Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Auto Body Experts in South Devon
Since 2002, Eccentrix Paintworks has established itself as South Devon's premier destination for auto body excellence, serving enthusiasts, collectors, and trade clients with unmatched craftsmanship. Our team specialises in classic car restorations, professional painting, and rust repair, prioritising quality over shortcuts to deliver showroom-quality results that endure. With over two decades of experience, we transform vehicles from cherished classics to modern cars, ensuring each project reflects our commitment to precision and passion. Our South Devon workshop caters to unique projects, often turning restored classics into promotional stars for events and social media. Enthusiasts trust us to preserve their vehicles' heritage, while trade clients rely on our durable, timely finishes to enhance resale value.We combine traditional techniques with modern technology, offering services ranging from 500+ hour concours-level restorations to cost-effective bumper repairs. Our dedication to excellence extends to rust prevention, custom paintwork, and machine polishing, ensuring every car we handle becomes a canvas for lasting beauty. As a family-run business, we maintain transparency and ethical standards, providing tailored solutions that meet both aesthetic and functional needs. Our reputation for reliability and expertise has been built through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship, making us a trusted partner for preserving automotive heritage and enhancing vehicle longevity.
Services
Professional Painting
Panel Repairs
Rust Repair
Custom Paintwork
Plastic Bumper Repairs
Machine Polishing
Complete Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in specialist auto body repair and restoration.
- Our team delivers concours-ready finishes for high-value classic car restorations.
- We offer tailored rust repair solutions using industry-leading prevention techniques.
- Our workshop serves both private enthusiasts and trade clients with equal dedication.
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology for superior results.
Services
Professional Painting
Our professional painting service delivers vibrant, durable finishes in a controlled environment, ensuring resistance to chips and fading. Perfect for modern vehicles and classics alike, this service enhances aesthetic appeal and resale value through precise application techniques developed over 20 years of specialist experience.
Complete Restoration
We specialise in comprehensive classic car restorations requiring 500+ hours of meticulous workmanship, catering to investments between 15,000-50,000. Our process includes structural repairs, rust treatment, and custom modifications while preserving original heritage through traditional metalworking techniques and modern protective coatings.
Rust Repair
Our rust repair service addresses the UK's most common automotive degradation issue through acid dipping, sandblasting, and precision panel replacement. We restore structural integrity while applying advanced primers to prevent future corrosion, ensuring vehicles maintain their value and roadworthiness for decades.
Machine Polishing
This service removes surface imperfections through machine polishing, achieving mirror-like finishes that enhance paint longevity. Using premium compounds and professional equipment, we restore showroom-quality shine to both classic and modern vehicles while protecting against environmental damage.
Panel Repairs
We offer precision panel repairs for dents and damage, employing specialist welding equipment to ensure seamless integration with existing bodywork. This cost-effective solution maintains structural integrity while restoring aesthetic consistency, suitable for both everyday vehicles and collector's items.
Questions
What types of vehicles do you work on?
We specialise in both classic and modern vehicles, with particular expertise in restoring heritage models while maintaining contemporary cars to showroom standards.
Can you handle large-scale restorations?
Yes, we complete full restorations requiring 500+ hours of workmanship for investments between £15,000-50,000, focusing on concours-ready results for collectors and enthusiasts.
Do you work with trade clients?
We regularly collaborate with trade clients, providing durable, timely finishes that enhance vehicle resale value while maintaining strict quality control standards.
What rust prevention methods do you use?
We employ acid dipping, sandblasting, and advanced primer applications to completely remove corrosion while implementing long-term protective measures during every restoration project.
How do you handle custom paint requests?
Our team creates bespoke designs using high-quality materials, working closely with clients to achieve unique finishes that reflect individual style preferences while maintaining durability.
Reviews (3)
Claire
Jan 13, 2022
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Highly recommend!! Took my car here after scraping the front wing along a stone wall. I was so happy with the results, they did an absolutely brilliant job and at a great price. All the staff there were lovely.
Rachel H.
Jul 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
Over the moon with the work Paul and all the team completed on my beloved MX5. The attention to detail, care and consideration they gave my car was second to none. They kept me informed through all of the work. I'm so pleased and overwhelmed with the finished result. Can not recommend highly enough.
Over the moon with the work Paul and all the team completed on my beloved MX5. The attention to detail, care and consideration they gave my car was second to none. They kept me informed through all of the work. I'm so pleased and overwhelmed with the finished result. Can not recommend highly enough.
Matty Robertson
Jun 28, 2018
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Amazing job on my BMW e90 roof. Couldnt even tell it had been dented. Great guys, very helpful and friendly. Very well priced. Would highly recommend to anyone. Will definitely be going back for more bits to be sorted.
