About Us - Gloomspire Ethernal Auto Repair | Classic Vehicle Restoration Experts

How We Got Here

Look, we didn't start out planning to become Vancouver's go-to spot for classic vehicle restoration. It just sorta happened when a bunch of us gearheads couldn't stand seeing beautiful vintage rides rotting away in garages anymore.

2008

The Garage Days

Started in a cramped two-bay garage with more dreams than equipment. Fixed up our first '67 Mustang and realized we had something special going on. Word spread fast among the classic car crowd.

2012

Moving On Up

Expanded to our current Industrial Way location. Finally had room to breathe and take on bigger projects. Started specializing in British classics 'cause they kept showing up at our door.

2016

Getting Serious

Brought in diagnostic equipment that actually talks to vintage electronics. Started offering performance tuning 'cause originality's great, but sometimes you want a classic that actually keeps up with modern traffic.

2020

The Pivot Year

Pandemic hit and people rediscovered their garage queens. We stayed busy helping folks get their dream cars road-ready again. Added transmission rebuilding to our roster 'cause demand was insane.

2025

Where We're At

Still doing what we love - bringing old legends back to life. We've restored over 400 classics and counting. The shop's grown but we still treat every car like it's our own baby sitting in the bay.

The Crew

We're not your typical button-up shop. Everyone here actually drives classics - we live and breathe this stuff. You won't find anyone who doesn't have grease under their nails and a project car at home.

Marcus - Lead Mechanic

Been wrenching since he could hold a socket. Specializes in British roadsters and can hear a misfire from across the shop.

Sarah - Diagnostics Pro

The electrical wizard who can trace wiring issues that'd make other techs cry. Drives a '72 Datsun 240Z that's absolutely mint.

Dave - Transmission Guru

If it's got gears, Dave can rebuild it blindfolded. Learned his craft at his dad's shop and hasn't stopped since. Total Mopar fanatic.

Jenny - Restoration Lead

The detail obsessed one who won't sign off until everything's perfect. Restored her grandpa's Camaro and never looked back.

What Folks Are Saying

"Brought my '69 Chevelle in with a transmission that was basically toast. Dave and the crew didn't just fix it - they made it shift smoother than it probably ever did from the factory. These guys actually care about getting it right."

- Tom R.

Vancouver, BC

"I'd been to three other shops trying to figure out an electrical gremlin in my MGB. Sarah found it in like an hour. Turns out it was some weird ground issue nobody else caught. Finally runs like a dream again."

- Patricia M.

Burnaby, BC

"Had them do a full restoration on my dad's old Galaxie 500. Jenny kept me updated the whole way through and didn't BS me about timelines or costs. When I picked it up, I honestly got a little emotional. They brought it back better than I remembered."

- James K.

Richmond, BC

"These guys know their stuff. Marcus tuned my Firebird's carb and now it pulls harder than it ever has. Plus they're just cool to talk to - you can tell they genuinely love what they do. Not just another job to them."

- Derek S.

Surrey, BC

"Skeptical at first 'cause I'm picky about who touches my cars. But after seeing what they did with my neighbor's Corvette, I had to give 'em a shot. Brake job was done right, priced fair, and they even noticed a potential issue with my suspension before it became a problem."

- Linda H.

Vancouver, BC

Why We Do This

Honestly? There's nothing quite like firing up an engine that's been sitting dead for years. That first turn of the key, the rumble coming back to life - never gets old.

Every classic that rolls through our doors has a story. Maybe it's someone's inheritance from a family member, or a dream car they finally saved up for, or a restoration project that got away from them. We're not just fixing cars - we're helping preserve memories and keep automotive history on the road where it belongs.

Modern cars are cool and all, but there's soul in these old machines. They've got character, quirks, and personalities. We get that, and we respect it. That's why every job gets the same attention whether it's a quick brake job or a ground-up restoration.

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