Recommissioning Classic Cars
If there is one thing we do more of at Classic Collective than anything else, then it is recommissioning classics. Usually the cars have been picked out of collections, or come from an estate sale. Often they have been dormant for years. We know exactly how to mechanically refurbish them so they are safe and reliable.
Fault Finding and Repairs
It all starts with a thorough and methodical check over. By starting at one bumper and finishing at the other we can accurately gauge the condition of not just the car, but 90% of its components too.
We use our Health Checklist as a starting point, but really burrow down to the detail to make sure we have an accurate picture. From there we can build a traffic light report showing you:
- What is dangerous
- What may cause reliability issues
- What areas will cause problems in the medium future
- What can be done simply to improve the car’s condition or originality.
From there you can make your mind up where to spend your money. From Aston Martin DB4’s through to Volvo PV544’s we have resurrected hundreds of classic cars. Come and talk to us about a recommission before or after you own it and we will be happy to help.
- Lights checked
- Engine oil level and condition checked
- Engine compression check
- Engine leak down check
- Engine ran up to temperature, check if electric cooling fans cut in
- Wheels removed, tyres checked for condition, age, tread wear and pressures
- Remove spare tyre and checked for condition, age, tread wear and pressure
- Check wheel hubs/splines for wear and condition
- Check wheel condition, including wheel spokes where wire wheels are fitted
- Check oil breathers
- Inspect brakes for friction material, leaks and function
- Check all driveshaft joints, hubs and ball joints (front and rear)
- Inspect metal brake pipes and flexible pipes for condition/corrosion/leaks
- Check handbrake function
- Underbody corrosion inspection
- Exhaust system inspection, general condition and mounts
- Check gearbox oil for condition and level (suggested change every 5 years)
- Check differential oil for condition and level (suggested change every 5 years)
- Check and top up carburettor dash pots (if SU type fitted)
- Check and replace inline fuel filter
- Check idle/fuel mixture/balance carburettors
- Check air filter(s)
- Check/ spark plugs (suggest change at 2 years)
- Check condition/gap of points/condenser/rotor arm/cap and HT leads
- Check engine timing
- Check drive belt condition and tension
- Inspect coolant pipes & gland hole vent hole under water pump for leakage
- Inspect core plugs for leakage
- Pressure test cooling system
- Check coolant strength (suggested replacement every 2 years)
- Check brake/clutch fluid for level and condition (suggested replacement every 2 years)
- Check windscreen washer fluid, check operation of screen wash jets
- Inspect wiper blade condition and check operation.
- Start engine and check for leaks
- Road test
Get Your Car Booked in Today
With a dedicated service team we can provide a rapid response for servicing and MOT’s. Call us or click the button below to contact us and we can have your classic collected and on the ramp in just 24 hours!
CALL – 01869 221 870