I’m restoring my 1964 FHC and need a body shop to replace/repair lots of rusty sheet metal - floors, sills, toe boxes, boot floor, valences, door shut faces, door skins, rear wheel arches and lots more. I’ve gotten a few recommendations from other local E-Type owners and pulled a couple of others from J-L, but I’m having trouble finding someone who’s got space in their schedule in the not-too-distant future.
Appreciate any recommendations in VA, DC, MD or nearby states.
Thanks.
I’d settle for someone with an English wheel near us Bob…
Chuck at Monocoque Metalworks would be my #1 choice for this type of work in your neck of the woods. Call him and find out what his schedule is looking like, but I suspect he is backed up for quite a while.
I have never dealt with him, but I understand Lippincott in Pennsylvania restores E Types. But check him out yourself.
http://www.lippincottsgarage.com/index.html
Maybe some others know of his work.
Tom
Abacus Racing in Virginia Beach. (757) 363-8878
Well worth a call.
Have you tried Greg Weldy, Bob?
7091 Mink Hollow Rd, Highland, MD, 20777. Call 301-717-1617
Ship your Jag to Muncie Imports & Classics (Muncie, IN). They’re specialists in this type of work. Check out their website.
Alan
N.J.
+1 for Greg Weldy for the body repairs, although I think he may already have the car?
Still drawing a blank on English wheel skills though…
Bill Gassman in Waynesboro, VA may be an option.
Is this from personal experience??
Anyone else use their restoration services?
Yes…I had my ‘64 OTS restored by them 12 years ago and the car still looks and drives like new. It’s not unusual to see a dozen E-types in their shop at any given time.
Alan
N.J.
Thanks, that’s just the kind of data I’m looking for.
Did you work with Tom Allen?
I’d like to chat more offline if you don’t mind.
Yes…Tom Allen was the project manager on my 16-month restoration. He’s a very capable guy and a straight-shooter.
I’d be happy to discuss this further privately…send me a message or email me at: alanlopena@hotmail.com.
Alan
N.J.
To All - Thanks for the recommendations.
Bob
I’ve used Lippincott’s Garage for my car - he is without peer. A great family, honest and knowledgeable.
His work speaks for itself IMHO.
I couldn’t agree more. I took my car to Terry in May 2020 and got it back in December. Here’s the result:
That looks fantastic!
