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Classic Car Restoration

Classic Car Restoration

Award-winning classic car restoration specialists in Derby, serving clients across the UK. Complete in-house builds, project management and live updates.

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Classic Car Assessment

Professional classic car assessments in Derby, giving owners clear diagnostics, photographic evidence and a practical plan before repair or restoration begins.

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Restomod

Bespoke classic car restomod design and build in Derbyshire, combining period character with modern performance, engineering and in-house craftsmanship.

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Club Sport

A bespoke clubsport development programme for classic and modern classic cars, engineered for confident road use and repeatable track performance.

Future Classic Cars

Future Classic Cars

A dedicated service for future classic cars, helping owners preserve analogue driving experience, ownership continuity, and long-term value through reversible enhancement.

Classic Car Garage in Derby

Classic Car Garage in Derby

Classic car servicing, repairs and specialist mechanical work in Derby. Trusted local care for vintage, classic and modern classic cars.

Classic Car Paint

Classic Car Paint

Precision, control and craft. Our Classic Car Paint restoration process delivers flawless, show-ready finishes with verified quality.

Classic Car Fabrication

Classic Car Fabrication

Classic car fabrication in Derbyshire, from localised rust repairs to hand-formed panels and structural restoration, delivered by Auto RARA’s in-house team.

Car Interior Trim

Car Interior Trim

Bespoke classic car interior trim and upholstery in Derby, from period-correct repairs to full concours interiors, handcrafted in-house by Auto RARA.

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