Dave's Paint and Panel & Automotive Engineering

Dave's Paint and Panel & Automotive Engineering Automotive Restoration Specialists

We hope everyone stayed safe and dry on the weekend! Did you wait out the weather and stay cozy inside? Or maybe the rai...
19/01/2026

We hope everyone stayed safe and dry on the weekend!
Did you wait out the weather and stay cozy inside? Or maybe the rain just made your weekend adventure even more wild!
Either way, it's back to business as usual today, so brighten up our Monday in the comments - tell us what you got up to, or what you wish you had been doing!!

Our new website is now up and running! If you haven't checked it out yet, just click on the link below:
17/11/2025

Our new website is now up and running!
If you haven't checked it out yet, just click on the link below:

Dave’s Paint & Panel in Cardiff, NSW, specialises in classic car restoration and repairs. Call 0416 763 313 today to bring your vehicle back to life.

We have a new office number - 0416 763 313We look forward to still assisting you, just on a new line!You can also reach ...
12/08/2025

We have a new office number - 0416 763 313

We look forward to still assisting you, just on a new line!

You can also reach us at anytime via email: [email protected]
or
our website:

Dave’s Paint and Panel offers professional, licensed car restoration services to Newcastle and surrounding areas. Call 02 4956 5454 today for a free quote.

This 1989 Mini got the full treatment right here in the workshop.Body restored, new rubber kit, lights and a clean respr...
26/06/2025

This 1989 Mini got the full treatment right here in the workshop.
Body restored, new rubber kit, lights and a clean respray to bring it back to life.
We even modified and colour-matched the trailer to finish the job properly!

Full restoration complete ✅ Dave’s 1972 Ford Ranchero is officially back and better than ever.
20/05/2025

Full restoration complete ✅ Dave’s 1972 Ford Ranchero is officially back and better than ever.

Before & After: 1968 XT Ford Falcon 🔧What started as a weathered icon from Western NSW is now a fully restored head-turn...
06/05/2025

Before & After: 1968 XT Ford Falcon 🔧
What started as a weathered icon from Western NSW is now a fully restored head-turner. Every panel, every detail—rebuilt with precision and respect for its classic roots.

19/04/2025
!!Opportunities for an experienced Panel Be**er!!Dave's Paint and Panel is searching for an experienced panel be**er to ...
31/03/2025

!!Opportunities for an experienced Panel Be**er!!

Dave's Paint and Panel is searching for an experienced panel be**er to join our team.

We specialise in meticulous restoration and refinishing, particularly on classic cars that require a high level of skill, dedication, and attention to detail.

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated exceptional finishing skills
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Excellent time management skills
• Prior experience and references are desired

If applicants have a portfolio showcasing previous work, we would love to see it!

If you’re interested in contributing your expertise to our passion for classics and show cars, apply today by emailing your resume to: [email protected]

If you need more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us via the email listed above or at 0249565454

This VL Commodore is headed home to be rebuilt, now that we are done with restoration. We stripped it down and strengthe...
19/01/2025

This VL Commodore is headed home to be rebuilt, now that we are done with restoration.
We stripped it down and strengthened the body to accomodate some extra HP and a new diff.

Finished up in Platinum Silver and ready to face the week shiny and new… we hope you are too 😉
Happy Monday!

And last, but certainly not least: These are exactly the kinds of updates we love to see from our customers. Can’t wait ...
02/10/2024

And last, but certainly not least:
These are exactly the kinds of updates we love to see from our customers. Can’t wait to see what else the Valiant gets up to!

(post 4/4)

Finished; from a project car, to being driven home! (post 3/4)
02/10/2024

Finished; from a project car, to being driven home!

(post 3/4)

Some more shots from the process;This was a “ground-up” rebuild and included the design, fabrication, and installation o...
02/10/2024

Some more shots from the process;

This was a “ground-up” rebuild and included the design, fabrication, and installation of a custom aluminium hardcover.

(post 2/3)

Address

2/5 Nelson Road
Cardiff, NSW
2285

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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