Lux Classics restoration, concours preparation and
vehicle detailing projects

We have been in the restoration business for many years, and have had the pleasure of working with the best Classic Cars in the world for discerning owners to realise their dreams. Whether a simple re-paint or a bespoke restoration, experience indicates the best results are always achieved when the owner and restorer work together and achieve a mutual understanding of the project.

A selection of projects in progress and past completed projects are featured below.

Restoration hardback books

As a keepsake for our clients, with every restoration we produce a large hardback book as a pictorial retrospective of the whole restoration process. Take a look at our gallery below to view our latest books in PDF format.

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Latest Projects

Final Gyeon Detail

Jan 29th 2024 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

From the first decontamination wash to the final 2-stage Q2 Infinite Type 1 ceramic coating, this 1962 Porsche 356B has been subject to a comprehensive detail. Professional Gyeon products formulated for specific areas of the vehicle have been used to enhance and protect the wheels, tyres, paint, glass, interior trim,...

1962 Porsche 356b Rally Preparation Final Detail

Gyeon Q2 PPF EVO

Jan 29th 2024 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

The vinyl decals are protected from road grime and UV light with Gyeon Q2 PPF EVO – a flexible one layer coating offering excellent self-cleaning properties and slick, hydrophobic protection.

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Gyeon Q2 Infinite Type 1 ceramic coating

Jan 29th 2024 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

With this 2-stage Gyeon ceramic coating, Lux Detailing can achieve complete protection against road grime adhering to paintwork and protection from damaging UV. The first application of Q² Infinite Base Type 1 with its chemical resistant properties is then sealed and enhanced by Q² Infinite TopCoat Type 1 to achieve...

1962 Porsche 356b Rally Preparation Ceramic Coating

Gyeon Q2 Cleanse and Q2 Repel glass detailing

Jan 29th 2024 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

After wash and decontamination with a clay bar, we detail the glass through a 2-stage process: Gyeon Q² Cleanse, a silica-rich polishing agent prepares the surface to bond with Gyeon Q² Repel, a hydrophobic glass coating forming a durable, fully transparent coating to repel water. Road spray simply beading off...

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Gyeon detailing products

Jan 29th 2024 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

From the first decontamination wash to the final 2-stage Q2 Infinite Type 1 ceramic coating – the complete line up of professional Gyeon products we used to achieve a stunning finish.

1962 Porsche 356b Rally Preparation Gyeon Products

The Rally

Jul 19th 2023 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

After our full rally preparation, including cosmetic and mechanical upgrades to this delightful 1962 Porsche 356B, it has successfully completed this year’s Terre di Canossa Rally – a demanding 600km adventure on stunning Italian roads through magical landscapes and enchanting villages.

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Completion

Jul 19th 2023 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

Stunning retro race look achieved with the final preparation for this year’s Terre di Canossa Rally. Mechanical and cosmetic upgrades include an uprated engine with Weber carburettors, all round conversion to disc brakes with new lines and master cylinder, half roll cage, Carrera bucket seats, removal of the bumpers, and...

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Enhancement and protection detailing

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

We only ever use the best products to ensure the best results. After paint correction and enhancement detailing, a 2-stage GYEON Q² INFINITE BASE TYPE 1 and Q² INFINITE TOPCOAT ceramic coating was applied to encapsulate the paint. This creates a durable layer to prevent contamination adhering to the paint,...

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Engine bay detail

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

Full decontamination and degrease of the entire engine bay. All exposed surfaces were treated to retain a natural look while providing protection against fading of plastics and protection of plated surfaces. Final finishing detailing carried out using professional quartz based Gyeon Q2 Trim.

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Bodywork

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

Any panels requiring repair were removed, repaired and repainted as required. Headlamp lenses were also refurbished. The paintwork on the entire car was then professionally corrected and enhanced, prior to final detailing and ceramic coating by our in-house Lux Detailing team.

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Interior

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

Entire interior stripped and every component cleaned and decontaminated. Areas of worn leather were recolonised using specialist application of colorant, and the silver trim panels were all repainted. As a finishing touch, the rubberised ‘sticky’ switches were all removed and refurbished before returning to the now fully detailed and protected...

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Tool kit

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

Cracked and broken leather tool kit securing straps repaired and renewed as required, together with a full refurbishment of the original tool kit, now safely stowed in the spare wheel well.

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Soft top refurbishment

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

The full refurbishment of the mechanism and canvas included repair works, welding and realignment of the frame, a full bleed of the hydraulic system, deep cleaning and fitting of new elastics and rubbers to the completed assembly.

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Cambelts and pulleys

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

Cambelts replaced and set up with upgraded Hill Engineering bearings, tensioners and pulleys. The water pump was also renewed together with a refurbished alternator.

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Clutch replacement

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

After removal of the gearbox to gain access, the original worn clutch assembly was replaced with an upgraded Hill Engineering unit including new thrust bearing, clutch slave and starter gear.

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Gearbox removal

Jul 13th 2023 | Category: 2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

After the appropriate body panels were taken off, the rear end was carefully dismantled revealing the core chassis construction. This allowed works to be carried out, and provided full access to the transmission to aid the gearbox removal in preparation for the clutch replacement.

Ferrari 360 Spider Gearbox Removal Images9

Rally Preparation: brakes upgrade

Mar 3rd 2023 | Category: 1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

In preparation for the Terre di Canossa Rally, a demading 600km adventure through magical Italian landscapes, we have just replaced and upgraded the original drums with disc brakes on the front and rear. These will provide a stronger, more consistent performance with more efficient heat dissipation. As a matter of...

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Overview of entire restoration

Dec 9th 2022 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Full Restoration

Full Restoration 1. Overview Mercedes-Benz 190SL The Mercedes-Benz 190SL and the 300SL made history at the New York International Motor Sports Show in February 1954 as the first new production Mercedes to be unveiled outside Germany. It was no coincidence that New York was selected as the stage for the...

Lux Classics 1960 Mercedes Benz 190sl Restoration Images

Restoration and preservation

Nov 24th 2022 | Category: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster

Recently sold by us, this exceedingly rare 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster with matching Fire Engine Red removable hard top is now in our workshops under restoration and preservation. Recommissioning of the sublime 240 hp 2,996 cc straight 6 is taking place alongside sympathetic exterior restoration works, and rejuvenation of the...

Lux Classics 1957 Mecedes Benz 300sl

Signature Detail

Sep 23rd 2022 | Category: Porsche 911 GT3 Signature Detail

Our client is meticulous in the approach to the care and maintenance of this Porsche GT3. With our proven professional work ethic using only market leading products, he felt totally comfortable entrusting Lux Detailing to carry out this full detail. The stunning results were achieved through a three-stage paint correction...

Lux Classics Porsche Gt3 Gyeon Complete Detail Images

Protection Detailing

Sep 23rd 2022 | Category: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Protection Detailing

Lux Detailing offer bespoke detailing packages for your vehicle, and can prepare it for shows and concours events. To protect the paint on this 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL we’re applying a market-leading GYEON Q² Infinite Base Type 1 ceramic coating to enhance the deep black gloss shine. In addition to the...

Lux Classics 1957 Mecedes Benz 190sl Black Gyeon Ceramic Coating Detailing Images

Fit up

Aug 25th 2022 | Category: Mercedes-Benz 190SL Blue Grey

Our Blue Grey DB166 190SL is nearing the end of its restoration. Re-plated chrome trim is carefully refitted, the interior fit up in Light Red leather nears completion, and the stripped and rebuilt engine is reassembled in preparation for final road testing.

Mercedes Benz 190sl Blue Grey Images

Unfinished project assessment

May 30th 2022 | Category: 1970 Porsche 911T RHD Unfinished project

Our assessment of this unfinished restoration from South Africa, indicates that owing to the poor quality of paint, the overuse of filler and badly misaligned body panels, the most efficient way forward is to unfortunately strip this 911T back to bare metal and begin the panel assembly again. Please do...

1970 Porsche 911t Blood Orange Images

Paint and panel work

Mar 1st 2022 | Category: 1968 Porsche 911 SWB Polar Red

After a full strip-down of all major components, each part was stripped of paint, grease and dirt by vapour blasting, then assessed for wear, cleaned and painted ready for reassembly.

1968 Porsche 911t Polar Red Images

Preparation for final paint

Jan 28th 2022 | Category: 1968 Rolls-Royce Pre-Corniche

After the application of PPG 2K Epoxy primer and PPG PRIMA, our Rolls-Royce Pre-Corniche bodyshell is ready for sanding, prior to its final PPG 2K Royal Garnet direct gloss colour top coats.

Rolls Royce Corniche Ppg 2k Epoxy Primer

Front and rear axle rebuild

Jan 28th 2022 | Category: 1968 Rolls-Royce Pre-Corniche

After a full strip-down of all major components, each part was stripped of paint, grease and dirt by vapour blasting, then assessed for wear, cleaned and painted ready for reassembly.

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Fire Engine Red 190SL underside inspection

Nov 8th 2021 | Category: Mercedes-Benz 190SL Fire Engine Red

With all our restorations, we employ the same level of workmanship and attention to detail to the unseen areas underneath as we do everywhere else.

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Bespoke Luggage

Nov 8th 2021 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Presented at this year’s Hampton Court Palace Concours of Elegance, our bespoke restoration project for David Gandy took centre stage, proudly displaying this bespoke five-piece luggage set handmade with colour-matched hides.

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New owner

Nov 8th 2021 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

With its significant history, our 190SL originally restored for David Gandy moves on to its next chapter. The great provenance begins in 1960, with its manufacture completion in January, then first registered on the 14th October. The first owner is believed to be Mrs E. Croft from Preston, who purchased...

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Blue Grey 190SL Metal Fabrication Complete

Nov 8th 2021 | Category: Mercedes-Benz 190SL Blue Grey

Bodyshell metal fabrication completed and painted in its original ‘Blaugrau’ solid Blue Grey and trimmed in Red leather 1079. Ready for fit up.

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Completion

Jun 4th 2021 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

After working closely with Parry Chana on this bespoke restoration for the last three years – David’s labour of love is complete – commenting that “Lux Classics have done an incredible job bringing my vision to life”. Incorporating his own design and vision, the finished vehicle sits on larger, painted...

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Engine Rebuild

May 25th 2017 | Category: 1973 Ferrari 365GBT/4 Daytona

Project brief was for a full engine rebuild with all ancillary components inspected, stripped, machined & re-engineerd: V12 Engine built to standard specification to next stage – Dyno run-in & tested. Weber 40 DCN/20 Carburetors – stripped re-engineered & re-built to specification. Detailing including all aluminum either vapor blasted or...

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Assembly – electrics

Apr 21st 2017 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

New wiring loom manufactured & fitted with all components working & rear lights modified from USA braking/turn signal to European amber lights. Tags: Porsche 356 electrical

Painted

Dec 16th 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Porsche 356 C painted in final coats of dark blue reminiscent of the Original Period Porsche 356 “Bali Blue” with a personal touch.

Restoration – Complete

Dec 1st 2016 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

This Mercedes-Benz 190SL was restored on behalf of David Gandy & featured on the Classic Car Show alongside Parry Chana who sourced the vehicle on his behalf & commissioned a full component off restoration to Mr Gandy’s exact specification. Photos taken in Lux Classics showroom in preparation for display at...

Restoration – ATE T50 Booster

Nov 27th 2016 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

The original ATE T50 brake booster was totally stripped & rebuilt to exacting standard to provide for double the braking efficiency. Tags: ATE T50 Brake Booster

Restoration – Tar Top Battery

Nov 26th 2016 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

Period tar top battery fitted to enhance the appearance of the engine bay.

Restoration – Solex PHH44 Carburettors

Nov 24th 2016 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

The original Solex PHH44 Carburettors were stripped, mechanically re-engineered & rebuilt to enhance any driving condition & for reliability. Tags: Solex PHH44 Carburetor

Restoration – Decals

Nov 22nd 2016 | Category: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

No restoration is complete without reproduction of decals – functional & effective instructions for any owner.

Epoxy primer

Aug 31st 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Porsche 356 bodywork conditioned & first stage of paint process with epoxy primer all & stoneguard paint on under floors for added protection

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Finalise metalwork

Jun 1st 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Final pre-fit of bumpers during finalizing metalwork on body shell before first coats of primer.

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Bonnet

May 31st 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Most visible part head on are the bonnet lines which was bent due to mis-use. The worn opening & closing mechanism was replaced due to excessive wear & new bonnet fitted with final work around the front end to improve gaps to perfect fit. Tags: Porsche 356 bonnet

Lux 356 Bonnet

Completed

May 27th 2016 | Category: 1969 Porsche 911T Sport Grey

Porsche 911 T 2.4 completed & repainted in Sport Classic Grey

Fresh paint in original Signal Orange

May 20th 2016 | Category: 1969 Porsche 911T Signal Orange

Repaint back to original factory colour specification, Signal Orange.

Completed

May 20th 2016 | Category: 1969 Porsche 911T Signal Orange

Repaint back to original factory colour specification, Signal Orange.

Back from workshop

May 12th 2016 | Category: Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda

Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda back from the workshop

Metal fabrication

Apr 1st 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Porsche 356 C with metal fabrication & panel replacement work completed – new door skins, side sills / rocker panels, front & rear wing sections. Tags: porsche 356 metalwork

Lux 356 Metal

New Project underway

Mar 30th 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

David Gandy Porsche 356 now in metal work

Fresh paint in Classic Grey

Mar 27th 2016 | Category: 1969 Porsche 911T Sport Grey

Porsche 911 T 2.4 completed & repainted in Sport Classic Grey

New project underway

Mar 3rd 2016 | Category: 1973 Ferrari 365GBT/4 Daytona

Ferrari Daytona 365GBT in for engine rebuild & re-trim

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Floor replacement

Feb 28th 2016 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Original floors on this project were acceptable but not great so we decided to replace with new parts. Tags: Porsche 356 floor

Lux 356 Floors

New project underway

Feb 27th 2016 | Category: Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda

Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda now in the workshop for strip down

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New project underway

Feb 27th 2016 | Category: 1960 Porsche 356B

New project underway – 1960 Porsche 356B

David Gandy Porsche 356 Project

Oct 30th 2015 | Category: 1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Porsche 356C sourced David Gandy with project brief to produce a nicely restored driving car with that personal touch & subtle upgrades & body modifications. Tags: david gandy porsche 356

1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Protection Detailing

Protection Detailing

1957 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster

Restoration and preservation

1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - David Gandy

Restoration - Complete

Restoration - ATE T50 Booster

Restoration - Tar Top Battery

Restoration - Solex PHH44 Carburettors

Restoration - Decals

1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Full Restoration

Overview of entire restoration

1960 Porsche 356B

New project underway

1962 Porsche 356B Rally Preparation

Final Gyeon Detail

Gyeon Q2 PPF EVO

Gyeon Q2 Infinite Type 1 ceramic coating

Gyeon Q2 Cleanse and Q2 Repel glass detailing

Gyeon detailing products

Rally Preparation: brakes upgrade

1964 Porsche 356C - David Gandy

Bespoke Luggage

Assembly - electrics

Finalise metalwork

Metal fabrication

New Project underway

Floor replacement

David Gandy Porsche 356 Project

1968 Porsche 911 SWB Polar Red

Paint and panel work

1968 Rolls-Royce Pre-Corniche

Preparation for final paint

Front and rear axle rebuild

1969 Porsche 911T Signal Orange

Fresh paint in original Signal Orange

1969 Porsche 911T Sport Grey

Fresh paint in Classic Grey

1970 Porsche 911T RHD Unfinished project

Unfinished project assessment

1973 Ferrari 365GBT/4 Daytona

New project underway

2002 Ferrari 360 Spider

Enhancement and protection detailing

Engine bay detail

Soft top refurbishment

Cambelts and pulleys

Clutch replacement

Gearbox removal

Mercedes-Benz 190SL (David Gandy)

Restoration - Complete

Mercedes-Benz 190SL Blue Grey

Blue Grey 190SL Metal Fabrication Complete

Mercedes-Benz 190SL Fire Engine Red

Fire Engine Red 190SL underside inspection

Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda

Back from workshop

New project underway

Porsche 911 GT3 Signature Detail

Signature Detail

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