Who We Are

Here at Richard’s Auto Repair & Restorations, we do not have layers of administrative personnel to support. We are a small, customer centric repair and restoration shop. When visiting Richard’s Auto Repair & Restorations, your technician is your main point of contact and you will be carefully and completely informed of all work needed to complete your repairs, prior to your authorization for us to proceed.

Rich has extensive experience as a technician and facility manager over the past 7 years in two award-winning shops, Hammonasset Service Station Inc. and Cardone & Daughter Automotive Inc. Providing both auto repair and mechanical restoration services within the CT shoreline area. His priority is a completely satisfied customer having their expectations exceeded and never being overcharged.

What We Do

  • Complementary multi-point inspections when you come in for repairs

  • All Routine and Preventive Maintenance, Oil/Fluid changes, Tune-Ups and more

  • General Repairs of all types

  • Tires/Brake Systems/Alignment

  • Electrical, Battery, Starting and Charging Systems

  • Cooling Systems, including radiators, hoses and water pumps

  • Suspension component modifications, service, repairs and replacement

  • Exhaust System modifications, repair and replacement

  • Emission Systems service, repairs and replacement

  • Engine, Transmission, Driveline and Drivetrain customization, swaps, service, repairs and replacement

  • Air & Fuel Delivery Systems customization, swaps, service, repairs and replacement

  • Correct winterization and de-winterization of your seasonally driven automobiles

We also take pride in performing

  • Mechanical Restoration and Customization of both Contemporary and Vintage Automobiles

  • Unique vapor honing services used in both machine and restoration work

  • Regular and Low profile tire mounting and balancing

  • LS & LT series engine/drivetrain swaps and more

  • EFI & Carburetor swaps on various makes and models

  • Performance modifications to many & most years makes and models

  • Custom desired spec Vehicle Alignment

  • Welding/Fabrication Services and more!

What We Promise

  • Professional, knowledgeable and courteous staff

  • High level of communication regarding your service visit

  • Careful attention to detail while performing our services to protect your investment

  • We will only use quality parts and fluids from reputable vendors, correctly sourced and fitted to your vehicle, for long-lasting repairs.

  • Protective equipment will be utilized to safeguard your vehicle from scratches and marks

  • Descriptive, completely itemized and understandable invoices

  • Clean, organized facility and service area

  • We strive to provide un-delayed repairs and prompt return of your vehicle after your service is completed

With Rich’s

As much as we enjoy the classics and the mechanical customizations and restorations we do, we understand and appreciate our customers’ needs, to maintain their daily driven vehicles properly and in an economically sensitive manner. We believe a completely satisfied customer will always return.

Our hours of business reflect what we believe is best and most convenient for our customers. A 24-hour key drop is provided for further flexibility during off hours. We are here to provide our community of customers with high quality, affordable personalized service, repairs and restoration work.

Happy Motoring!

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