◈ Est. 1992  ·  Horam, East Sussex

Specialist in
MG Restoration,
Special Builds & V8 Conversions

Home of quality MG restorations. Own a fabulously refurbished MG built to your exact specification — fast, safe, reliable, and a real head-turner.

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30+
Years Experience
MGB
Restoration Experts
V8
Conversions
MGOC
Official Sponsor
01

Build Your Dream MG

Choose every detail — engine, trim, performance upgrades. We build your MG exactly as you envision it.

02

Restore Your Classic

We take your dilapidated MG or start from a Heritage body-shell and return a concours-standard car.

03

Browse Our Stock

Continuously changing stock of MGB, MGA, MGC, Midgets and more — all quality-checked by our team.

What We Do

Expert Services,
Exceptional Results

HCR prides itself in providing customers with the very best quality of workmanship across every aspect of MG ownership.

Full Restorations

Heritage body-shell or your own car — rebuilt to our exacting standards with brand-new or reconditioned parts throughout.

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V8 Conversions

The Rover V8 weighs only marginally more than the 1800 B engine — more power with handling largely unaffected.

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Custom Specification

Paint, dash, exhaust, wheels, leather interior — the choices are endless. You spec it, we build it.

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Servicing & Repairs

From routine maintenance to specialist work — keeping your MG in peak mechanical condition all year round.

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DIY Support

Build your own Heritage MGB the easy way. We do the hard work — stripped shell rebuilt, painted, and returned to you.

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MGs for Sale

Continuously changing stock — MGB, MGA, MGC, Midgets and more. Concours to solid runners, all quality-assessed.

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HCR Workshop
30+
Years in
Business
About HCR

A Company
You Can Trust

Horam Classic Restorations Ltd is owned and run by Mark Gessey. Begun in 1992 as a hobby, it has grown into one of the UK's most respected names in MGB restoration.

Mark personally welcomes visitors to the workshop in Horam, East Sussex — come and see progress on your own project or browse cars for sale. Please contact us first to arrange an appointment.

  • Featured in MG World magazine — June/July & Aug/Sept 2002
  • Proud sponsors of the East Sussex MG Owners Club
  • MGOC member discount on all labour & services
  • Most major credit/debit cards accepted; part exchanges welcome
Our Story
How It Works

From First Call
to Finished Car

Every restoration starts with a conversation. Here's what to expect when you bring your MG project to HCR.

1

Consultation

Book a visit. We discuss your goals, budget, and vision for the car — no obligation.

2

Assessment

We inspect your vehicle (or source a Heritage shell) and produce a detailed spec and quote.

3

Build

Our craftsmen get to work. Visits to see progress are encouraged throughout the build.

4

Handover

Your finished MG — roadworthy, stunning, and built to your exact specification.

Proud Sponsors of the East Sussex MGOC

Members receive a discount on all labour charges and services at HCR. Mention your membership when you enquire.

MGOC Member Discount Available
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Let's Talk About Your MG

Whether you want to buy, restore, or simply get advice — we'd love to hear from you.

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