Get Ahead for Summer: Why Now's the Perfect Time to Book Your Classic Car In

At East County Classics, we find our diary fills up quickly once spring arrives. Everyone wants their car ready for those first sunny weekends, club runs, and summer shows, which often means that by the time you come to book in, our waiting list stretches right through to autumn or even winter. By planning ahead and booking now, you can make sure your car is ready to enjoy the moment the weather improves.

Winter is ideal for catching up on jobs that are easy to put off when you’re busy driving and showing your car. That might include a service, brake check, or fluid change to keep everything running smoothly, or perhaps a Waxoyl treatment or underbody inspection to help protect your classic from rust and corrosion. Even small preventative jobs — like checking fuel lines, suspension bushes, or cooling systems — can make a big difference to reliability when you’re back on the road next year.

If you’ve been considering bigger work, such as restoration, welding, or cosmetic improvements, the winter months are also the perfect time to get started. You’ll beat the spring rush and have peace of mind knowing your car will be ready to go when show season arrives.

So while your classic might be resting up for the colder months, it doesn’t have to be idle. A little forward planning now means fewer delays later — and more time behind the wheel next summer.

If you’re thinking about what your car might need before next season, now’s the time to get in touch to discuss your plans and secure your slot in the workshop. Call or email us now to book your car in!