Classic Car Bodywork & Welding Workshop

(3-Day Practical Course)

Hands-on classic car bodywork and chassis course: learn MIG/MAG and spot welding, sill fabrication, and metal finishing in small groups. 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.

Details

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

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

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