoration #classiccarrestoration #citroenhy #citroënhy #citroenhyvan #citroenhycoffeetruck

Recovery job on this morning at HDR. Got it running and back out on the road 👌🏻.

HY on the build up and started on the conversion to a Coffee van. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #hyvan #citroenhy #citroënhy #citroenhyvan #citroenhycoffeetruck

There has been a busy few weeks put in on the HY van restoration but it’s finally starting to take shape. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #restoration #classiccars #citroenhy #citroenhyvan #cateringvan #coffeevan

Primer time for the HY van. Another mile stone reached for the project. #hdrestorations #citroen #citroenhy #citroenhyvan

Rebuild on the Austin 7 completed and the car returned back to it owner to be finished off at home. Can’t wait to see it completed in the spring. Been a joy to work on and happy with the results. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #austin7 #austin7chummy #austin7club

Time to get back at it with three HY van, stripped back to bare metal and a coat of etch primer to protect it while we continue with the body work. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #citroënhy #citroenhyvan #citroenhy #citroenhycoffeetruck

Last job done tonight for this year. Tidied up the chassis on the Austin 7.

Had some visitors today, nice to see a previous project out and being enjoyed. 👌🏻

New carb day! This Mk2 resto is back in this week for a carb upgrade to twin 45 Webbers. And a Faster final drive to make it a bit more road use friendly.

The Austin 7 has been in for its final coats of paint this weekend. Back in its old colours and looking good. #austin7 #austin7chummy #austin7club #austin

Primer time at HD today. Austin 7 one step closer on it’s journey back to the colour it was when the owner had it originally.

After a long wait for panels stuck in customs they have finally arrived and progress is being made on the Citroen HY van this week.

Austin7 in for a colour change this week, body off so we can deliver the chassis back to the customer for a few jobs while we paint the body in it’s original colour.

VW Caddy is back with its owner. Looking tip top again after a tidy up.

We absolutely love classic fords, and by the looks of it, so do our customers! #ford #carrepairs #vintagecar #cortina #classiccar #classiccarrestoration #fastford #fordmodela #car #classiccars #classicford

No matter the type or condition of the vehicle, you can be assured we care as much as you do! Give us a call or drop us a message today! #fastford #classiccarrestoration #oldford #hdrestorations #classiccar #ford #carrestorations #classiccarrestorations #carrepairs

Something rare arrived at HDRestorations today for recommission. Getting on for 100 years old and according to the Jowett owners club the only high top van known to exist. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #jowettcars #jowett #jowettvan

Done some light repairs on this customers very clean Rover 75 this week. It had very slight signs of corrosion showing so he wanted to nip it in the bud before it got hold. We also did a full service on the car and wax oiled it to keep it winter ready. #hdrestorations #rover75 #rover75v6 #rover75club

Escort day. #hdrestorations #mk2escortcosworth #classicford #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #fastford

VW Caddy in this week for a tidy up on the paint. Although this was a real tidy car and the final paint was a very good job, the prep for it was not so the paint was lifting in places and some rust has started to rear it ugly head again. As we all know the devil is in the detail and paint prep is 90% of a good long lasting finish. So the bad areas were stripped back, a few minor repairs, prep and paint. #classicvw #volkswagon #classicvolkswagon #classiccar #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #vw #vwpickup.

Something rare arrived at HDRestorations today for recommission. Getting on for 100 years old and according to the Jowett owners club the only high top van known to exist. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #jowettcars #jowett #jowettvan

Had this really tidy XK8 it this week for recommissioning after being off the road for 10 years. The car was a non runner so we recovered it for the customer and set about checking it over. It had all the brakes striped, cleaned, painted and new discs and pads fitted. It’s had 4 new Michelin tyres fitted by Big Russ Tyres & Autocare. New fuel pump, full service on the engine and gearbox. Also a new headline material fitted as the old one was sagging badly. We have modified the exhaust slightly with bigger tail pipes and MOT tested it ready for use again. AM Valet and Detailing are coming to work their magic on the interior for us then we will deliver it back to the owner. #hdrestorations #xk8 #jaguarxk8 #jaguarxk8coupe #jaguarxk8club

Something rare arrived at HDRestorations today for recommission. Getting on for 100 years old and according to the Jowett owners club the only high top van known to exist. #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccars #carrestoration #jowettcars #jowett #jowettvan

We get all sorts in for restoration here at HD Restorations. #hdrestorations #argacat #8wheeldrive #amphibious

Busy few months here at HDR. Big engines fitted in 8 wheel drive Argo Cat. Bit of welding and painting on an Austin 7, some work on a pick up and a lot of time spent on the on going Mk2 ex rally car freshening and upgrading it. A few last bits and bobs to arrive and some more time and it will finally be ready for it owner to enjoy, it’s come a long way from where it was but has been saved 👍🏻. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #classicford #grp4 #grp4mk2escort #classicrallycar

Tidy Toyota Hi Lux through the garage this week for a bit of body work. Had a bit of corrosion staring in the sill so any rust that was appearing has been removed, new panels fitted, primed and painted along with the tub just to tidy it up. This is now a really nice straight pick up 👌🏻.

Little job done on this nice Austin7 the other week. The spare wheel cover containing the rear number plate had fallen off during transportation so it had a repair a repaint, a new centre light fitted and a small amount of welding the the spare wheel well. #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations #classiccars #carrestoration #austin7 #austin7ruby

Done some light repairs on this customers very clean Rover 75 this week. It had very slight signs of corrosion showing so he wanted to nip it in the bud before it got hold. We also did a full service on the car and wax oiled it to keep it winter ready. #hdrestorations #rover75 #rover75v6 #rover75club

Had this really tidy XK8 it this week for recommissioning after being off the road for 10 years. The car was a non runner so we recovered it for the customer and set about checking it over. It had all the brakes striped, cleaned, painted and new discs and pads fitted. It’s had 4 new Michelin tyres fitted by Big Russ Tyres & Autocare. New fuel pump, full service on the engine and gearbox. Also a new headline material fitted as the old one was sagging badly. We have modified the exhaust slightly with bigger tail pipes and MOT tested it ready for use again. AM Valet and Detailing are coming to work their magic on the interior for us then we will deliver it back to the owner. #hdrestorations #xk8 #jaguarxk8 #jaguarxk8coupe #jaguarxk8club

Start giving your pride and joy the love it deserves!!! Get in touch today! Tel: 07922 644 118 #modernclassic #classiccar #classiccarrestoration #classiccarrestorations #hdrestorations #car #80s90scars #ford #retrorally #rsturbo #fastford #cosworth #retrocar #vwgolf #classiccars #carrestoration #volkswagon #volkswagongolf #restoration

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It was an absolute pleasure to work on this retro Opel Manta as you don't see many of them about these days. In 2007 there were only just over 1200 left in this country. We wonder how many are around now? This car was recommissioned after being stored for over 3 years. Drop us a message or give us a call! #opelmanta #manta240 #vauxhall #manta #hdrestorations #modernclassic #car #classiccars #carrestoration #restoration #classiccarrestoration #modernclassic #classiccarrestorations #classiccar #classicvauxhall

IT'S FUN FACT FRIDAY!!! Dubai police have the world’s fastest police car. The Dubai Police Department’s fleet of 14 supercars includes an Audi R8 and Lamborghini Aventador. However, the fastest police car in the fleet is the Bugatti Veyron. #classiccarrestorations #classicfordclassicford #modernclassic #classiccarrestoration #hdrestorations

Austin K2 on it’s journey back home after having the HDR treatment.

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Just some of the classic and retro vehicles we have had the pleasure of working on. Give your pride and joy some TLC and give us a call today! #hdrestorations #volkswagon #vwgolf #classiccarrestorations #classiccarrestoration #classiccar #fastford #carrestorations #ford #fordrally #mk2escort #vintagecar #oldford #modernclassic

FUN FACT FRIDAY!!! Almost 95% of a car’s lifetime is spent parked. How sad is that? 😢 #car #classiccars #carrestoration #restoration #classicford #classiccarrestoration #classictrucks #hdrestorations

We absolutely love classic fords, and by the looks of it, so do our customers! GIVE US A CALL OR DROP US A MESSAGE TO GIVE YOUR PRIDE AND JOY THE LOVE IT DESERVES! #classicford #ford #carrepairs #vintagecar #cortina #classiccar #classiccarrestoration #fastford #fordmodela #car #classiccars #classicford

Start giving your pride and joy the love it deserves!!! Get in touch today! Tel: 07922 644 118 #modernclassic #classiccar #classiccarrestoration #classiccarrestorations #hdrestorations #car #80s90scars #ford #retrorally #rsturbo #fastford #cosworth #retrocar #vwgolf #classiccars #carrestoration #volkswagon #volkswagongolf #restoration

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FUN FACT FRIDAY! Volkswagen owns twelve well-known car brands from 7 European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, Seat, Skoda, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN. #classiccarrestorations #hdrestorations #classiccar #classiccarrestoration #volkswagon #vwgolf #classiccars #carrestoration #restoration

Meme Monday! Anyone else want this paint finish? #classiccarrestorations #hdrestorations #classiccar #fordrally #fastford #classiccarrestoration #ford #carrestorations

1949 Austin K2 tipper is getting there now. Came in for recommissioning. It had no wiring loom, lights, light brackets, door mechanisms, glass or window regs and wouldn’t run properly. Runs sweet as a nut now 👌🏻. Parts seem very hard to come by but this one is now complete. # #hdrestorations #classiccarrestoration #austink2 #classictrucks #austin

FUN FACT FRIDAY! The world record for removing and replacing a car engine is 42 seconds This record was set by mechanics working on a Ford Escort on 21 November, 1985. Shall we try and beat it??? 😏 #fordcosworth #classiccarrestorations #fastford #ford #fordrally #vintagecar #classiccar #classiccarrestoration #mk2escort #hdrestorations