We Welcome Car Club Visits to Finch Restorations
For over 50 years, Finch Restorations has been a trusted name in classic vehicle restoration, preserving the beauty and heritage of automobiles, motorcycles, and trucks. Our team of highly skilled craftsmen brings history back to life, using both traditional techniques and modern precision engineering to restore cherished vehicles to their former glory.
Located in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, our workshop in Mount Barker is an exciting destination for car enthusiasts. Just a short 5-minute drive past Hahndorf on the South Eastern Freeway, we are only 30 minutes from the Adelaide CBD, making us an ideal location for car clubs looking for a scenic and rewarding outing. Whether your club is passionate about vintage classics, historic trucks, or performance restorations, Finch Restorations offers an immersive and educational experience that showcases the art and science of vehicle restoration.
What to Expect on Your Club Visit
When you visit Finch Restorations, you will step into a world of craftsmanship, precision, and passion for automotive heritage. Our extensive workshops house 40 to 50 vehicles at various stages of restoration, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to witness our restoration process up close.
Here’s what your club members can look forward to during a visit:
- Exclusive Workshop Tour – See firsthand how our restoration specialists bring classic vehicles back to life, from structural repairs to meticulous finishing touches.
- Rare Vehicles Under Restoration – Admire a diverse range of vehicles, including rare and historically significant models that are seldom seen on the road.
- Meet Our Experts – Engage with our skilled team, who are happy to discuss restoration techniques, materials, and the challenges of reviving vintage automobiles.
- Live Demonstrations – Depending on scheduling, your group may witness aspects of panel beating, bodywork, engine assembly, or upholstery craftsmanship.
- Photography Opportunities – Capture unique photos of stunning restoration projects in progress (please note: some client-owned vehicles may have photography restrictions).
Tailored Visits for Car Clubs
We understand that many car clubs schedule their gatherings outside of business hours, so we offer flexible visiting times to accommodate your group’s needs. We are happy to host clubs on weeknights or weekends and can arrange tours that align with your club’s interests.
Our facilities are also equipped to host sit-down meetings, allowing clubs to combine their visit with formal discussions or social events. Whether your club is interested in a quick tour or a longer event incorporating a presentation or Q&A session, we can tailor the experience to suit your group.
Plan Your Car Club Visit
To ensure the best experience for your club, we require bookings in advance so we can allocate the necessary staff and resources for your visit. Organizing your visit is simple:
- Contact Us – Reach out using our contact form, phone, or email to check availability and discuss your club’s preferences.
- Confirm Your Booking – Once we finalize details, we will confirm your scheduled visit, including tour times and any special arrangements.
- Enjoy Your Visit – Arrive at Finch Restorations and enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience of the Art of the Automobile.
Important Visitor Information
To ensure the safety and comfort of all visitors, please note the following requirements:
- Enclosed footwear is mandatory – Visitors must wear closed-toe shoes to enter the workshop areas.
- Group Sizes – For an optimal experience, larger groups may be split into smaller groups for guided tours.
- Photography Restrictions – Some vehicles under restoration are private projects, and photography may be restricted in specific areas.
If you are a Secretary or Committee Member of a car club and would like to schedule a tour of our workshop and facilities, we would love to hear from you!
Please remember that **enclosed footwear is required** for all visitors entering the workshop areas.
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