Portfolio of Projects
Welcome to the Finch Restorations Portfolio
Embark on a journey through time with Finch Restorations, a name synonymous with impeccable craftsmanship and a passion for reviving automotive history. Our portfolio showcases a curated selection of projects that reflect our commitment to excellence in vehicle restoration. Each vehicle tells a unique story, brought to life through the skilled hands of our dedicated team.
From classic elegance to vintage charm, our projects span across decades and continents, underscoring our versatility and global reach. The vehicles are meticulously listed by their year of manufacture, illustrating our journey through the evolution of automotive design and engineering.
Dive into a world where every nut and bolt tells a tale of revival and splendor. Enjoy the intricate details, the before-and-after transformations, and the enduring legacy of these magnificent machines. Welcome to a glimpse of the artistry at Finch Restorations – where history is restored, and memories are reborn.
This 1907 Panhard et Levassor U2 Charabanc won the Concours International - Award for Timeless Elegance at the 2011 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance in Connecticut.
This is the project page for this wonderful Brass-Era / Veteran-Era truck - a 1910 Halley chain-driven lorry - that arrived at Finch Restorations.
| 1910 Napier Type 31 “Colonial Model” - Two Seat Roadster | |
| Chassis Number | 7614 |
| Engine Number | 16994 |
| Inline 4 Cylinder | 2700 cc | 164.8 cu in. | 2.7 L. |
| 15 HP | |
| Transmission | 3 Speed Manual |
Few people can say their grandfather hand built a groundbreaking prototype motorcycle in Australia. That is also what made this Wesson motorcycle one of those challenging builds we undertake at Finch.
This 1914 Hispano-Suiza Roadster Type 26 James Flood Sports Roadster won its class at the 2003 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in California.
Arrived at Finch is another exciting project from Victoria - the restoration and hand-building of a new bespoke body for this Packard Speedster Special.
A slight change of pace from many of the projects and restorations we do, this Thornycroft truck was designated to be a museum piece from project start. Owned by the same family business for nearly a century, the 1930 Thornycroft A1 truck is one of only a handful ever brought to Australia from its native England.
The MG F-type Magna is a rare machine, with just 1250 examples built across three models, of which only 40-odd were roadsters. This example came to us with bent, rusty chassis members and a heavily oxidised aluminium body, but scarcity and prestige ensured it was well-worth saving.
It is not that often that you will meet a car that has been in the same family for nine decades. When we first received a call about this lovely 1933 Dodge Tourer, we were immediately interested to learn about its long lineage in New South Wales.
This 1935 Hillman Minx doctor's coupé won the trophy for "Best pre-war Hillman" at the 2012 Hillman National Rally.
This is a rare TJR coupe-style utility. It was initially built by TJ Richards Dodge coachbuilders in South Australia and later rediscovered in Mt Kosciuszko and returned to Adelaide some years ago.
The SS100 Jaguar is, arguably, one of the most beautiful sports cars ever produced.
This wonderful, but very tired, 1940/41 Chev Pullman Ute is in for a complete ground-up restoration at Finch Restorations.
When Margaret Rose rediscovered a truck from her childhood, she was surprised how badly it had deteriorated – and just how much the ‘old red lorry’ meant to her. She talks about the restoration of her three-tonne 1948 Commer 'Superpoise'.
This project is the 'resto-mod' (restoration-modification) of a 1948 Jaguar 3½ Litre ‘Mark IV’ saloon. The owner in Victoria is looking for a comfortable and reliable daily driver and highway cruiser to complement his collection of authentic Jaguar vehicles.
This award-winning KB7 was restored by Finch Restorations and frequently pops up around Australia.
This Rolls Royce Silver Dawn was the subject of two projects at Finch Restorations. The body and paint work was undertaken in 2008, and mechanical assembly of the running gear in 2015.
Sent to us from the proprietor of a luxury car dealership in Spain, was this photo of a car built by Finch Restorations for sale in their showrooms.
This 1959 Mk2 Jaguar was the 59th Mk2 3.4 Litre built. The car is owned by Chris, a prominent South Australian wine-maker. In the late 1980s, Chris' wife had a scary accident when the brakes failed while she was driving the Mk2 through their local town.
The Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa (250 TR), introduced at the end of the 1957 racing season, marked a pivotal moment in automotive history. Adapting to the new rules of the Le Mans and World Sports Car Championships in 1958, which limited engine displacements to 3 litres, Ferrari embarked on a journey of continuous innovation.
Question: what do Sir Jack Brabham, Carroll Shelby and Secret Agent 86, Maxwell Smart, have in common? Answer: the Sunbeam Tiger.
A legendary 1973 Ford Falcon XA GT RPO 83 has been sent to Finch Restorations for a detailed ground-up restoration.
1982 Toyota FJ40 Landcruiser
For this FJ40, Finch performed rust repairs and painted the chassis, body and panels. Our client had previously dismantled the Landcruiser and delivered the body, chassis, and loose panels to us. After completing our scope, our client collected the completed items and will proceed to rebuild the FJ40 himself.
The owner of this Porsche 964 said he chose Finch for the restoration after exploring other businesses. He said that Finch was the only company that did everything inhouse and provided a level of finish above others.
Clients in Sydney commissioned Finch Restorations to manufacture a 'Top Gear' coffee table incorporating the dramatic aesthetics of a 2011 Porsche 911 (991) engine and PDK transmission.
Finch Restorations - Over 55 years in the Fine Art of Automobiles
Finch Motor Company
Pty. Ltd. t/a Finch Restorations
ABN. 48 602 085 941
17 Oborn Road
Mount Barker, SA 5251
South Australia
Email: office@finchmc.com.au
Telephone: +61 (0)8 8398 2332
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Sat to Sun: By Appointment