Lynx Award-Winning Restoration Projects
Lynx Award-Winning Restoration Projects
The approach to a Lynx restoration project is similar to that of a fine piece of furniture or a painting. The history of the car has to be well researched and documented prior to any work being carried out and a specific project plan and timetable is then compiled. All work must be carried out to a very high standard with a consistency of finish achieved in all areas of the vehicle.
The reputation of the vehicle restoration business in general is not a good one. This situation has arisen due to a number of factors. Often, the restoration company has historically not been set up as a business, but more as an extension of an individual's hobby and interest in cars. The commercial experience and principles required in the car restoration business are no different than those in any modern private limited company. If the business is to consistently deliver quality work within an agreed timescale and provide the client with value for money, then it must be structured and operate in an orthodox, professional manner.
At Lynx, a company structure has been established to ensure all projects are managed professionally and efficiently. A Project Manager is given overall responsibility for the entire process involved in the restoration of a vehicle. He will be the liaison between the
client and the team of craftsmen and in consultation with all involved, he will draw up a detailed project plan incorporating all of the aspects and processes, ensuring that, for instance, all long lead-time items are taken into account at the beginning of the project. His knowledge and full-time responsibility of the specific project will ensure that all work will be carried out to an agreed standard and within a specific time-frame - especially important when the car is being prepared for an event.As a company, we have consistently won awards over many years at major international events for our restoration work and for the conservationist approach to our projects. We continue to set ourselves the highest standards and will be presenting examples of our work throughout the year.
Please see Lynx Videos for animated restorations.
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Jaguar Lightweight E-Type #S850660 |
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| Aston Martin DB4GT #DB4GT/0107/R | |
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| Ford GT40 #P/1077 | |
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| Jaguar SS100 #39108 | |
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| 1959 Ecurie EcosseTransporter | |
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| Ferrari 250GT Lusso #4411 GT | |
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Ferrari 275 GTB/4 #10017 |
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| Jaguar E-type #861039 | |
If you would like to discuss any aspect of a concours restoration, please contact John Mayston-Taylor.
Below is a selection of our major successes:
| Event | Location | Year | Car | Award |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Bagatelle, Paris | 1993 | Jaguar XK120 OTS | Best Overall Interior |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Bagatelle, Paris | 1994 | Tojeiro Jaguar | Best Overall Restoration |
| Amelia Island Concours | Florida, USA | 1999 | Jaguar Lightweight E-type | Best Original Car |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Hurlingham, London | 1999 | Jaguar Lightweight E-type | Best in Class |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Hurlingham, London | 1999 | Jaguar XKSS | Best in Class |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Bagatelle, Paris | 1999 | Jaguar XKSS | Best in Class |
| Amelia Island Concours | Florida, USA | 2000 | Jaguar XKSS | Most Exceptional Car |
| Meadowbrook Concours | Indiana, USA | 2000 | Jaguar XKSS | Best in Class |
| AMOC Spring Concours | Waddesdon Manor, Bucks | 2001 | Aston Martin DB4GT | 1st in Class |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Hurlingham, London | 2001 | Jaguar Lightweight E-type | Best in Class |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Bagatelle, Paris | 2001 | Aston Martin DB4GT | Best Overall Restoration |
| New Hampshire Speedway Vintage Festival | New Hampshire, USA | 2001 | Jaguar SS100 | First in Class and Most Important European Design |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Hurlingham, London | 2002 | Lynx E-type | Best in Class |
| Pebble Beach Concours | California, USA | 2002 | Jaguar Lightweight E-type | Class Award |
| AMOC Spring Concours | Waddesdon Manor, Bucks | 2003 | Ferrari 250GT Lusso | 1st in Class |
| UK Ferrari Owners’ Club National Concours | Boughton House, Northamptonshire | 2003 | Ferrari 250GT Lusso | 1st in Class |
| Louis Vuitton Concours | Saint Cloud, Paris | 2003 | Ferrari 250GT Lusso | Most Elegant Car Overall |
| UK Ferrari Owners’ Club National Concours | Walton Hall, Warwickshire | 2006 | Ferrari 275 GTB4 | 1st in Class |
| Ferrari 60 Concorso d'Eleganza | Fiorano, Italy | 2007 | Ferrari 275 GTB4 | Best in Class |
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