Real projects, real transformations - here's what we've been wrenching on lately
We don't just fix cars, we bring 'em back to life. Each project here's got its own story - some came in barely running, others just needed that extra kick. Take a look and see what we've been up to in the shop.
This one sat in a barn for 15 years, came to us with more rust than metal honestly. Stripped her down to bare bones, replaced floor pans, quarter panels, the works. Engine got a complete rebuild too - now she purrs like she did back in '78.
"Thought my dad's old Porsche was done for. These guys proved me wrong - it's better than new now. Worth every penny and then some."
- Marcus T., VancouverCustomer wanted serious power but reliable for daily use - tough balance but we nailed it. Custom turbo setup with full ECU mapping, upgraded fuel system, beefed up internals. Went from 333hp to 520hp at the wheels. Dyno charts don't lie.
"Holy crap, this thing's a monster now! Still smooth as butter but kicks like a mule when you get on it. Best money I've spent on any car."
- Devon K., BurnabyGrinding gears, slipping in 3rd - classic symptoms of a tired transmission. Tore it down and found worn synchros, damaged bearings. Full rebuild with upgraded clutch pack while we were in there. Shifts like factory fresh now, maybe even better.
"Was gonna trade it in but they convinced me to fix it instead. So glad I listened - saved thousands and got my smooth shifting back."
- Sarah M., RichmondThese old Mercs are bulletproof if you treat 'em right. This one got neglected for years - seized injectors, gunked up fuel system, interior was rough. We brought her back from the dead. New injectors, full fuel system flush, cleaned up the interior, fixed all the vacuum leaks these are famous for.
"My grandfather's old Benz was sitting dead in my garage. These guys got it running and looking amazing. He'd be proud to see it now."
- James R., SurreyOwner tracks this thing on weekends, needed proper suspension to match the power mods. Installed adjustable coilovers, did a full corner balance, dialed in the alignment for track use. Thing handles like it's on rails now - way better than stock ever was.
"Cut 2 seconds off my lap times at Mission! The difference is night and day. Still comfy enough for daily driving too."
- Alex P., CoquitlamStarted with the basics - bigger intercooler, high-flow downpipe, intake system. Then we tuned the ECU to wake up that 2.0T. These little motors respond so well to tuning. Customer's grinning ear to ear every time he hits boost now.
"Can't believe how much power was hiding in there! Totally transforms the car. Should've done this years ago."
- Chris L., VancouverPaint was oxidized beyond buffing, some dents and dings from 50+ years on the road. Stripped to bare metal, fixed all the bodywork, laid down fresh paint in the original Acapulco Blue. Wet sanded and polished till it's like glass. This pony's ready to show.
"Won 1st place at the local car show last month! The paint job is absolutely flawless. Thanks for bringing my dream car back."
- Robert D., LangleyDirect injection diesels get carbon buildup like crazy. This Q7 was losing power, rough idle, poor fuel economy. We did a full intake manifold cleaning, EGR service, new glow plugs. Night and day difference - runs smooth and strong again.
"Dealership wanted to replace half the engine. These guys cleaned it properly and saved me like $4000. Runs perfect now."
- Patricia W., DeltaGot a project in mind? Let's talk about what we can do for your ride.
Get In TouchWe've been doing this long enough to know that every car that rolls through our bay has history. Some come in barely running, others just need that extra something. Whether it's a full frame-off restoration or dialing in some extra ponies, we treat each project like it's our own.
What you see here's just a sample. We've worked on everything from daily drivers to weekend warriors to full-blown show cars. If you're thinking about bringing your car in, give us a shout - we'd love to add your ride to our success stories.