Classic car collectors rely on classic car restoration or repair service providers in maintaining their collections in good condition so that they can survive for long years. For this reason, a wise collector usually is careful in picking one to ensure that he gets the most qualified service provider to work with for restoration/repair works.
If you are an aspiring classic car collector who needs the service of a restoration service provider, there are few considerations you need to remember before you dive in to any business transaction. Though generic, I think these tips from seasoned collectors can be a great help. Consider the following:
Package or service inclusion -- as classic car restoration includes several works and it is imperative that you know exactly the service you need. Though there are service providers who offer packaged restoration or repair services, those who offer additional services (apart from the regular ones such as emission testing, engine rebuilding, etc.) are worth landing in the top of your prospects list.
The charges- it is also beneficial if you examine the prices that your prospect are charging - make prices comparison - and weigh whether the services are worth their price. Be mindful as well that many of these service providers have equal or similar charges, but actually vary when it comes to 'hidden charges'. A good service provider should have transparent transactions with their customers.
Logistics advantage - it also makes sense if you check whether your prospect is logistically advantageous to your part so that going to and from the service provider is not that hassle in your part. Remember, while a service provider can go to your location to render a particular service, it is the other way around, most of the time -- you go to the location.
The experience, expertise -- as they say it, "expertise develops with experience" and that is true in many cases (if not in all cases) and this adage is applicable when it comes to classic restoration as well. Those providers who have been in the business for so long are most likely those who are proven experts in the field. It is wise if you include this idea as part of your criteria in choosing one. Remember as well that the length of time in service does not only refine expertise on specific tasks but it also expands a provider's skills to accommodate more types of classic cars.
Reputation - the level of reputation of your prospective service providers can be scaled by weighing the number of good reviews/comments against the number of complaints -- and you can figure out when which one outweighs the other.
If you are an aspiring classic car collector who needs the service of a restoration service provider, there are few considerations you need to remember before you dive in to any business transaction. Though generic, I think these tips from seasoned collectors can be a great help. Consider the following:
Package or service inclusion -- as classic car restoration includes several works and it is imperative that you know exactly the service you need. Though there are service providers who offer packaged restoration or repair services, those who offer additional services (apart from the regular ones such as emission testing, engine rebuilding, etc.) are worth landing in the top of your prospects list.
The charges- it is also beneficial if you examine the prices that your prospect are charging - make prices comparison - and weigh whether the services are worth their price. Be mindful as well that many of these service providers have equal or similar charges, but actually vary when it comes to 'hidden charges'. A good service provider should have transparent transactions with their customers.
Logistics advantage - it also makes sense if you check whether your prospect is logistically advantageous to your part so that going to and from the service provider is not that hassle in your part. Remember, while a service provider can go to your location to render a particular service, it is the other way around, most of the time -- you go to the location.
The experience, expertise -- as they say it, "expertise develops with experience" and that is true in many cases (if not in all cases) and this adage is applicable when it comes to classic restoration as well. Those providers who have been in the business for so long are most likely those who are proven experts in the field. It is wise if you include this idea as part of your criteria in choosing one. Remember as well that the length of time in service does not only refine expertise on specific tasks but it also expands a provider's skills to accommodate more types of classic cars.
Reputation - the level of reputation of your prospective service providers can be scaled by weighing the number of good reviews/comments against the number of complaints -- and you can figure out when which one outweighs the other.
About the Author:
Roy Van Rivero has had several years of experience in high tech firms and car industry prior to venturing on the Internet as a freelance writer. He leverages his experience to write a wide array of topics, including classic car restoration services. He also runs an industry blog as part of his present works.
