Ashley & James coachbuilding

07/03/2026

Ashley & James Coachbuilding are looking for a fully skilled self-employed coachbuilder and panel maker to assist with ongoing restoration and bespoke projects.

Work includes vintage & classic vehicle restoration, aluminium panel fabrication, and occasional modern concept builds.

We are a small workshop focused on craftsmanship rather than production bodyshop work.

Requirements
• Experience forming aluminium panels
• Vintage & Classic car restoration experience essential
• Able to work independently and to a high standard
• Professional manner with clients

Details
• Self-employed / subcontract basis
• Flexible ongoing work
• Workshop near Lymington, Hampshire

References and examples of previous work required.

Please send brief details, photos of previous work and references to Andy at

Ashley & James Coachbuilding
Email: [email protected]
Telephone : 07917890234

07/03/2026

Ashley & James Coachbuilding are looking for an fully skilled self-employed coachbuilder and panel fabricator to assist with ongoing restoration and bespoke projects.

Work includes vintage & classic vehicle restoration, aluminium panel making, and occasional modern concept builds.

We are a small workshop focused on craftsmanship rather than production bodyshop work.

Requirements
• Experience forming aluminium panels
• Vintage & Classic car restoration experience essential
• Able to work independently and to a high standard
• Professional manner with clients

Details
• Self-employed / subcontract basis
• Flexible ongoing work
• Workshop near Lymington, Hampshire

References and examples of previous work required.

Please send brief details, photos of previous work and references to Andy at

Ashley & James Coachbuilding
Email: [email protected]
Telephone : 07917890234

05/12/2025

Haven’t posted for a while, here’s a few old projects, new content coming soon.

12/10/2025

Had a stylish ride with a great friend of mine in a 32 Ford convertible hotrod to the concours D’ Elegance at the Breakers last Sunday. Fantastic weather and talking to amazing people about their beautiful cars.
After the show we cruised ocean drive and Newport on such a beautiful sunny day.

04/10/2025

Great day at the Rough point gathering yesterday, such a relaxed and enjoyable afternoon.
We are at the breakers Concourse D’Elegance tomorrow early, I know some of you will be there, so say hello if you see me. More pictures from tomorrow to follow. 🇬🇧

02/10/2025

We are going to see the cars at Roughpoint mansion tomorrow in Newport RI.
If any of you are going say Hi 👋. The Gathering

Presented by Bank of America

The Gathering is a day-long bespoke luxury event at Doris Duke’s spectacular estate, Rough Point.

This elite garden party offers the best food and beverages that Rhode Island and New England have to offer, as well as custom automobile marques, luxury lifestyle brands, new car unveilings, celebrities, and more!

02/10/2025

We are going to see the cars at Rough point mansion Newport RI tomorrow at the gathering. If any of you are going say Hi 👋

23/07/2025

Come find us for a coffee and a chat.
Andy

09/05/2025

Haven’t posted in a while, we have had our noses to the grindstone.
Here’s a nice little picture.

21/01/2025

Another selection of cars undertaken here over the years. #

03/11/2024