Oregon's Top-Rated Classic Car Restoration

. . . . Jim's expertise and knowledge of all aspects of building either restoration or resto-mod, suggestions, recommendations, referrals, were invaluable in producing a show-stopping, award-winning result. Jim and Michael are honest, hardworking, “car guys” and were great to work with every step of the way. Not only were they able to complete all the body and paintwork flawlessly (did I mention my color was black!) they did complete chassis assembly, added disc brakes, suspension, custom plumbed and wired the entire car and installed all of the drive trains seamlessly, they did most of the interior restoration too, for a ground-up turnkey restoration. I recommend Lost in time to all my “car guy” friends and if I were to do another project, no question they would be the ones to do the work.

The main thing that impressed me about Lost in Time was that they took the time to understand what was needed to do the job right. I thought the body was in better shape than it was. Michael and Jim made sure I knew where work was needed and figured out the correct tools and materials to make it better than new. My car was the first British sports car they had done and when it came time to work the several aluminum panels, they came through with a fantastic result. I write this as I am finalizing the assembly at my own garage. Everyone that comes by to see the progress asks about the paint, body lines and gaps and give me great compliments about how good it looks. I would recommend Lost in Time and hope to be able to use them again!

Jim and Michael Purcell did the bodywork, paint and mechanical aspects of the project, and worked closely with me to ensure the results met my expectations. A person can leave their car at the shop and they will do all the work, or you can don your overalls and become part of the process. I found Jim and Micheal to be very knowledgeable regarding classic autos, in addition to being innovative and creative as the need arose. They have an eye for detail and a high standard of excellence for the quality of work that leaves their shop. Jim and Michael were easy to work with and always took time to make me feel welcome and comfortable. A ringing endorsement as to the quality of their work came from a Mid-West vintage auto dealer, experienced in buying and selling classic autos at the Barrett and Jackson Auctions. He visited their shop and look at my Impala, and afterward commented their work is as good ad any of the high dollar restorations shops in California. . . .