Colmore Classic Auto Care began as a small side workshop on Livery Street, where a few local enthusiasts shared tools, manuals, and patience. Over time, it became a space shaped by habit — soft lighting, cotton cloths, and a steady rhythm of quiet restoration. Every car that enters the bay tells a different story: some are family treasures kept running, others are freshly purchased projects finally finding their form.
The workshop’s purpose is simple: to keep older cars usable and comfortable without losing their original character. Rather than chasing glossy perfection, our team focuses on sympathetic care — mild polishing, preserving natural finishes, and replacing as little as possible. We treat each vehicle as a companion rather than an exhibit.
Our crew includes technicians who’ve spent years in restoration and detailing fields. Ravi Patel oversees service planning and communicates with owners before each visit. Marta Kowalska leads the detailing process, balancing craft with modern technique. Between them stand other specialists who lend a hand when leather cracks, trim fades, or wiring needs a fresh look.
Most work begins with an honest inspection. We’ll note paint condition, metal edges, smell of the interior, and overall behaviour of panels and seals. Then we discuss priorities: whether the goal is preparation for a show, preservation for storage, or just keeping the car ready for a weekend run. Our advice stays practical, avoiding unnecessary replacements or aggressive corrections. Owners appreciate the transparency — a small checklist follows every job so records remain clear for the next season.
Colmore Classic Auto Care also helps connect owners with reliable upholsterers, mechanics, and painters within Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. Although we do not trade parts, we share suppliers who still understand rare fittings and period materials. Every recommendation is based on our own experience, not commission.
We keep the space open for visits by appointment. Each appointment starts with tea, quick conversation about the car’s background, and a gentle look under the bonnet. Our goal is for every client to leave knowing exactly what was done, what remains to be watched, and how to care for the car at home.
Classic ownership is not about chasing perfection — it’s about rhythm, sound, and the feel of moving machinery preserved through care. At Colmore Classic Auto Care, we keep that rhythm alive quietly, one polish, one bolt, one mile at a time.
Address: 28 Livery Street, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham B3 2BP, England
Phone: 441 121 784 613
Email: [email protected]