Frequently Asked Questions

Visit us at 45 Ramsey Road, Suite 11, Shirley, NY 11967. Our Contact Us page has a map to help you plan your visit.

Call (631) 862-7002 to discuss your vehicle, its current condition and the work you have in mind. Auto Restoration of Long Island can help you plan the next step.

Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Sunday: CLOSED. Call (631) 862-7002 before arranging a project visit or vehicle drop-off.

Auto Restoration of Long Island works on classic cars, antique cars, hot rods, muscle cars and resto-mod projects. Contact us about your particular vehicle and goals.

Have your vehicle year, make and model, a description of its condition, any known modifications and your restoration goals ready. Photos of problem areas can help explain what you want to discuss with Auto Restoration of Long Island.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers complete restorations as well as work on engines, interiors, metal fabrication, electrical systems, mechanical components and custom finishing. Discuss the particular scope with us.

Yes. Resto-mod work can combine a classic appearance with updated systems such as brakes, suspension, air conditioning or instrumentation. Auto Restoration of Long Island can discuss which changes suit your project.

Restoration work is based on time and materials rather than one standard repair price. The vehicle condition, parts and requested finish affect the scope. Ask Auto Restoration of Long Island to discuss pricing for your project before work begins.

The schedule depends on the condition of the vehicle, the work agreed upon and parts availability. Call (631) 862-7002 to discuss your project; there is no single turnaround time for every restoration.

Tell Auto Restoration of Long Island which goals matter most, such as originality, comfort, appearance or drivability, and discuss your budget before agreeing on a scope. This helps make the project conversation specific to your vehicle.

Parts availability varies with the vehicle. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers custom metal fabrication when suitable original panels or components are difficult to source. Discuss the available options for the particular part.

Our Projects page shows restoration work and vehicles at different stages of the process. Use it for ideas when discussing your goals with Auto Restoration of Long Island.

Pickup and delivery service is available through our flatbed transport truck. Call (631) 862-7002 to discuss arrangements, availability and any applicable cost before scheduling.

Temperature-controlled classic car storage is available. Call (631) 862-7002 to discuss space, arrangements and pricing for your vehicle.

Ask Auto Restoration of Long Island about the terms that apply to the specific parts and work in your proposal. Confirm coverage, conditions and exclusions before approving the project rather than assuming every restoration has the same warranty.

A turn-key project brings the agreed restoration work together into a complete vehicle. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers full restoration work; discuss the desired result and scope for your particular car.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island combines classic-car restoration with modern engine, handling, brake, interior and electrical upgrades. The choices depend on your vehicle and how you plan to use it.

A frame-off restoration separates the body from its frame so hidden surfaces, corrosion and worn mounts can be addressed. Auto Restoration of Long Island uses this approach for applicable restoration projects.

Yes. With the vehicle apart, Auto Restoration of Long Island can address body mounts, bushings and suspension components as part of the agreed restoration scope.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers engine builds and repowering options for restoration projects. Discuss the vehicle, performance goals and compatible supporting systems.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers engine upgrade work that can include digital ignition and fuel injection. The appropriate combination depends on your particular vehicle and project.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island has an upholstery shop and offers custom upholstery and complete vehicle interiors. Discuss the materials, appearance and condition of your interior.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers custom interior work. Bring your design goals and discuss which changes fit your vehicle and the rest of the project.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers custom sheet-metal fabrication for damaged or missing areas when suitable replacement parts are difficult to find.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island works on rust repair, panel repair or replacement and custom metal modifications. Discuss the condition and the look you want to achieve.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island troubleshoots vintage electrical systems and offers wiring replacement and upgrades. Cracked or brittle wiring should be addressed as part of project planning.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island can discuss wiring and electrical work alongside accessory upgrades so the systems are planned together.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island installs Vintage Air systems for classic-car projects. Discuss vehicle compatibility and how the installation fits your restoration.

Yes. Discuss air conditioning, controls and interior plans together with Auto Restoration of Long Island so the installation can be coordinated with the project.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers audio-system upgrades for vintage vehicles. Discuss the equipment and appearance you want to preserve.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island installs aftermarket instrumentation for applicable vehicles. Discuss compatibility with the engine, senders and electrical system.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers suspension restoration and custom handling packages, including applicable spring, steering and sway-bar upgrades.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island can discuss ride-height and handling changes as part of a restoration. Tire clearance, steering and the complete suspension combination matter.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers disc-brake conversion work for applicable classic-car projects. Discuss the complete braking-system combination for your vehicle.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island handles restoration work involving components such as brake lines, boosters, master cylinders and conversion hardware as appropriate to the project.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers custom automotive paint and finishing, including work with PPG and House of Kolor products. Discuss your desired finish and project scope.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island combines body and fender work with surface preparation and custom finishing. The metal and underlying surface condition affect the final result.

Yes. Auto Restoration of Long Island offers temperature-controlled classic car storage. Contact us about current availability and arrangements.

Call (631) 862-7002 to discuss the vehicle, planned storage period, availability and cost with Auto Restoration of Long Island before bringing the car in.