Classic Car Repair in Charleston

Longtail Engineering - Your Classic Car and Truck Specialists

Our team thrives on the passion for classic car repairs, driven by the thrill of bringing your vintage automotive dreams to life. We handle everything from minor tweaks for newer models to comprehensive restorations for classic cars with unmatched expertise. Visit us at 6548 Ward Ave Unit 2 in Charleston, or call us at 854-275-4802 to book an appointment or discuss towing options.

Brake Adjustments and Bias Tuning
Whether your vehicle is a street car or a track car, we can help you dial in your brake performance! Whether we need to make parking brake adjustments or just perform a normal brake service, we can help you get your brakes perfected for your preferred driving needs.

Classic Engines, Transmission Rebuilds and Replacements
Our services range from routine tune-ups and valve adjustments to full transmission replacements and engine overhauls, tailored to maintain or enhance your classic car's performance. Go OEM or get modifications to upgrade clutches, differentials, and driveshafts.

Cooling System Services
Whether your car has a cooling system or not (looking at you aircooled Porsche owners), we can make sure to keep your car running cool. We offer cooling system services to make sure your cooling system is running in top shape, or verifying your airflow is proper for your aircooled vehicle to keep cool, even when you run into traffic.

Engine Mechanical and Fuel Tuning
Many vehicles require both ignition and fueling adjustments. Whether it is mechanical fuel injection (CIS), carburetors, or a form of early EFI (electronic fuel injection), we can help!

Exhaust and Fuel Systems
We handle complex fuel system repairs and custom exhaust setups for classic European cars, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to original specifications for purists.

Hard to Find Parts
We have been sourcing hard-to-find parts for classic cars and trucks since 2026. Whether it's reproduced or refurbished fuel pumps, water pumps, pistons, or other components, we can locate and install everything to ensure your vehicle maintains its original fit and function.

Headlight Restoration
We focus on lighter restorations that do not involved body work or paint. We can help you with interior panels, dash removals, HVAC repairs, and work with our local upholsterer to bring your interior dreams to life. We can also move the restoration to the outside of the vehicle, including engine out repairs, full suspension overhauls, or driveline repairs.

Maintenance
Many times older vehicles require extra preventative maintenance to keep from having costly repairs in the future. At LTE, we are aware of the nuances these vehicles require for their maintenance, and make sure we offer our clients services that make sense for both their car's long term health and their wallet.

Pre-Purchase Inspections
Do not buy a car that you have not had a thorough PPI performed on! We go through vehicles with a fine-tooth comb, making sure the client is completely aware of any issues lurking underneath what is visible on top. We have saved clients costly repairs after purchase many times!

Routine Inspections
Bring your classic exotic vehicle to Longtail Engineering for a thorough inspection to create a detailed profile based on its condition, common issues of its model, and your driving habits. We'll develop a tailored maintenance schedule and keep you updated on your vehicle's status. Identifying issues early usually means easier and cheaper fixes. If any issues arise between checks, we'll use the highest quality parts to get your car running perfectly again. For expert vintage car care services in Charleston, SC, reach out to Longtail Engineering at 854-275-4802.

Track Preparation
Our lead technician Micheal Baldino is very well accustomed to setting up track vehicles! This is his main specialty, and no matter which track you are preparing your vehicle for, we can help you reach your full potential and click off those lap times while keeping all four wheels on the pavement.

For further details on our classic car services or to get a quote, please call us at 854-275-4802. You can also request a quote directly by clicking the link below: