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Classic Car Restoration & Maintenance

Bill Rawles Classic Cars

Where it all began

Born from a love of classic cars

Bill Rawles started his first classic car restoration business over 30 years ago from his workshop in the south of England, specialising in Austin-Healeys and establishing the Rawles family name and reputation around the world.

Bill sold his first business in 2007 to set up Bill Rawles Classic Cars Ltd, a family venture with sons Charlie and Jack, specialising in all makes of classic car. With Bill firmly at the helm with his wealth of experience and knowledge, Bill Rawles Classic Cars has grown to cover all aspects of classic car restoration, maintenance and sales with quality control and attention to detail of the upmost importance. Bill has been involved in historic motorsport for over 20 years and has campaigned his Austin-Healey 3000 to many podium places. Race and rally preparation, event support and transportation are a growing part of our business.

About

Classic Car Services

We offer a full restoration service on all types of classic car, specialising in Austin-Healey.

Experts in classic car servicing

Servicing your car is an integral part of maintenance and reliability, and as a standard we will check all the critical safety factors such as chassis, brakes, tyres, fluid levels and electronics are working as they should, before another year of happy motoring. Whilst an MOT is not mandatory for some classic cars, our safety check should not be a substitute. We recommend testing the car annually and some insurance companies may require a valid MOT, which we can also provide if desired/required.

Choose an option to suit your needs, from a levels service to a full service or a pre-MOT inspection and an MOT.

Motorsport

Race proven performance, reliably first

With over 30 years of Austin-Healey competition experience, our race Healeys are built to perform, but, more importantly, to finish. From sprint racing to the Spa 6 Hours, we have tried, tested and developed components so you don't have to.

Motorsport
Final preparations ahead of Goodwood testing next week for AHS3603. 

We will have more Goodwood revival news coming soon... it's getting very exciting!
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Final preparations ahead of Goodwood testing next week for AHS3603.

We will have more Goodwood revival news coming soon... it`s getting very exciting!
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#austinhealey #healey3000 #austinhealey3000 #austinhealey100 #healey100 #historicmotorsport #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles
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🚗✨ Natters & Nibbles 2025 – What a send-off! ✨🚗 Take a look at the good time captured on Saturday morning - 2025 Natters & Nibbles has been a blast 💥 🙌 🥳 THANKYOU 

Our final meet on Saturday 09th Aug 2025 was buzzing – packed with beautiful classic cars, motor bikes, friendly faces, happy guests and all for a great cause. We were so busy we even had to turn a few away (sorry! ❤️).

☀️ Sunshine, great company, 10–1 flew by!
💛 Thank you for supporting @phyllistuckwell @home_startwinchester @parkinsonsuk @hiowaa56 - local and national charities close to our hearts ♥️ 

📸 Shoutout to @lizbarberphotography for always catching the magic on camera, and 🚁 @steve_fav for the amazing drone views!

Totals raised announced later this year… and yes, 2026 is coming! 😉 look out for the dates 🗓️ 

#NattersAndNibbles #ClassicCars #CarMeet #Fundraising #Community #billrawlesclassiccars #communityevent #social #networking #healey #mg #jaguar #porsche #mini #classiccarcommunity #charity #charityevent #carsofinstagram #drive #coffeetime #cakes #goodtimes #happyday #thankyou #cars

🚗✨ Natters & Nibbles 2025 – What a send-off! ✨🚗 Take a look at the good time captured on Saturday morning - 2025 Natters & Nibbles has been a blast 💥 🙌 🥳 THANKYOU

Our final meet on Saturday 09th Aug 2025 was buzzing – packed with beautiful classic cars, motor bikes, friendly faces, happy guests and all for a great cause. We were so busy we even had to turn a few away (sorry! ❤️).

☀️ Sunshine, great company, 10–1 flew by!
💛 Thank you for supporting @phyllistuckwell @home_startwinchester @parkinsonsuk @hiowaa56 - local and national charities close to our hearts ♥️

📸 Shoutout to @lizbarberphotography for always catching the magic on camera, and 🚁 @steve_fav for the amazing drone views!

Totals raised announced later this year… and yes, 2026 is coming! 😉 look out for the dates 🗓️

#NattersAndNibbles #ClassicCars #CarMeet #Fundraising #Community #billrawlesclassiccars #communityevent #social #networking #healey #mg #jaguar #porsche #mini #classiccarcommunity #charity #charityevent #carsofinstagram #drive #coffeetime #cakes #goodtimes #happyday #thankyou #cars
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Jaguar E-Type S1 4.2 - FOR SALE - £48,500

An opportunity to own one of the most beautiful cars ever made. This car has been in long term ownership, well maintained and could be ready to go this weekend...

A car with character, ready to be used and enjoyed. Come and see the car at our coffee morning, Saturday 8th August 2025 from 10am.
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#jaguar #jaguaretype #historicmotorsport #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles

Jaguar E-Type S1 4.2 - FOR SALE - £48,500

An opportunity to own one of the most beautiful cars ever made. This car has been in long term ownership, well maintained and could be ready to go this weekend...

A car with character, ready to be used and enjoyed. Come and see the car at our coffee morning, Saturday 8th August 2025 from 10am.
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#jaguar #jaguaretype #historicmotorsport #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles
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🚗 Last Natters & Nibbles of 2025! ☕️
This Saturday 09th August 2025
10 til 1 at Bill Rawles Classic Cars

How can we already be at the final date of this year’s Natters & Nibbles? After 4 fantastic mornings, it’s hard to believe we’re wrapping up!

We’ve had great attendance, a wonderful mix of classic cars — not just Austin Healeys, but also Jaguars, Porsches, MGs, Minis, motorbikes, to mention a few, and even a beautifully preserved push bike from the early 1900s! 🏍🚲✨

Let’s make this final one a morning to remember. Bring your classics, your stories, and don’t forget some loose change for our chosen charities. Every bit counts.

@home_startwinchester 
@parkinsonsuk 
@hiowaa56 
@phyllistuckwell 

A huge thank you to everyone who’s shown up with support, commitment, and pure enthusiasm. You’ve made each event truly special.

📍See you soon at Bill Rawles Classic Cars — let’s go out on a high! SO24 0JG

#NattersAndNibbles #ClassicCars #BillRawlesClassicCars #CarMeet #AustinHealey #Jaguar #Porsche #MG #Minis #Motorbikes #VintageBikes #ClassicCarCommunity #CharityDrive #FinalEvent2025 #coffeeandcars #familyevent #charityevent #cake #coffee #coffeelover #social #networking #family #drive #classiccar #classiccaroftheday #carsofinstagram #classiccarsofinstagram #hampshire #hampshireevents

🚗 Last Natters & Nibbles of 2025! ☕️
This Saturday 09th August 2025
10 til 1 at Bill Rawles Classic Cars

How can we already be at the final date of this year’s Natters & Nibbles? After 4 fantastic mornings, it’s hard to believe we’re wrapping up!

We’ve had great attendance, a wonderful mix of classic cars — not just Austin Healeys, but also Jaguars, Porsches, MGs, Minis, motorbikes, to mention a few, and even a beautifully preserved push bike from the early 1900s! 🏍🚲✨

Let’s make this final one a morning to remember. Bring your classics, your stories, and don’t forget some loose change for our chosen charities. Every bit counts.

@home_startwinchester
@parkinsonsuk
@hiowaa56
@phyllistuckwell

A huge thank you to everyone who’s shown up with support, commitment, and pure enthusiasm. You’ve made each event truly special.

📍See you soon at Bill Rawles Classic Cars — let’s go out on a high! SO24 0JG

#NattersAndNibbles #ClassicCars #BillRawlesClassicCars #CarMeet #AustinHealey #Jaguar #Porsche #MG #Minis #Motorbikes #VintageBikes #ClassicCarCommunity #CharityDrive #FinalEvent2025 #coffeeandcars #familyevent #charityevent #cake #coffee #coffeelover #social #networking #family #drive #classiccar #classiccaroftheday #carsofinstagram #classiccarsofinstagram #hampshire #hampshireevents
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🚗☕ Final Natters & Nibbles of 2025! 🍰🔥

Join us this Saturday, 9th August for our last Natters and Nibbles of the year at Bill Rawles Classic Cars!

For over 15 years, this free-to-attend event has brought together classic car lovers, cake fanatics, and coffee enthusiasts to celebrate community and chrome. From humble beginnings to a thriving gathering, it’s all thanks to you — our amazing supporters!

👨‍🍳 Charlie Rawles will be back on the BBQ with his legendary bacon rolls
🍰 @roserawles and her baking team are cooking up an irresistible spread of homemade cakes
🚗 Jack & Ollie Rawles and crew will be guiding the cars into place
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 And of course, Bill Rawles will be mingling with guests, as always!

💛 The event is free, but if you enjoy yourself (and we know you will), please drop a generous donation in one of our charity pots.

@home_startwinchester 
@parkinsonsuk 
@hiowaa56 
@phyllistuckwell 

It’s a proper family affair – and we’d love for you to be part of it.

📍 See you Saturday, from 10am at Bill Rawles Classic Cars!
Let’s send off 2025’s events in style 🎉

#NattersAndNibbles #ClassicCars #CoffeeAndCars #BillRawlesClassicCars #FamilyEvent #BaconRollsAndBurnouts #CharityEvent #CarCommunity #charity #carmeet #classiccars #austinhealey #jaguar #mg #porsche #cake #coffee #coffeelover #social #networking #family #drive #classiccarlover #classiccaroftheday #carsofinstagram #classiccarsofinstagram

🚗☕ Final Natters & Nibbles of 2025! 🍰🔥

Join us this Saturday, 9th August for our last Natters and Nibbles of the year at Bill Rawles Classic Cars!

For over 15 years, this free-to-attend event has brought together classic car lovers, cake fanatics, and coffee enthusiasts to celebrate community and chrome. From humble beginnings to a thriving gathering, it’s all thanks to you — our amazing supporters!

👨‍🍳 Charlie Rawles will be back on the BBQ with his legendary bacon rolls
🍰 @roserawles and her baking team are cooking up an irresistible spread of homemade cakes
🚗 Jack & Ollie Rawles and crew will be guiding the cars into place
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 And of course, Bill Rawles will be mingling with guests, as always!

💛 The event is free, but if you enjoy yourself (and we know you will), please drop a generous donation in one of our charity pots.

@home_startwinchester
@parkinsonsuk
@hiowaa56
@phyllistuckwell

It’s a proper family affair – and we’d love for you to be part of it.

📍 See you Saturday, from 10am at Bill Rawles Classic Cars!
Let’s send off 2025’s events in style 🎉

#NattersAndNibbles #ClassicCars #CoffeeAndCars #BillRawlesClassicCars #FamilyEvent #BaconRollsAndBurnouts #CharityEvent #CarCommunity #charity #carmeet #classiccars #austinhealey #jaguar #mg #porsche #cake #coffee #coffeelover #social #networking #family #drive #classiccarlover #classiccaroftheday #carsofinstagram #classiccarsofinstagram
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Occasionally, we are asked to do something a bit different, and this is the type of variety that means you never know what the day will have in store at BRCC. 

This project was to manufacture a new superheated steam coil for a steam car. 125 years old and still on the road! (the car, not Charlie)

Charlie and Steve worked to a drawing and specs to coil this steel tube to customer requirements as the original coil was fractured and broken.
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#steamcar #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles

Occasionally, we are asked to do something a bit different, and this is the type of variety that means you never know what the day will have in store at BRCC.

This project was to manufacture a new superheated steam coil for a steam car. 125 years old and still on the road! (the car, not Charlie)

Charlie and Steve worked to a drawing and specs to coil this steel tube to customer requirements as the original coil was fractured and broken.
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#steamcar #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles
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Lancia Aurelia B24S.

We recently had this lovely Lancia B24S in for clutch repairs. A lovely car but had a number of incorrect hydraulic parts on the clutch system and when this failed it meant we had to go back to the start. It was a challenge to source the correct parts and sizes and as always when working on Lancia, it required some additional problem solving. 

But now with the correct clutch hydraulics, the car is back on the road and drives lovely!
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#lancia #lanciab24S #lanciaaurelia #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles

Lancia Aurelia B24S.

We recently had this lovely Lancia B24S in for clutch repairs. A lovely car but had a number of incorrect hydraulic parts on the clutch system and when this failed it meant we had to go back to the start. It was a challenge to source the correct parts and sizes and as always when working on Lancia, it required some additional problem solving.

But now with the correct clutch hydraulics, the car is back on the road and drives lovely!
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#lancia #lanciab24S #lanciaaurelia #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles
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Jaguar E-Type S1 4.2 - PRE SALE ANNOUNCEMENT - More details coming soon. 

Sticking with the Jaguar E-Type theme, this car has arrived for sale and once again, is offering unbelievable value.

If you would like to register your interest, please contact the office on 01420 564343

More details to follow in the coming days...
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#jaguar #jaguaretype #etype #historicmotorsport #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles

Jaguar E-Type S1 4.2 - PRE SALE ANNOUNCEMENT - More details coming soon.

Sticking with the Jaguar E-Type theme, this car has arrived for sale and once again, is offering unbelievable value.

If you would like to register your interest, please contact the office on 01420 564343

More details to follow in the coming days...
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#jaguar #jaguaretype #etype #historicmotorsport #classiccarrestoration #restoration #classic #classiccar #sportscar #britishsportscar #bighealey #carsofinstagram #workshop #billrawlesclassiccars #goodwood #goodwoodrevival #motorsport #racing #rawles
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