Classic Jaguar

A DAY AT THE SEASIDE

Based on the ‘Sunshine Coast’ of Eastbourne, East Sussex, Michelle Manes has been building a reputation for quality body restoration and paintwork on a vast selection of classic cars since forming Painting Classic Cars in 2017. A car enthusiast of Italian heritage, Michelle states her reason forHaving taken her classic Mercedes to a garage for restorative repairs, she was disappointed with various delays, excuses, price rises – and ultimately, only a mediocre job completed.

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