40+
Years of Craftsmanship
3
Generations Under One Roof
300+
Restorations Delivered
Concours
Award-Winning
The House of Payne
What sets us apart.
With over 40 years in the restoration business, our team has seen some of the most rare and unique vehicles ever built.
By being entrusted with these vehicles, we have developed a deep body of knowledge that goes beyond the shop manuals and service bulletins of their day. And we go even further, maintaining relationships with artisans who specialize in trades that are as rare as the vehicles themselves — porcelain coating, for example.
We combine this know-how with state-of-the-art equipment to restore parts, components and systems to like-new grade.
“We don’t chase volume. We take a small number of commissions each year and give each the obsessive attention they deserve.”
Tim Taylor
CEO & Master Restorer
Our Promise
No shortcuts. Down to the nuts and bolts.
Proven on the world’s great lawns & rally routes
What We Do
Dedicated to the
trade.
Our capabilities cover all facets of the restoration process — from bare frame to the final road test.
01
Full Restoration
Down to the frame: each and every part is removed and renewed using factory-correct processes.
02
Restomod & Upgrades
We support a fleet of rally vehicles and travel with owners to ensure a care-free experience. Many receive modern upgrades while maintaining an all-original look.
03
Coachwork & Paint
We remove all coatings from the bodywork, align and remove imperfections, then use period-correct, high-quality paints to bring a vehicle back to its original luster.
04
Engine & Drivetrain
An in-house team dedicated to engine performance. Machined and fabricated with extreme precision, motors are blueprinted to meet or exceed factory specification.
05
Trim & Interior
Plastics, wood and metal elements are all renewed. Our partner upholsterers ensure exact material and pattern matching, fit and finish.
06
Servicing & Care
Ongoing maintenance and storage, rally-event support on request, and in-person assessments of vehicles managed by other shops.
After · Vapor Blasted
From
$85 /hour
Trade pricing available for shops & builders
A Standalone Service
Vapor blasting & laser cleaning, on their own.
You don’t need a full restoration to use our finishing shop. Send us parts for vapor blasting or laser cleaning on their own — aluminum, cast and alloy brought back to a clean, even, factory-fresh finish, and oxidation lifted from delicate pieces without harming the metal around them.
Vapor Blasting
Engine cases, cylinder heads, carburetors, brake and suspension parts renewed to a smooth, even finish.
Laser Cleaning
Non-abrasive removal of rust, paint, oil and residue — exceptional control, no harsh chemicals.
Serving engine builders, machine and restoration shops, motorcycle and marine specialists, and collectors across Rockwall and the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Ship parts in or drop them off.
What We Do In-House
Capabilities most shops send out.
When a part or tool can no longer be found, we make it. Every discipline lives under our roof in Rockwall, Texas.
Engine Machining
Blueprinting, boring, honing, decking and balancing in-house.
Fabrication & CNC
Metal shaping, welding and machined parts made to spec when the original can’t be bought.
3D Scanning & Printing
Scan an original, rebuild it in CAD, and print or machine the part — FDM and SLA.
Paint & Bodywork
Panel-perfect surfaces and period-correct color.
Assembly & Sorting
Built up, tuned and road-proven before delivery.
Selected Work
Legends that left our shop.
A glimpse of recent commissions. Each has an in-depth restoration report on our Past Work page.
Ferrari 412P Italiano
Recreation
Aston Martin DB2/4
Drophead Restoration
Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
Frame-Off Restoration
Morgan Special
British Racing Royalty
Alfa Romeo Giulia 105
Italian Sport Touring
The Payne Standard
We bring youth back to vintage vehicles.
Every car that leaves our shop is concours-correct and road-ready — because an icon belongs on the road, not just the lawn.
How It Works
From conversation to keys.
I
Consultation
We discuss your car, your goals, and the level of restoration that fits the vision and the budget.
II
Assessment
We travel to you or assess at our Texas facility, then provide a scope of work detailing every required step.
III
The Build
Months of meticulous work, with regular photo updates and full documentation.
IV
Delivery
A finished car, a complete record, and a relationship that continues long after handover.
From Our Clients
“They handed back a car better than the day it was built. The wait was worth it.”
— Owner, Concours-Winning Ferrari
The Collection · Cars for Sale
Acquire a car we know inside and out.
Hand-selected classics, each presented with its full history, specifications and our honest assessment.
Brokerage · Sell Your Car
Place your classic with the right owner.
We broker rare and collectible vehicles discreetly, presenting each to buyers who value provenance as much as we do.