Founded by Earl and Joyce Murphy in 1984, E.F. Murphy Inc. is a third-generation Ohio shop devoted exclusively to servicing, repairing, and restoring Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars. The Murphy family’s connection to these marques reaches back to Earl Murphy Jr.’s factory training in 1970, and the Baltimore workshop now carries that hands-on knowledge forward through his son and grandson. Its work spans cars from the 1920s through the 1990s, with the team also sharing its expertise through technical seminars for owners and enthusiasts.
Zul Racing LtdSince 1988, family-run Zul Racing has restored, prepared and engineered classic, prestige and historic racing cars, drawing on a Historic F1 background that began in the late 1970s. Its work ranges from rebuilding significant cars such as the Matra MS11 and Iso Bizzarrini A3C to one-off fabrication and race-day support, with an in-house rolling road capable of testing engines up to 1,000 bhp. The company serves owners who expect period machinery to be properly engineered both for display and for the circuit.WEST BABYLON, NY
Catz Automotive RestorationKnown as the Jaguar Restoration Experts, Catz Automotive Restoration is a Youngstown shop devoted to returning rare British and Italian automobiles to authentic condition. Its work is performed largely in-house for owners seeking anything from a preserved classic to a concours restoration, with Gary Bowers bringing more than 35 years of experience in automotive interiors.YOUNGSTOWN, OH
RJ CARS, INCRussell Jacobs founded RJ CARS in 1989 after beginning to restore classic cars at age 14, and his family is now part of the team. The Arkport shop has restored well over 100 vehicles, earning a nationwide reputation for detailed work and clear communication with owners. Its specialty is bringing classic and muscle cars back into working, show-ready condition.ARKPORT, NY
Vintage Auto TrimOwned and operated by Rick and Tammy Davin, Vintage Auto Trim restores and repairs automotive tops, interiors, and upholstery for vehicles ranging from 1911 models to the present. Founded as Lebanon Auto Trim in 1979, the Cincinnati-area shop has spent more than 35 years handling everything from seat repairs to custom interiors and full concours restorations. Its work includes award-winning restorations such as a 1959 Rolls-Royce and a 1965 Porsche 356 Cabriolet, with projects featured at car shows across the United States.CINCINNATI, OH