What better way for the team to unwind after a busy year, then an axe-throwing competition. The guys at Sweet Axe Throwing Co were awesome, I’m sure they will see some of us back there very soon. Axe throwing builds up an appetite, after a good feed, we finished off the evening with a few rounds of pool.
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No rest for us this weekend, as John prepares for the weekend in Christchurch to attend the 2019 NZ Detailers conference. Staying up to date with all the latest developments in the detailing industry, allowing the team at the Surgery to deliver our clients the best results.
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It’s been a busy year so far our team, existing and many new projects challenging us every step of the way. Due to how the bank holidays lined up this year, we thought it best to close our doors so everyone could enjoy the Easter break. It’s just a short rest for our team, so they are refreshed and ready to get back into it at the start of May.
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Can’t complain when you look out at the workshop and see the strong lines of an original Australian built Chrysler Charger R/T. Can’t wait till its ready to go, and we can hear that awesome 6 pack Hemi
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Last week we hosted the Wellington region Mazda MX5 Club at The Surgery for a workshop tour. It was a great turn out with around 20 Mazda MX5’s. We took them through the workshop showcasing all of the projects we are currently working on this year. We wrapped up with a car care demonstration which showcased the latest innovation from CarPro
Read moreThe first round of the 2018 Surgery Sprints kicked off with perfect weather and a great turnout of over 80 racecars. Many seasoned faces and many new ones too. Great day had by all, can’t wait to see you all again in round 2
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We have all heard about them, but what are they and how do they work. These coatings are called Ceramic Coatings or Nano-Ceramic Coatings and they are designed to become a protective layer between your vehicle and the elements. They can help stop fading or dulling of paint which can add value to your vehicle. If you’re considering investing in one of these coatings, it’s important to get the facts straight. So we have taken some time putting together some questions and answers for you.
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We are excited to announce the start of our new Newsletter in 2018. Where you can get updates on The Surgery and all of the exciting projects we are working on throughout the year. It can be a great reason for you to sit back have a coffee and enjoy a well-earned break. Please sign up HERE
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2017 has been a great year for the team at The Surgery. A lot of projects have been turned around and we could not have done it without the hard work of every member of the team. As a thank you for the hard work and to blow off some steam, we took the entire team to Boomrock yesterday Some of the guys who had not shot before, where a bit apprehensive. But once they gave it a go, they got right into it. What an amazing
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The Surgery is proud to announce that we are now partnered with Finer Detailers and the Detail Depot. Finer Details is Wellingtons only IDA recognised automotive detailer. And Detail Depot is a supplier of premium quality detailing product available in New Zealand. The Surgery delivers only the very best results to our customers, and to do this we need to work with the very best the industry has to offer. All of the services and products from Finer Details and Detail Depot now available in
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Did you know that The Surgery offers a wide range of Premium Car Storage Solutions within the Wellington region? If you’re stuck for space and need to store your weekend toy, motorbike, classic or even race car. We can offer a wide range of secure solutions, to meet every customer’s requirements. Follow the link to see our vehicle storage options. LINK
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The road into this story is a long and winding one, which begins when three of the Muir brothers — Tony, Neville, and Guy — began developing a 121-lot subdivision in Ngaio, Wellington, in 1970. Tony initially owned a 1965 Land Rover, and, in 1968, he and Guy purchased two new Austin Gipsys, originally designed as competitors to the Landy. In 1976, the brothers replaced the Gipsys with two new Toyota Land Cruisers (these days referred to as ‘FJ40s’), and, in 1978, the three brothers
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When David Burke-Kennedy went to visit the owner of this beautifully restored Triumph Herald, he was surprised in more ways than one. You can’t help smiling when you reach the end of the long driveway to Andrew Cowsill’s pristine 19th-century house. His shinier-than-new 1968 Triumph Herald sits beaming proudly in front of it — as if to upstage the beautifully restored and landscaped villa. If this was being written for a classic house, garden, and car magazine, you’d be hard-pressed to know which to focus
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This Rover SD1 has been part of Michael Ahie’s family since his grandfather drove it o the showroom floor over 30 years ago. He shares the story of returning the Rover to its former glory The bright-metallic-green Rover SD1 looked like something from outer space — well, it did to me when I first saw it at the end of our driveway with my grandfather at the wheel. Growing up in a small rural community in Taranaki in the 1970s, my grandfather’s new Rover SD1
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