Black Cherry Autoworks

This ’57 is starting to look like a car again.

That is always a good feeling.

After receiving epoxy primer, it was time to bring the body back together and see the project as a whole.

With everything reassembled, we can now move into final bodywork, refining the panels, checking the lines, and preparing every surface for what comes next.

Follow along as we bring this ’57 one step closer to the road.

Bare metal may look ready from a distance, but this is where the careful work begins.

Before primer or paint can do their job, the surface needs to be properly cleaned, shaped, and prepared.

Any issue left in the metal can affect how the next layers bond, how the finish looks, and how the work holds up over time.

This stage takes experience because every panel responds differently.

We take the time to read the metal, correct what needs correcting, and make sure the surface is ready before moving forward.

Good paint starts long before the paint booth.

Every stage matters. Every detail has a purpose.

For us, restoration starts by understanding the vision behind the vehicle.

If the goal is to preserve its original character or create something entirely personal, we take the time to ensure the work feels right for both the car and its owner.

From the first plan to the final finish, we at Blackcherry Autoworks restore each vehicle with craftsmanship, care, and a clear respect for the vision it was built around.

For this restoration, we are creating a custom paint finish for one specific area of the vehicle.

It might seem like a small part of the overall build, but getting it right take

We look at the colour, the surrounding panels, the body lines, and how everything will sit together once the vehicle is complete.

The client came to us with a vision.

Our responsibility is to listen carefully, put the energy into the details, and build something that feels balanced and true to what they had in mind.

At the end of the project, we want them to look at their vehicle and feel proud that it is finally theirs in the way they always imagined.

A collision or years sitting unfinished doesn’t have to be the end of your classic’s story.

If you have an active ICBC claim or a restoration project ready to move forward, we can help with body repairs, metalwork, panel replacement, paint, and full exterior restoration.

Send us a message to discuss your classic, hot rod, or restomod.

Red has a way of showing everything.

Under the paint booth lights, every curve and body line comes forward.

It is one of those colours that makes the preparation behind it matter even more.

These parts are fresh out of the booth and already giving a glimpse of where this project is heading.

If you have been holding onto an idea for a vehicle, come talk to us about it.

A good finish is not only about the colour.

A lot happens before a vehicle ever reaches the paint booth.

Preparing the panels, checking the surface, taking a second look when something does not feel quite right.

That is where the final result really starts.

We care about those steps because they are what make a finish look right when the vehicle is back out in the light.

If you have a vehicle you are thinking about restoring or refinishing, feel free to reach out.

We are always happy to talk through the possibilities.

Every classic that comes through our doors has a story.

To us, a true restoration takes time, experience, and an understanding of what makes a vehicle special in the first place.

It means knowing what can be repaired, what needs to be replaced, and how to preserve the character that made it worth saving.

That’s why we approach every build with patience and dedication.

From the metal beneath the paint to the final finish, we do the work properly.

Because the details are what make a classic feel like itself again.

Have a classic that needs restoring, repairing, or bringing back to its best?
Send us a message to discuss your project.

It’s usually the little things that change how a vehicle feels.

The finish around an edge.

The alignment of a panel.

The parts of the work most people may never point out...but will notice when they’re right.

What’s one detail on your vehicle that you always look at first?

Send us a message if you have a project in mind.

Do you have a classic car sitting in the garage that's been waiting for some attention?

If rust, worn bodywork, or old metal have been holding back your restoration project, that's exactly what we do at Black Cherry Autoworks.

If you've been thinking about it for a while, now's a good time to just ask.

Reach out for a quote or estimate, and let's talk about what your car needs.