Body & Soul Autoworks

The Ultimate in Classic Car Restoration

28 Bessemer Rd, Cardiff, CF11 8BA Directions

   Closed today Open Monday 08:00 - 17:00

Why Choose Us?

Quality Service
Qualified Staff
Extensive Knowledge

Here at Body & Soul Autoworks, we pride ourselves on our reputation

Featured Review

5

VW T2 restoration

I first learned of these guys via personal recommendation, my first contact with them was very helpful. They’re incredibly knowledgeable & down-to-earth. We discussed the bodywork restoration that I needed & they were even able to carry out a few other little jobs that I wanted done. While the camper was there, they kept me in the loop regarding everything that was being done & how it was go...ing. Despite working in difficult times, the timescale was great & I was able to pick her up with no problem whatsoever. Overall, I would thoroughly recommend these guys & I will definitely continue to use them in the future.

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Business overview

Full restorations, complete repaints. Vehicle Health Checks (Classic car MOT), servicing and tuning all carried out by time-served professionals who also happen to be enthusiasts

Body & Soul Autoworks has become the largest custom and classic workshop in South Wales, no doubt due to the attention to detail that we are renowned for. 5 year warranties on full repaints and restorations, all work carried out by time served qualified guys with a passion for what they do.

Classic and Custom cars run in our blood. Everyone who works at Body & Soul has an unbridled passion for many different parts of the Car Culture both here and abroad, and this fires our work ethic - If a Job's worth doing, It's worth doing properly. No corners cut, no quick fixes here. And there's no substitute for experience: practice makes perfect, right?

Based in Cardiff, South Wales, we serve the entire UK - and beyond. With our collection and delivery service and a dedicated webcam for customers to log on to check progress you needn't fret about distance. Visitors in person also welcome of course - we'll keep a warm Welsh welcome for you.

Whether YOUR passion is Wild Customs and Hot Rods, or Concours d'Elegance, or Vintage and Classic Racing, we have the skills necessary to help put your dreams on the road....or indeed race track! From a nut and bolt restoration to classic car servicing, maintenance and repairs.

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Come and enjoy a fresh coffee whilst discussing your classic vehicle repairs
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This Austin A35 had a restoration a while back, the customer sent us this picture recently of it being admired at a classic car meet in France.
This came to us after having been messed around with, so we redid the faulty work (which included quite a bit of panel fabrication and TIG welding.
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Products & Services

Car Restoration

Vehicle Inspection

Classic car repairs

Car Engine Tuning and Conversion

Car Spraying

Coach Work

Classic Cars

Classic Car Restoration

American Car Specialists

Volkswagen Specialists

Custom Car Specialists

Car Customisers

Hot Rod Garage

Prestige Vehicle Repairs

Prestige Vehicle Restoration

Aston Martin Specialist

Engine Rebuilds

Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems

Custom Exhausts

Back Box Or Full System

Online Booking

VW Camper Van Restorations

Porsche Restorations

Mini Restorations

Porsche Servicing Specialists

Promotion Vehicles

Classic Electric Vehicle Conversion

Ford Restorations

Porsche Specialist

Credentials

Accreditations

  • Trust My Garage (407463)
  • Federation of Small Businesses (51863502)

Associations

  • The Retail Motor Industry Federation (407463)
  • Federation Of Small Businesses (51863502)
  • Independent Garage Association (407463)

Qualifications

  • Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, Level 2 Certificate (Institute of the Motor Industry)
  • Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs Principles, NVQ Level 3 (Institute of Motor Industry)
  • MOT Testing, Level 3 (The Institute of the Motor Industry)

Reviews

Featured review

VW T2 restoration

5
I first learned of these guys via personal recommendation, my first contact with them was very helpful. They’re incredibly knowledgeable & down-to-earth. We discussed the bodywork restoration that I needed & they were even able to carry out a few other little jobs that I wanted done. While the camper was there, they kept me in the loop regarding everything that was being done & how it was going. Despite working in difficult times, the timescale was great & I was able to pick her up with no problem whatsoever. Overall, I would thoroughly recommend these guys & I will definitely continue to use them in the future.
11 Jan 2021
Thank you Jerry, we really appreciate this feedback and we’re so pleased you are happy with the paint and metalwork we did on your T2 Baywindow camper van. Enjoy her when you can, and hopefully see you again soon! 🙏
11 Jan 2021
Thank you Jerry, we really appreciate this feedback and we’re so pleased you are happy with the paint and metalwork we did on your T2 Baywindow camper van. Enjoy her when you can, and hopefully see you again soon! 🙏
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Simply the best

5
I don’t entrust my T2 Bay to anyone easily but Ged and his team more than lived up to the recommendation I got to sort out some nasty bumps and bangs. Fantastic job. Looks like new. Awesome level of expertise and enthusiasm plus brilliant customer service. Even opened up over Christmas to get her back to me. Thank you Thank you. Thank you
09 Jan 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write this Andrew. It was a pleasure working on the bodywork of your T2 Baywindow. Have a great new year and see you soon. Thanks again, Ged
09 Jan 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write this Andrew. It was a pleasure working on the bodywork of your T2 Baywindow. Have a great new year and see you soon. Thanks again, Ged
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Brilliant

5
Jed and Pete and Gill (Jill?) were all amazing. Great customer service from beginning to end, including an unexpected hiccup with my MGBGT that was extremely well handled.
I would highly recommend B&S to anyone and will not hesitate to use them again myself.
THANK YOU so much, guys.
Amanda
30 Nov 2023
Thank you for your kind words Amanda. It was a pleasure and glad we could help and all got fixed. See you soon, Ged and team.
30 Nov 2023
Thank you for your kind words Amanda. It was a pleasure and glad we could help and all got fixed. See you soon, Ged and team.
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Bay Window.

5
Well Ged not Jed.
I just wanted to let you know that our trip in the Bay went without any issues. She went better than I ever remember her going before.
Thank you for going the extra mile for us.
You know, I hope, that your efforts are appreciated.
The deal for the Chrysler and Chevy's done and dusted now. So that's something else to thank you for.
See you in the Autumn with my GTI.
Cheers.
Mel.
30 Jun 2023
So good to hear Mel! Glad to have helped with your Baywindow and the American beauties! Looking forward to working on the GTI - let’s enjoy the summer whilst looking forward to the autumn 🍂 🤭
30 Jun 2023
So good to hear Mel! Glad to have helped with your Baywindow and the American beauties! Looking forward to working on the GTI - let’s enjoy the summer whilst looking forward to the autumn 🍂 🤭
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Range Rover rust repairs

5
Very happy with the repairs done. Usual RR corrosion areas, arches, tailgate, bonnet and many age related chips and scrapes taken care of. High quality of work and very nice people to deal with. The arch panels were fabricated by body and soul and look superb. Highly recommended.
07 Apr 2021
Thank you for your kind words Kaid, much appreciated. Hope you get to enjoy the Range Rover and it’s new panelwork and paint over the summer now! 🙏
07 Apr 2021
Thank you for your kind words Kaid, much appreciated. Hope you get to enjoy the Range Rover and it’s new panelwork and paint over the summer now! 🙏
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Testimonials

Professionalism

Fantastic - cannot recommend the guys at Body and Soul highly enough. Took my Citroen CX to them for an MOT, hydraulic work, welding and to cure rough running. Despite it being widely acknowledged that the CX is a tricky beast to work on, Ged and the guys finished the work efficiently with no problems. What really stood out for me was the communication - I knew how the work was progressing at all times. The price was good and the quality of work exemplary

- Source: Jake B