Get Stuck In at The Restoration Workshop

Got a project car waiting for some love? Head over to The Restoration Workshop and pick up tips from the pros who’ve been there, done it, and got the oil-stained overalls to prove it.

The crew from Gilbert-Michaelson Ltd — led by restoration guru Mike Coman — will be firing up tools and passing on decades of hands-on know-how. Whether you’re just getting stuck into your first classic or looking to sharpen your skills, this is where you’ll learn how it’s really done.

From panel beating and lead loading to polishing paintwork like a pro, you’ll get practical demos and solid advice. Got questions? Ask away — the team’s happy to chat, one-to-one or in the crowd. 

GILBERT MICHAELSON

Gilbert-Michaelson is a specialist, skilled classic car body shop and restoration specialist based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The company, established in 2015, draws upon the combined 40+ years experience of Steve Gilbertson and Michael Coman in restoring classic cars themselves and teaching people the skills required to restore their own classics.

Offering a high quality, personalised service to all of their clients, both new and returning, Steve and Michael's skills range from body shop work and paint refurbishing to mechanical expertise.

2024 Schedule - (2025 coming soon...!)

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11:15
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
11:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    The team from Iconic Auctioneers share their advice and tips on buying and selling classic cars at auction, highlighting some of the lots on offer at the show
12:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With so many changes in motoring, what's next for the classic car community? How do car clubs and businesses prepare for the future? Where do classics fit in?
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
  3. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Motoring-focused discussions and observations from the automotive world, the latest news stories, and insights into the cars and motorcycles the team reviews at Driven.
12:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Car design legend Frank Stephenson, who has worked for Ford, BMW, Mini, Ferrari, Maserati, Fiat, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, and McLaren, joins Mike to talk about his illustrious career.
13:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With years of experience, Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer shares advice on how to become a Wheeler Dealer so you can trade up to your dream car.
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Steph and Ed Horsman-Mitchell from ADO Restorations discuss Classic Car Restorations inc how to pick a garage, how to keep costs down, questions to ask, red flags, buying projects, and loads more to e …
14:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Converting to electric and the rise of synthetic fuels are just two of the topics that will be covered in this session as well as alternatives and the future for ICE vehicles.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
  3. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    A light-hearted, humorous spin through all aspects of owning, driving and living with cars.
14:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    How do we attract the next generation into the classic car industry? Let's ask them! Bringing together youngsters from all areas of the community to share what interests them and their ideas for the o …
15:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Mike Brewer introduces some of the favourite faces and rising stars of the YouTube motoring community.
15:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Should classic vehicles be preserved or should they evolve? With the rise of the Restomod, the debate around modifying vehicles is still a hot topic.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
16:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Whether you are hosting your own club meet or attending a Cars & Coffee, how do you get the most out of attending?
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Join the Classic Car Weekly team as they sit down for some heritage motoring based anecdotes and chatter as well as a peak behind the scenes on what goes into make the ever busy classic car newspaper …
16:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    We hand the microphone over to you so you can ask our experts your unanswered questions.
10:15
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
10:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    The team from Iconic Auctioneers share their advice and tips on buying and selling classic cars at auction, highlighting some of the lots on offer at the show
11:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With a personal collection growing by the day, 'Auto Alex' Kersten is joined by other 'Shed' collectors to talk about the advantages and pitfalls of being obsessed with these cars.
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    From round tables discussing Club events and activities to in-depth interviews and from our humorous No Such Thing as a Brera Quadrifoglio series, to new model launches and first drives, there's somet …
11:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Love classic cars but don't own one? Worried that the reality of ownership will be different to what you thought once you've spent your money. We look at the various ways you can 'try before you buy'.
12:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Sustainability doesn't mean the end for classic cars. In fact, classic cars are highly recyclable. We discuss how we can reduce, reuse and recycle our classics.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
  3. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Motoring-focused discussions and observations from the automotive world, the latest news stories, and insights into the cars and motorcycles the team reviews at Driven.
12:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    We reunite the Wheeler Dealers Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead (TBC) to talk about their latest projects both on screen and in their garage.
13:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With years of experience, Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer shares advice on how to become a Wheeler Dealer so you can trade up to your dream car.
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Designed to fill your passenger seat with chat about classic cars, Becca shares stories of the ups and downs from her motoring, trying out new classic and vintage vehicles, or talks to people she's me …
14:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Youtuber 'Auto Alex' Kersten introduces some of the favourite faces and rising stars of the YouTube motoring community.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
  3. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    A celebration of everyday motoring memories, it's not just about what car your Dad drove; we chat about your Mum's cars, what your Grandparents had, discuss whether your neighbours or teachers choice …
14:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    London Environment Strategy: key objectives
15:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Starting any restoration is scary so we've gathered a panel of experts to talk you through how to get started from planning and buying parts to knowing when to call in the professionals - and when to …
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    With features like See It, Want It and Crush or Caress, it kicks the tyres on the reality of classic car life, while having a laugh in the process.
15:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Should classic vehicles be preserved or should they evolve? With the rise of the Restomod, the debate around modifying vehicles is still a hot topic.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
16:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Meguair's share their advice on getting your classic ready for concours, show & shine competitions as well as keeping your car polished.
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    The automotive adventures you see on YouTube only tell half the story. So join Alex and the team, as they discuss failed road trips, unbelievable car deals and WTF moments!
16:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    We hand the microphone over to you so you can ask our experts your unanswered questions.
10:15
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer gives you a run down of what's happening in the halls
10:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    The team from Iconic Auctioneers share their advice and tips on buying and selling classic cars at auction, highlighting some of the lots on offer at the show
11:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    15 mins
    Lest we forget. The show comes to a halt as we remember those who died so we can live. We invite all service personnel, past and present to join us on stage to be recognised
11:05
  1. Podcast Lounge
    55 mins
    A celebration of everyday motoring memories, it's not just about what car your Dad drove; we chat about your Mum's cars, what your Grandparents had, discuss whether your neighbours or teachers choice …
11:15
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    45 mins
    With a personal collection growing by the day, 'Auto Alex' Kersten is joined by other 'Shed' collectors to talk about the advantages and pitfalls of being obsessed with these cars.
12:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Love classic cars but don't own one? Worried that the reality of ownership will be different to what you thought once you've spent your money. We look at the various ways you can 'try before you buy
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
  3. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Motoring-focused discussions and observations from the automotive world, the latest news stories, and insights into the cars and motorcycles the team reviews at Driven.
12:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    We reunite the Wheeler Dealers Mike Brewer and Ant Anstead( TBC) to talk about their latest projects both on screen and in their garage.
13:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    With years of experience, Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer shares advice on how to become a Wheeler Dealer so you can trade up to your dream car.
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Ian 'HubNut' will speak to Classics World about how he made the jump from classic car journalist to YouTuber. They will also discuss how making videos about cars allowed a magical trip to New Zealand …
14:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Youtuber 'Auto Alex' Kersten introduces some of the favourite faces and rising stars of the YouTube motoring community.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
  3. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    Jaguar Enthusiast Magazine editor Wayne Scott shares news, interviews and experiences from Jaguars fans and celebrities alike to keep the worldwide Jaguar community in touch. After 100 episodes, they …
14:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    Dispelling the myth that high mileage vehicles should be avoided, we discuss the advantages and pitfalls of high mileage heroes and the best buys in the market
15:00
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    We invite the winners of the various competitions around the show - Meguiar's Club Showcase, Lancaster Insurance Pride of Ownership, Bike Pride of Ownership, and Classic America Car of the Year - to j …
  2. Podcast Lounge
    60 mins
    The automotive adventures you see on YouTube only tell half the story. So join Alex and the team, as they discuss failed road trips, unbelievable car deals and WTF moments!
15:30
  1. Meet the Experts Theatre Hall 5
    30 mins
    We hand the microphone over to you so you can ask our experts your unanswered questions.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4