Classic Car Bodywork & Welding Workshop (3-Day Practical Course)

Experience the art of classic car restoration at Brooklands Museum, the birthplace of British motorsport and aviation.

This practical introduction to restoration and repair skills focuses on what’s involved in repairing classic car chassis and bodywork. Under the guidance of our experienced instructor, you’ll gain the confidence to tackle your own restoration projects.

Course Aim:

Learn the skills required to have the confidence to take on your own classic car repairs. You’ll learn to fabricate, weld, and finish steel panels — including making a sill section and repairing dents to within industry standard. With a small class size, we’re able to offer a tailored course led by our experienced team.

Objectives:

📐Apply correct marking-out techniques from technical drawings
🔥 MIG/MAG welding
⚡ Setting up and using a spot welder
🔩 Fabricate a sill section
🪛 Metal finishing dents

Location: Brooklands Museum Flight Shed (Surrey) – KT13 0QN

Duration: 3 days – 09:30 start - 16:00 finish

Tutors: Expert tutor from the repair industry

Total cost: £481.98 including booking, admin, equipment, tools

Who Should Attend

• Classic car enthusiasts wanting to restore their own vehicles
• Beginners or hobbyists looking to build confidence in metalwork and welding
• Anyone interested in traditional bodywork repair and fabrication

What to Bring

• Suitable workshop clothing
• Sturdy footwear (steel toe caps preferred)
• If you wear glasses - please bring them along
• You can buy lunch on site at the cafe or you're welcome to bring your own and use microwave and kettle facilities

Booking Information

Places are limited to ensure individual attention – early booking is recommended.