The Creative Workshop
Multi-marque concours restoration and coachbuilding shop in a historic Dania Beach building, owned by Jason Wenig.
About The Creative Workshop
The Creative Workshop is a multi-marque restoration and coachbuilding shop in Dania Beach, Florida, owned by Jason Wenig. It works on vehicles ranging from brass-era cars to later classics, with a focus on rare European and American models. This profile draws on the shop's own website and a published owner interview. For background on evaluating any restorer, see how to choose a restoration shop.
Who they are
According to a published interview with Wenig, the business was founded in 2001 after he and his wife moved from New York to Florida to start it. They bought an aging building and spent the first year renovating it. The shop today says it occupies a historic building more than 80 years old with over 10,000 square feet of space on Hill Street.
What they restore
The shop describes itself as a multi-marque workshop that supports collectors regardless of make or condition. Its stated range covers pre-war and brass-era cars, post-war sports cars, muscle cars and other classics, with both European and American vehicles. It also takes on one-off and prototype cars, which it describes as forensic restoration, meaning careful research and reconstruction aimed at historical accuracy.
Work done in-house
- Full restoration of historic, antique, vintage and classic vehicles
- Coachbuilding and custom design
- Metal fabrication and bodywork
- Upholstery and interior work
- Mechanical service, repair and maintenance
- Project management and consultation
Awards and recognition
The shop says it was named a top 20 restorer in the nation by Sports Car Market magazine in 2018 and Shop of the Year by Classic Motorsports in 2015. It also says cars it restored have won at Pebble Beach, Amelia Island, Villa d'Este, Cavallino and the Mille Miglia. These are the shop's own claims and were not independently confirmed here. Search results also link the shop and Wenig to the MotorTrend series Long Road to Monterey.
Working with the shop
The website does not publish pricing, deposit terms or hours. Anyone considering a project should ask for a written scope and estimate, and can look at classic cars for sale in Florida to find a candidate car. Concours-level work is typically a long, expensive process, so clarify timelines up front.
Visiting and contact
The shop is at 118 Hill Street, Dania Beach, FL 33004. Phone 954-920-3303; the shop lists [email protected] for email. Hours are not published, so call before visiting. This shop is independent and has no relationship with Classic Cars Arena.
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Specialties
Other classic car restoration shops in Florida
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Creative Workshop located? +
The Creative Workshop is located at 118 Hill Street, Dania Beach, Florida 33004.
Does The Creative Workshop do full restorations? +
Yes. The Creative Workshop 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 The Creative Workshop work on? +
The Creative Workshop lists experience with Multi-marque European and American.
How do I contact The Creative Workshop? +
Call 954-920-3303 or visit their website.
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