Classic Cars

Are you the proud owner of a classic car? Are you seeking the services of a local garage that specialises in working on classic vehicles? Then consider your search over as you’ve discovered Trickett Welding – the number one motor vehicle welding, rejuvenation, and restoration specialist in Poole. We’re a family-run business with more than 45 years of experience.

What we don’t know about classic car servicing, repairs, and restorations isn’t worth knowing. We take immense pride in keeping our customers’ vehicles in full working order, from 4x4s to commercial vans, campervans, motorhomes, cars, etc. From minor repairs and a spot of TLC to put the shine back into your motoring to a complete restoration from the ground up, we can do it all! We offer a courtesy vehicle collection and return service, and courtesy cars are also available.

You can be assured of exceptional workmanship at affordable prices when you contact Trickett Welding. To get started, phone us on 01202 625050.

The Importance of Classic Cars Servicing

There’s no denying that classic cars have a certain charm and appeal that you don’t get with modern vehicles. Perhaps it’s the pristine paint job, retro curves, or the nostalgia, but classic cars provoke a reaction from everyone, even those who aren’t self-confessed car fanatics. And as the years go by, classic cars only get more and more popular.

Most classic cars require more attention than modern vehicles, which makes sense considering most have been around for decades, and some are approaching a century in age. Time takes its toll, with small issues developing that can escalate if not dealt with promptly. That’s why it’s so important to have a classic car regularly serviced, even if the mileage is low. In fact, we at Trickett Welding recommend a classic car servicing every 3,000 miles.

Here are five reasons why you should book your classic car in for regular servicing with trained professionals like the Trickett Welding team:

Protects Your Investment
Saves You Money
Gets You an Expert Opinion
Improves Reliability
Ensures Safety

If you’re buying a classic car to be kept in the family, regular servicing is crucial to maintain it for future generations. And if you’re looking to sell the vehicle for future profit, servicing ensures your investment stays in tip-top condition, enabling you to get the best price.

Regular servicing allows for the identification of underlying issues, enabling professionals to correct them before they worsen. Avoiding repairs saves money, as classic cars are often costlier to fix than modern ones. This is the case because the parts needed are often hard to come by, and you’ll need the services of specialist mechanics who understand classic vehicles.

Getting your vehicle serviced by Trickett Welding provides assurances you’ll always receive an expert opinion. Feel free to ask questions and voice concerns, and you’ll receive the opinion of someone who knows classic cars through and through.

Classic cars can be somewhat less reliable than modern vehicles – they are old, which must be taken into account. But with regular servicing, any niggles can be addressed, keeping your classic motor purring away like a well-oiled machine for many more years to come.

Lastly, regular servicing ensures safety for you, your passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians. Your vehicle might be running fine, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a potentially serious problem waiting to strike. Keep on top of these problems by getting your classic car regularly serviced at Trickett Welding.

No.1 in Classic Cars Services

Here at Trickett Welding, we live and breathe classic cars. For us, what we do isn’t just a job; it’s a lifelong passion and one we’re privileged to keep on doing. In our years of operation, we’ve built up our services, expanding our capabilities to cater to as many customers as possible. Today, we proudly offer the following core services:

This is by no means an exhaustive list of our capabilities, and rest assured that we service ALL makes and models, not just MINIs and Alfa GTVs. If there’s a service that you’re interested in that’s not been listed above, give Trickett Welding a call.

Classic Cars Repairs

We’re committed to providing reliable, long-lasting, invisible repairs, restoring any classic motor to pristine condition. Whether your vehicle has been swiped or collided into, we have the welding expertise to provide seamless repairs.

Customers can be assured of exceptional value for money and that all repair work will be completed to a high standard. We stake our reputation on our classic car repairs and are happy to provide FREE estimates for repairs on-site.

We offer fast and friendly service and guarantee that, once you try us, you’ll never want to go anywhere else for services that include:

Restorations
Servicing/Mechanical Repairs
Accident Repairs
MOT Repairs
Waxoyl Treatment
Collection & Delivery by Arrangement

Classic Cars Restoration

At Trickett Welding, we always carry a stock of cars awaiting restoration or improvement to varying degrees. You simply select a base car, specify colours and the required restoration standard, and we’ll provide you with a written quotation and time scale. It can usually take around six months to a year to complete a restoration, and we welcome you to visit us to inspect our progress whenever you like.

Classic MINIs Servicing

The classic MINI is easily the most recognisable symbol of British motoring culture. When we think of the iconic MINI, we envision the Union Jack and the British Bulldog, and many of us recall the Italian Job with Michael Caine.

While many newer models of the MINI have been released over the decades, many customers are still drawn to the original MINI. We receive numerous requests for restored classic MINIs, and many customers actively bring their classic MINIs to us for servicing.

Rest assured that, regardless of the make and model, we’ll exceed your expectations. Our servicing team will get right down to the nuts and bolts, ensuring your classic MINI is working at peak performance.

Alfa GTV Full Service

In addition to all other makes and models, Trickett Welding offers full service for customers who own Alfa GTVs.

Whether your Alfa GTV needs fixing, requires servicing, or is in need of restoration, bring it along to our garage in Poole. We accept all Alfa GTV vehicles, whether standard, modified, old, or new.

For more details about our Alfa GTV capabilities, give the team at Trickett Welding a call today.

Why Choose Trickett Welding for Your Classic Car Servicing, Repairs and Restoration?

Graham Trickett founded Trickett Welding in 1977, and in those early days, he welded anything and everything in his home-based workshop. A year later, Graham decided to re-focus the business, specialising in motor vehicle repairs. A year after that, Nigel Trickett joined the business aged 16. Over the next 21 years, the business went from strength to strength.

Today, we boast Dorset’s best classic car repair, servicing, welding, and restoration facilities. Our site has expanded to include a workshop extension, built in 2011, a low-bake spray booth oven, added in 2013, and a purpose-built building to dry store vehicles, added in 2020. As our site has grown, so too have our capabilities.

Today, our company is led by our directors – Nigel, Graham, and Christine Trickett. They oversee our highly trained and skilled team of employees who all share their passion for classic vehicles. Customers that come to Trickett Welding can expect exemplary service, excellent value for money, and results that speak for themselves.

We welcome public and trade enquiries. If you have a classic car or would like to invest in having one restored, we’d love to hear from you. Choose a company that’s proud to be a member of the Buy with Confidence scheme and the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) for complete peace of mind.

Other Services

We’re committed to providing our customers with the widest range of service options. Our range of services is extensive and includes:

These are in addition to the repairs and restoration services mentioned above. If you’d like more details, click on the respective service pages on our website or give Trickett Welding a call today. A member of our team will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Contact Us Today!

So, Trickett Welding is the ticket if you’re looking for a company that specialises in classic car restorations, repairs, and servicing. Remember that our team has plenty of skill and expertise working with classic cars of all ages, makes, and models. Whether you’ve dragged an old car out of mothballs, are looking to restore a base option, or your motor needs repairs, servicing, or an MOT, we’ve got you covered.

Our team is always here to talk shop about our excellent classic car repairs and our other great services. If you have any questions about our process or how we can help you, all you need to do is get in touch.

The quickest way to reach out to us is by picking up the phone and calling our team on 01202 625050. Alternatively, complete our online contact form or email info@trickettweldingltd.co.uk if you’d prefer to reach us using a written method.