Business Details
23 Years
experience
Expert Automotive Parts & Sheet Metal Work in Hinckley
B K Sheet Metal was founded in 2003 by Jason Lee, bringing 25 years of expertise in manufacturing high-quality handcrafted panels for prototype, concept cars, and the classic car industry. Our business was established to address fluctuations in the prototype market by combining traditional skills with modern techniques. We specialise in producing bespoke components for vintage and classic car panels, general sheet metal work, and motorcycle parts. Our services include wheeling, hammer forming, gas welding, MIG welding, TIG welding, metal finishing, tool making, and bracket production. We work with materials such as aluminium, copper, mild steel, and stainless steel, catering to local traders, private customers, and international clients in France and Belgium.Our portfolio includes projects for iconic brands like Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Jaguar, Triumph, and VW Beetle. We pride ourselves on delivering precision-engineered components to exacting tolerances, ensuring each project meets the highest standards of craftsmanship. Our teams deep understanding of both traditional and modern manufacturing techniques allows us to tackle complex challenges in metalwork. We are committed to maintaining the legacy of classic car restoration while embracing innovation in sheet metal fabrication.
Services
Classic Car Panels
Vintage Car Bodies
General Sheet Metal Work
Motorcycle Tanks
Tool Making
Metal Finishing
Welding Services
Bracket Production
Checking Fixtures
Custom Fabrication
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years of expertise in handcrafted automotive parts.
- Our team combines traditional skills with modern manufacturing techniques.
- We produce bespoke components for vintage cars, motorcycles, and custom projects.
- Our work spans international projects, including clients in France and Belgium.
- We work with aluminium, copper, mild steel, and stainless steel for diverse applications.
Services
Classic Car Panels
We manufacture precision-engineered classic car panels using traditional wheeling and modern CAD-based techniques. Our expertise covers brands like Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, and Triumph. Each panel is crafted to exact specifications, ensuring seamless integration with vintage vehicles while maintaining historical accuracy.
Vintage Car Bodies
We create full aluminium bodies for vintage cars using traditional ash frames. This process involves shaping metal to precise curvature requirements, preserving the authenticity of classic designs. Our work caters to private collectors and international clients seeking heritage restoration.
General Sheet Metal Work
Our sheet metal services include welding, bracketry, and custom fabrication for automotive and industrial applications. We handle projects from prototype development to bespoke components, using materials like aluminium, steel, and stainless steel to meet diverse client needs.
Motorcycle Tanks
We design and produce handcrafted motorcycle fuel tanks using traditional metalworking techniques. Each tank is tailored to specific models, ensuring durability and aesthetic alignment with vintage and modern bike designs while adhering to strict quality standards.
Tool Making
We develop soft tooling for prototype and small-batch production using CAD drawings. This service supports clients requiring custom manufacturing solutions, enabling efficient production of complex components with high precision and repeatability.
People
Jason Lee
Founder
Jason Lee founded B K Sheet Metal in 2003 with 25 years of experience in automotive panel manufacturing. His expertise spans prototype development and classic car restoration, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver high-quality solutions.
Questions
What materials do you work with for automotive parts?
We work with aluminium, copper, mild steel, and stainless steel to create durable, high-quality components tailored to specific project requirements.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, we serve clients in France, Belgium, and the UK, delivering bespoke metalwork solutions for vintage cars and custom applications.
What traditional techniques do you use?
We employ wheeling, hammer forming, and gas welding alongside modern methods like CAD-based tool making to ensure precision and authenticity.
Can you produce custom motorcycle parts?
Yes, we specialise in handcrafted motorcycle fuel tanks and other components, combining traditional skills with modern design specifications.
What is your experience with classic car restoration?
With 25 years of expertise, we restore panels for iconic brands like Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, and Triumph, preserving historical accuracy while ensuring structural integrity.
Reviews (1)
Graham Toye
Nov 07, 2018
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If you need top quality sheet metal work, including the remanufacturing of classic car panels, these are the guys to talk to. Fantastic results!
