The
Bodyshop
Sector-leading restoration for classic, pre-war, and prestige vehicles. Full coachbuilding capability under one roof.
10
decades of expertise
100+
marques handled
5yr
paint warranty
1
site. one team
paintwork & refinishing
Period correct paint, to the letter
⓹ NOVOL GOLD Partner · Up to 5-year warranty
We partner with NOVOL — Spectral Group’s dedicated classic-car refinishing system — the first coating technology built exclusively for heritage vehicles. Every project follows the same rigorous formula: planning, preparation, execution, aftercare.
01
ASSESSMENT & DIAGNOSIS
We assess paint condition using both non-destructive and destructive testing methods, identifying failures before any preparation work begins. You receive a full written report and recommended course of action.
02
CORROSION & RE-SKINNING
Comprehensive corrosion treatment and re-skinning to OEM specification. We retain originality wherever possible, matching factory panel profiles and shut-lines with exactness.
03
BESPOKE & REIMAGINED BUILDS
For enthusiasts with a vision beyond concours, we execute bespoke paint schemes and colour-split projects — balancing creative intent with the disciplines of the trade.
04
COACHBUILDING & PANEL MANUFACTURE
From ash frame shells to buck-produced bonnets, we manufacture a wide range of vehicle parts in-house. All budgets catered for, from show-car standard to MOT preparation.
How a project works through our shop
01 / assess
Intake & Assessment
Vehicle arrives and receives a full condition review. Paint depth gauge, corrosion mapping, and chassis inspection are completed before any work is agreed upon.
02 / strip
Strip & Prepare
The car is fully stripped. Panels are blasted or chemically stripped back to bare metal. Corrosion is treated, and structural work is completed before surface preparation begins.
03 / prepare
Primer & Build
High-build primer is applied in controlled conditions, followed by blocking and flattening to achieve perfect surface geometry. The NOVOL system ensures compatibility at every stage.
04 / paint
Colour & Clear
Period-correct colour mixed and applied in our spray facility. Lacquer is laid down in measured coats, cured, and then flatted before the final machine polish to a mirror finish.
05 / commission
Rebuild & Handover
Extended road testing, fine adjustment, and a final detail. The vehicle is handed over with a complete project book documenting every stage of the work carried out.
quality at the centre
Built for a result that lasts decades
Quality control is at the centre of all our work. The demand for our Bodyshop has grown exponentially through referrals alone — we have expanded into an additional building and grown our team to match. With ten decades of combined industry experience across more than 100 marques, your vehicle is in skilled hands.
We cater for all budgets: from full show-car restorations to MOT preparation tasks — every project receives the same precision and care.
protection that lasts
Care for your classic
A classic deserves care that reaches beyond the surface. Machine polishing draws out the depth and clarity of original paintwork, correcting the marks left by time and use. A precision-applied ceramic coating then seals that finish, offering long-term resistance to weather, road contaminants and the wear of regular driving. Beneath, our underbody protection shields the chassis and structural areas against moisture and corrosion
01 / protection for up to 7 years
Ceramic Coating
Industry-leading ceramic protection applied to paint, glass, and alloys. Hydrophobic, UV-resistant, and self-cleaning. Available in multiple grades.
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02 / One-time or maintenance
Machine Polishing
Swirl removal, oxidation correction, and full paint enhancement using professional compound and polishing systems — returning tired surfaces to showroom condition.
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03 / 3 OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Underbody Protection
Three tiers of underbody treatment available, from wax-injection to full rubberised underseal. Prevents moisture ingress, corrosion, and structural deterioration.
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ENGINEERING & FABRICATION
From chassis up, nothing overlooked
Having completed many full restorations, we have superb experience assessing and reconditioning the chassis. We understand the importance of retaining originality, and every project receives meticulous attention from stripping to blasting to strengthening and rebuilding.
Careful, expert chassis assessment and restoration across a plethora of makes and eras. We strip, blast, strengthen, and rebuild — retaining factory geometry and specifications throughout.
Working with a wide range of materials across coating, chroming, and galvanising. Traditional methods including wheeling, bead rolling, and lead-loading — supplemented by modern 3D printing capability for prototype and bespoke parts.
We design bespoke panels digitally and machine them using both traditional and modern methods. If the part no longer exists, we make it — to original tolerances or improved specifications.
one of many specialisations
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common questions
FAQs
What does the Malton Coachworks bodyshop do?
Our Bodyshop covers everything from the shell outwards: paintwork and refinishing, corrosion repair and reskinning, chassis restoration, lead loading, fabrication and coachbuilding, including ash frames and new panels made in-house. Work ranges from show standard restorations to MOT preparation.
Where can I get a classic car respray in North Yorkshire?
Our Bodyshop is on Showfield Lane in Malton, North Yorkshire (YO17 6BT), a short drive from the A64. Every respray is carried out in our own spray facility, and the car stays on our site, alongside our Workshop and Trim Shop, from start to finish.
Which paint system do you use, and is it guaranteed?
We are a NOVOL Gold partner and use NOVOL, Spectral Group’s refinishing system developed specifically for heritage vehicles. One system from primer to lacquer keeps every layer compatible, and our paintwork carries a warranty of up to five years.
How do you assess a car before work begins?
Every car receives a full condition review on arrival: paint depth readings, corrosion mapping and a chassis inspection. We test paint condition using both non destructive and destructive methods, then give you a written report and recommended course of action before any work is agreed.
Can you match my car’s original colour?
Yes. Period correct colour is mixed and applied in our own spray facility. We use industry-class spectrometers to gauge paint pigments to mix them to the exact colour. We also carry out bespoke paint schemes and colour split work for owners who want something different.
How is a full respray carried out?
The car is fully stripped and the panels are blasted or chemically stripped to bare metal. Corrosion is treated and structural work completed, then high build primer is applied, blocked and flattened. Colour and lacquer go on in measured coats, are cured, flatted and machine polished, and the car is rebuilt and road tested.
Can you repair rust and replace rotten panels?
Yes. We treat corrosion and reskin panels to original factory specification, matching panel profiles and shut lines, and keep original metal wherever possible. Traditional methods including wheeling, bead rolling and lead loading sit alongside modern fabrication.
Can you make panels that are no longer available?
Yes. We make panels and parts in house, from bonnets formed on a buck to ash frame shells. Panels are designed digitally and made by traditional and modern methods, with 3D printing for prototypes and bespoke parts. If a part no longer exists, we make it to original tolerances or an improved specification.
Do you restore chassis?
Yes. We strip, blast, strengthen and rebuild chassis across a wide range of makes and eras, keeping factory geometry and specification throughout. Finishes include coating, chroming and galvanising.
Do you take on smaller jobs as well as full restorations?
Yes. We work to every budget, from show standard restorations to MOT preparation, and every job receives the same care and quality control.
How can I protect the paintwork afterwards?
We offer machine polishing to correct swirl marks and oxidation, ceramic coating with protection for up to seven years, and three tiers of underbody protection, from wax injection to full rubberised underseal. Each has its own page with more detail.
How do I start a bodyshop project?
Call 01653 692090 and choose option two, or email sales@maltoncoachworks.com with details of the car and the work you have in mind. We are open Monday to Thursday, 8.15am to 5pm, and Friday, 8.15am to 4pm, and you are welcome to arrange a visit.
Ready to discuss your vehicle?
Tell us about your project — no obligation. Our team is happy to advise on any make, era, or scope of work.