SETFORD & COMPANY

Setford & Company specialises in high-level engine building, restoration and precision manufacturing for historic and competition cars, with particular expertise across Alfa Romeo, Ferrari and other significant marques. Operating from fully equipped in-house facilities, the business delivers complete control over machining, component manufacture and assembly, supported by the ability to reverse-engineer and recreate obsolete parts, alongside global motorsport support, event logistics and race preparation for clients competing at the highest level. 

Kown for: 

Exceptional engine building and precision engineering, especially within historic Alfa Romeo and Ferrari ownership communities. 

Specialisms:

Engine building and blueprinting

Precision machining

Component manufacture

Historic race engines

Alfa Romeo and Ferrari

Engineering development

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)1489 877868

Southampton, England 

Bob Houghton Ltd specialises in the restoration, servicing and engineering of classic and modern Ferrari models, supported by over 50 years of marque experience. Operating from the Cotswolds, the business has built a globally respected reputation for its work across some of the most significant Ferrari models, combining detailed mechanical knowledge with a strong focus on originality and long-term reliability. With in-house engine and gearbox builds at its core, Bob Houghton Ltd delivers concours-level restorations, race and tour preparation, alongside sales and collection support for a global client base.

Kown for:

Extensive Ferrari expertise across both historic and modern models, combining engine building, restoration and long-term vehicle care.

Specialisms:

Ferrari restoration
Servicing and maintenance
Engine and gearbox rebuilds
Race and tour preparation
Sales and collection support
Private collection care

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)1451 860794

Gloucestershire, England 

NDR Ltd specialises in the restoration, engineering and ongoing support of WO Bentley models, with a strong focus on performance, usability and authenticity. Founded by Neil Davies, the business combines extensive engineering expertise with international rally and race experience, delivering in-house restoration, parts manufacture and technical development from fully equipped facilities.

Kown for:

World-leading expertise in WO Bentleys, combining engineering development with proven rally and race experience.

Specialisms:

Vintage Bentley restoration

Engine and drivetrain builds

Parts manufacture and supply

Performance upgrades

Servicing and maintenance

Sales and consultancy

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)1923 220370

Watford, England 

W.W Heale Historic Motorcar Workshops specialises in the restoration and preservation of pre- and post-war motorcars, with particular expertise in French and Italian marques including Bugatti, Alfa Romeo and Lancia. Founded by Walter Heale, the business delivers research-led, in-house craftsmanship across mechanical, body and period-correct paintwork, with a strong emphasis on originality, authenticity and historically accurate finishes.

Kown for:

Highly detailed, research-driven restorations with a particular strength in period-correct paintwork and preserving originality.

Specialisms:

Pre-war restoration

Period-correct paintwork

Mechanical engineering

Metal work and fabrication

Ash framing and woodwork

Race preparation and maintenance

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)778 775120

Surrey, England 

PT Classics specialises in the restoration, servicing and engineering of classic and vintage cars, with particular expertise in Rolls-Royce, Bentley and Jaguar. Founded in 2010 and based in Maldon, Essex, the family-run business delivers a complete in-house service, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering techniques, supporting enthusiasts, collectors and first-time owners with a global client base.

Kown for:

Comprehensive restoration capability and a strong reputation for traditional craftsmanship across British classic marques.

Specialisms:

Full restoration

Servicing and maintenance

Engine and transmission rebuilds

Coachwork and body restoration

Interior retrimming and trimwork

Carburettor and fuel system upgrades

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)1621 869345

Essex, England 

Colin Clarke Engineering specialises in the service, repair and concours restoration of classic Italian supercars, with particular expertise in Lamborghini, Ferrari and Maserati. Founded in 1985 by Colin Clarke, the business operates from Hertfordshire and combines decades of hands-on experience with detailed historical research, delivering in-house engineering and restoration for a global client base.

Kown for:

Concours-winning restorations and deep expertise in classic Lamborghini and Ferrari engineering, supported by over 35 years of specialist experience.

Specialisms:

Italian supercar restoration

Servicing and maintenance

Engine and gearbox rebuilds

Carburettor tuning and setup

Electrical systems and wiring

Pre-purchase inspections

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)1923 274545

Hertfordshire, England 

Copse Automotive specialises in servicing, diagnostics and performance enhancement for Porsche, supported by experience ranging from main dealer environments to international GT racing. Offering bespoke mapping, suspension setup, motorsport preparation and track support, the business delivers comprehensive technical services alongside pre- and post-purchase inspections, with access to trusted partners for fabrication, paintwork and further bespoke development. 

Kown for:

Porsche-focused diagnostics and performance setup, shaped by experience in both main dealer and racing environments.

Specialisms:

Porsche servicing and maintenance

Diagnostics and fault finding

Performance upgrades and mapping

Suspension setup and geometry
Motorsport preparation

Trackday and race support

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)7935 222522

Surrey, England 

TVR 101 specialises in the servicing, restoration and ongoing care of TVR sports cars, alongside Lotus, Jaguar and other performance marques. Operating from its Surrey workshop, the business has built a strong reputation within the TVR community for its practical, enthusiast-led approach, offering everything from routine servicing to full body-off restorations, supported by decades of hands-on experience and a loyal customer base.

Kown for:

TVR-focused servicing and body-off restorations, delivered with a knowledgeable, community-driven approach.

Specialisms:

TVR servicing and maintenance

Body-off chassis restorations

Engine and mechanical rebuilds

Outrigger replacement and chassis work

Storage and vehicle care

Performance upgrades and modifications

Contact: 

Tel: +44 (0)1420 23603

Hampshire, England