D A Classics and Customs

09/06/2026

From the workshop to the big screen. 🎬

If you’ve seen the latest Bell Tea commercial, you’ll recognise this beautiful Red Trekka owned by Jennie.

We were proud to restore this classic and even make the trip to Tekapo so it could be filmed amongst some of New Zealand’s most stunning scenery.

Not every day one of our projects becomes a TV star. ⭐🚗

09/06/2026

Exciting things are in store for this Zephyr.

Before a single component is built, we’re starting with precision. This 3D scan captures every contour and measurement of the vehicle, allowing us to send exact dimensions to the USA for a custom chassis and suspension package.

It’s incredible to see how technology continues to evolve. What once took countless hours of measuring can now be done with remarkable accuracy, helping create a final product that fits exactly as intended.

Old-school classics. Modern-day innovation. The best of both worlds.

Thanks to Next Level Design for your expertise

12/05/2026

10/05/2026

Well this is one for the D A Classics and Customs memory bank and an awesome business highlight. We took Jennie’s Trekka for its Commercial debut today …come along for the ride.

Watch this space for the tv ad and campaign at the end of the month.

Bell Tea

03/05/2026

Some of the progress from last month.
GTR assembly underway with loads of brand new bits to install, few wee rust repairs ticked off on a couple of falcon utes & a 69 Charger, Custom fabrication on the chassis & body for the Barra swapped 39 Chev, repaint on the VK wagon & the HQ ute which we have fitted the tubular front arms, 4 Link rear end & Willwood brakes to. Plenty more happening so keep a look out for the next update.
Cheers

30/04/2026

No matter the car, there is no greater pleasure than being able to send a client off in their car with fresh plates after a long resto journey. Thanks Ian for allowing us to be apart of your Citroen Dyane build. Happy days.

21/04/2026

The man at work.
Adam putting the top coat on the HR Holden Restoration.

Video slightly sped up for viewing.
Spies Hecker

01/11/2025

Colouring comp winners 🥇

Congrats to this awesome hot wheels inspired picture - huge effort and looks fantastic - they have won the main prize!

We also had a family - who coloured the heck out of their images, including bedazzling with jewels and glitter - we have chosen them to win a family spot prize.

Thanks to all the entries. Wish we could choose you all. Our wall is looking epic now!!

28/10/2025

Awesome to see the huge turnout in Oamaru for the MOPARS - Chrysler show and shine.
Great to see Michaels Valiant wagon parked up in this photo line up. 👌

19/10/2025

🚨 Hey guys. 🚨

We have a colouring in competition for kids on at the moment. Lots were handed out at Hotrods to Fernside School Fair today.

Happy to email a copy for you to print (just flick us a message) or for you to come pick some up from 66 Todds Road.

Winner gets an epic hot wheels prize pack to kick start your car collection.
Other spots prizes to be won too!!

Get amongst colouring in the D A Chev and logo. Who knows it may inspire us to change its colour 😏

They need to be handed back into work by 31st of October. We cant wait to decorate the walls with the kids creations!!