Bishop Classic Motors
Jacksonville shop restoring European cars from 1979 and earlier, mostly Mercedes-Benz, with ground-up work averaging 1,500 hours.
About Bishop Classic Motors
Bishop Classic Motors is a Jacksonville, Florida shop that restores European cars built in 1979 and earlier, with Mercedes-Benz models prominent in its recent work. It also buys and sells cars. This profile uses the shop's website and public business records, and the shop has no relationship with us.
Who they are
The website says the shop has served domestic and international clients since 2002. Florida records, however, show Bishop Classic Motors, LLC registered in November 2020, so the 2002 date may refer to earlier activity by the owner rather than this entity. Public records name Matthew Bishop as registered agent. The showroom and workshop is at 305 E 1st Street.
What they restore
The shop says it handles European vehicles from 1979 and earlier. Recent completed restorations listed on the site include a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250S, a 1963 Mercedes-Benz 220SEb Cabriolet and a 1963 Mercedes-Benz 190c.
Work done in-house
The shop describes complete ground-up restorations that average about 1,500 hours per car, plus partial work. Listed services include engine and transmission rebuilds, suspension, brakes and electrical work, bare-metal paint, rust repair and panel fabrication, color matching and interior restoration. The workshop has a climate-controlled spray booth, according to the shop, and the site lists a Florida motor vehicle repair registration number.
Other services
- Pre-purchase inspections with roughly 100 photographs, per the shop
- Vehicle transportation
- Sales and acquisition assistance, with cars listed on Bring a Trailer, eBay Motors and Hemmings
Working with the shop
No pricing, deposit or billing details are published. A 1,500-hour average makes budgeting important, so read choosing a classic car restoration shop and ask for a written scope.
Reputation and visiting
We did not find a third-party rating with enough verified reviews to quote, and no awards are listed. The shop is at 305 E 1st Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206, phone, text or WhatsApp (904) 257-3390. Hours are not published. To browse cars in the state, see classic cars for sale in Florida.
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Specialties
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bishop Classic Motors located? +
Bishop Classic Motors is located at 305 E 1st St, Jacksonville, Florida 32206.
Does Bishop Classic Motors do full restorations? +
Yes. Bishop Classic Motors takes on full, ground-up restorations as well as smaller jobs. Ask the shop about its current wait time before you commit.
Which makes does Bishop Classic Motors work on? +
Bishop Classic Motors lists experience with Mercedes-Benz and European.
How do I contact Bishop Classic Motors? +
Call (904) 257-3390 or visit their website.
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