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After 11 years of owning my 1981 4/4 I am considering a full respray. The paint has cracked up and oxidised a bit on the bonnet, I have cracks and small bubbles on the rear panel, the passenger door needs re-skining, and the car is starting to look a little sad.
However, I can't seem to find a body shop that specialises in classic cars. Does this matter? Can I use any old body shop? Does anyone have any recommendations? Preferably in the Hants/Wilts/Berks area - 30 mile radius of Andover.
Oh - and I need it done by the end of March - for a full summer of touring and work.
Thanks

Specialised Paintwork, Unit 4b, Pincents Kiln, Calcot.
Just off J12 of M4, behind Porsche dealership.

They do insurance work for the Malvern factory, have worked on several Morgan's and are currently rebuilding E Type, Lancia, several Porches and specialise in Lotus. www.specialisedpaintwork.com

Phone Alan or Carl (his son, its a family business) 0118 9306 206. There is usually a cup of tea on offer when you visit.

Hope this is of help

carchick No, any old bodyshop certainly will not do! Neither will a shop specialising in modern classics, of whatever pedigree. You really ought to go to a top re-furbishment outfit like Melvyn Rutter or BHM. 1981 was in the absolute nadir of Morgan build-quality when a dollop of "blacking" was the order of the day!! I fear a bit more than a re-spray will be found to be required, notably in the woodwork department. Festina Lente and best of luck.