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.

The 2025 Schedule is Here!

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07 Nov 2025
  1. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Known as 'lead loading,' learn how to fill panel imperfections at home. This cost-saving technique is perfect for dents and damaged joints, giving you the confidence to tackle your own repairs.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Gilbert Michaelson's team will demonstrate different fillers and show you how to mix, apply, and shape body filler. Their expert tips will give you the confidence to achieve seamless repairs, making t …
  3. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Discover how to restore classic car panels using traditional hand tools and a wheeling machine. Learn to cut, mark, shape, stretch, and shrink metal, forming curved flanges with expert guidance for en …
  4. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Gilbert Michaelson will demonstrate paint correction and polishing, explaining why these processes are essential, how polishing improves paintwork, and how to spot defects, equipping you with key know …
  5. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Known as 'lead loading,' learn how to fill panel imperfections at home. This cost-saving technique is perfect for dents and damaged joints, giving you the confidence to tackle your own repairs.
08 Nov 2025
  1. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Known as 'lead loading,' learn how to fill panel imperfections at home. This cost-saving technique is perfect for dents and damaged joints, giving you the confidence to tackle your own repairs.
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Gilbert Michaelson's team will demonstrate different fillers and show you how to mix, apply, and shape body filler. Their expert tips will give you the confidence to achieve seamless repairs, making t …
  3. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Discover how to restore classic car panels using traditional hand tools and a wheeling machine. Learn to cut, mark, shape, stretch, and shrink metal, forming curved flanges with expert guidance for en …
  4. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Gilbert Michaelson will demonstrate paint correction and polishing, explaining why these processes are essential, how polishing improves paintwork, and how to spot defects, equipping you with key know …
  5. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Known as 'lead loading,' learn how to fill panel imperfections at home. This cost-saving technique is perfect for dents and damaged joints, giving you the confidence to tackle your own repairs.
09 Nov 2025
  1. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Gilbert Michaelson's team will demonstrate different fillers and show you how to mix, apply, and shape body filler. Their expert tips will give you the confidence to achieve seamless repairs, making t …
  2. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Gilbert Michaelson will demonstrate paint correction and polishing, explaining why these processes are essential, how polishing improves paintwork, and how to spot defects, equipping you with key know …
  3. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Discover how to restore classic car panels using traditional hand tools and a wheeling machine. Learn to cut, mark, shape, stretch, and shrink metal, forming curved flanges with expert guidance for en …
  4. Restoration Workshop Hall 4
    Known as 'lead loading,' learn how to fill panel imperfections at home. This cost-saving technique is perfect for dents and damaged joints, giving you the confidence to tackle your own repairs.