What We're About
Metal work is the most important stage of every restoration as it is the foundation your vehicle is built on. It’s important that it is done once and done correctly.
We have a passion for classic cars, years of experience, and take pride in providing our customers with high-quality work in a timely manner. The final product is finished in bare metal so there is nothing to be hidden. We set ourselves apart with detailed work orders, outstanding communication, and countless photographs throughout the process to keep you up to date, involved and comfortable that your project is in the right hands. Whether it’s factory panel replacement, rust repair, or custom work, we are here to meet and exceed your expectations.
What We Do
Are you in the process of restoring your classic ride? We are here to help. We’ve developed a process that will make you feel comfortable that the foundation to your restoration is in the right hands. We take pride in our process that makes sure that your chassis and metal work is done and done correctly. We have a passion for classic cars, many years of experience, and take pride in providing our customers with high-quality work in a timely manner.
Shop Tour
Have a peek at our shop via Hot VW’s shop tour
Our Services
Volkswagen Beetle
1945-1957
Porsche 356
1950-1965
Volkswagen Transporter
1950-1967
Chassis Fabrication & Restoration
Type 1, Type 3, Type 181, Ghia Shortened Chassis (Manx/356 Kit Car) Street/Pro Street/Drag Off Road
Shop Owner
Matt Owen
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What Our Customer Say
This is a quality shop and they do top notch metal work. They are friendly and professional, and the owner is a good guy, and knows VWs. After dealing with other shops that are overpriced and deliver lack-luster work in the past, I was VERY happy to find a shop that does work correctly, even to my ocd standards, and affordably. The owner is polite and honest, and is someone I can trust with my car. Its a nice clean shop with cool vintage bikes and automobilia hung on display, fun to look at and adds to the experience. Very skilled and knowledgeable of VW Busses & Bugs, they have restoring them down to an art at this point. Very happy with the finished product every time, I am now a repeat customer and there is no where else I would go for metal work. Highly recommended.
Flyin Brian
Brian is an honest and stand-up guy who performs outstanding work. He is unrivaled in the industry with his experience and allows nothing but perfection to leave his shop and has always exceeded my expectations. The level of professionalism this shop maintains is renowned and have always been more than willing and helpful with any need I have had. I will, and always will recommend Brian's work to anyone who is looking for honest and quality work.
Nathan Munoz
Brian and his team are top notch guys. I've called many shops in the Orange County area and had no luck, until I gave Washburner's a call. Washburner's customer service is no match for anyone in the area. Brian had a ton of knowledge and insight for what I was trying to accomplish with my restoration project. After giving me great feedback, he ultimately guided me down the right path and gave me some amazing suggestions along the way. I cant thank him and his guys enough, I would highly recommend them to anyone!
Greg Hendrickson
What a phenomenal experience. I waited for Brian to have space for my project and I’m so glad I did. He did excellent work and was efficient and communicative! I feel lucky he was willing to take on my major project. The results speak for themselves!
Chase C.
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