Classic Car Restoration
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The most connected Restoration Service in the UK. Blending technology, people and heritage.
Based in Derby, AutoRARA delivers award-winning classic car restorations through an unrivalled in-house service. From fabrication, paint, trim and engine building to final mechanical refinement, every stage is managed under one roof by specialist craftsmen.
Our fully covered UK transport service ensures every vehicle arrives in expert hands, wherever you are. Supported by connected technology, clients enjoy real-time updates, direct communication, and detailed Build Diaries documenting each milestone. With industry-leading project management and our exclusive leather-bound Build Book, AutoRARA transforms restoration into a living story.
As Concours of Elegance winners, and regularly featured in Evo, Classic & Sports Car, and Octane, we set new standards in modern heritage restoration.
Expert Assessment
Every great car restoration begins with clarity. Our non-invasive assessment combines heritage knowledge with modern project management to outline exactly what your car needs. You’ll receive a transparent roadmap tailored to your vehicle, budget, and ambitions—setting the stage for success.
Enjoy your Restoration Journey
At AutoRARA, car restoration is a shared experience. Our artisans, engineers, technicians, and project managers collaborate with you through every stage — fabrication, paint, trim, engine, and mechanical. Connected via our bespoke app with live updates and milestone reviews, your journey builds provenance and prestige from first weld to final polish.
Car Restoration Build Book
The AutoRARA Build Book is the only one of its kind — a handcrafted, leather-bound record celebrating both car and craft. Promoting heritage at the heart of our service, it tells the complete story of the restoration journey, capturing the people, skill, and passion behind every detail from workshop to road.
Your Classic Car Restoration Journey
From expert assessment to immersive collaboration and a handcrafted Build Book, our award-winning team transforms restoration into an experience defined by heritage, transparency, and lasting provenance.
Expert Assessment
Every restoration at AutoRARA begins with a professional, transparent assessment — the foundation of what we call The Restoration Journey. Based in Derby, our team of specialists examines each vehicle with precision and care, using non-invasive inspection methods wherever possible. This stage is about understanding, not disassembly: capturing every detail of your car’s condition, originality, and historical significance before the first tool is turned. Our in-house experts in fabrication, paint, trim, engine building, and mechanical engineering collaborate from the outset to create a comprehensive restoration plan that respects both heritage and performance. Combined with industry-leading project management and detailed reporting, this initial stage sets the tone for the craftsmanship and communication that follow — ensuring you know exactly what’s required to return your classic car to its best.
Enjoy Your Restoration Journey
At AutoRARA, restoration is a shared experience between client and craftsman. Our collaborative approach brings together artisans, engineers, technicians, and project managers — and you — in one transparent, connected process. Every stage of fabrication, paint, trim, engine building, and mechanical refinement happens in-house, under one roof in Derby, ensuring control and consistency throughout. Through our bespoke app, you’ll receive live updates, milestone imagery, and direct communication with your project manager, allowing you to witness progress in real time. Structured review points give confidence and clarity, while our projects frequently feature at prestigious shows, events, and in publications including Evo, Octane, and Classic & Sports Car. This unique combination of craftsmanship, connectivity, and recognition makes your restoration journey not just informative but truly memorable — building provenance and story alongside perfection.
Lasting Build Book
The AutoRARA Build Book is the only one of its kind in the industry — a handcrafted, leather-bound record that preserves the full story of your restoration journey. More than a collection of photographs, it is a celebration of heritage, artistry, and human dedication. Each book documents the car’s transformation in detail, from the first assessment to the final concours polish, enriched with imagery, workshop notes, and insights from the craftsmen and engineers who brought it back to life. It’s a tangible legacy that connects owner, car, and creator — an heirloom that ensures your vehicle’s provenance is documented for generations. In a world where so much is digital and disposable, the AutoRARA Build Book stands as a timeless expression of the passion and precision behind every restoration.
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