Posts In: Rust Repairs

Repaint for 1993 Rover Mini Cooper

1993 Rover Mini Cooper in the booth got a paint over the existing, after some extensive rust repairs. We have retained the British flag on the roof. We can’t wait to see it when it goes back to its original bright red paint finish.

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Alfa Romeo GT – Engine Bay Restoration

The Polished Aluminum rocker cover really sets off this engine bay restoration on this Alfa Romeo GT 2000 Junior

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1986 Land Rover Defender

1986 Land Rover Defender collected on site, coming into the workshop for some TLC and a possible engine swap.

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John Wick – Ford Mustang Mach 1

Final preparation and detailing to this beautiful Ford Mustang Mach 1, before it heads down to the 2026 Ayrburn Classic

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1979 Morris Mini 1275 GT Restoration

This cool little 1979 Morris Mini 1275 GT has been through a full bare metal rebuild, ground up restoration with a rebuilt engine and a full custom interior. The owner was stocked to collect it late last week.

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Custom cut Vinyl decals

Custom cut Vinyl decals for the mighty Mini 1275 GT. We can cut and or print any classic automotive decals, or even custom ones too.

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Spoilt for Choice

Great selection of vehicles at the workshop this week. Covering a wide range of services. Which car one would you choose for the weekend.

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1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE

A stunning Mercedes-Benz 280 CE in for some minor rust work and paint touch ups. The owner was over the moon, and it’s back on the road again.

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VW Kombi – Rock & Roll Bed – LVVTA

A 1966 Volkswagen Kombi in for some upgrades. One of which is the installation of a rock and roll bed to meet LVVTA certification requirements.

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Restored Motorcycle Fuel Tank

This fully restored 1923 Triumph Motorcycle petrol and oil tank has been an exciting one for the team. Lots of little challenges and details from a hundred years of use and repairs, now back in line with the owner’s instructions and a new Triumph logo. We can’t wait to see it once it’s been installed.

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1979 Pontiac Trans Am Firebird

A behind the scenes look at what’s involved in archiving that perfect mirror finish paint job on a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Firebird. Flatting the body, treating small areas to ensure the paint is smooth and the reflection, once polished flows over it, just like glass

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1973 Volkswagen Beetle

A 1973 Volkswagen Beetle 1303 in for some minor rust repairs. Rust is gone, and it’s time to get this tidy happy car back to its owner.

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1966 Ford Mustang in New Zealand Classic Car

So cool to see Gordie’s beautiful 1966 Ford Mustang that we worked on featured in the latest New Zealand Classic Car Magazine.

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ID Buzz & KEV The EV Kombi

With the launch of Volkswagens new ID buzz featured in this month’s New Zealand AutoCar magazine. Kev, the Kombi, was also featured right beside it. This 1966 classic was brought back to life by our team at The Surgery and converted to electric in an old meets new tribute to a true icon

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The Surgery Classic & Performance is New Zealand's premier classic automotive restoration and performance vehicle workshop. Specialising in restoration, coachbuilding, customisation and automotive detailing from their studio based in Kenepuru, Porirua. Providing LVVTA compliance, structural rust fabrication, panel beating, and concourse-grade paint finishes for vehicle enthusiasts and collectors nationwide