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Oldtimer restorer (Oldtimer restaurateur)
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An oldtimer restorer is an entrepreneur or enthusiast who specializes in restoring oldtimers. In recent years, more and more oldtimer restorers have been added, who in some cases set up their own company. This is mainly because there are more and more enthusiasts of old vehicles. Not all oldtimer enthusiasts are able to refurbish a vehicle themselves. Due to the increasing demand for oldtimers, a real market has arisen for the restoration of oldtimers. As an oldtimer restorer, it is important that you work accurately and that you have perseverance, because restoring vehicles usually takes a longer period of time. In addition, finding the right parts can be difficult to difficult. If we speak of a professional classic car restorer, knowledge and skills are important, because refurbishing or restoring vehicles, such as a car, requires a lot of knowledge and craftsmanship. In addition, an oldtimer restorer must have passion to achieve a good end result. Refurbishing oldtimers is in most cases not cheap, because parts are difficult to obtain and because many labor hours go into restoring an oldtimer. In many cases, an oldtimer restorer will have to visit different scrapyards for parts, or search via the internet to find the right parts. It also happens regularly that oldtimer restorers have to have parts copied. Finding original authentic parts requires a large network of specialists, because in many cases the parts are not just available. How much it will cost to restore an oldtimer largely depends on your own efforts. In all cases, it is important that an oldtimer restorer can be regarded as an all-round mechanic and technician.
An oldtimer restorer is therefore specialized in refurbishing old vehicles. It's not that this only relates to cars. Also think of campers, motorcycles, mopeds, trucks and agricultural vehicles. It is often enthusiasts who are active within a certain industry, who purchase an oldtimer. Think, for example, of contractors, movers, freight forwarders and passionate car dealers. In addition, there are many private individuals who like to drive an oldtimer. As described earlier, it is important that an oldtimer restorer can be regarded as an all-round mechanic and technician. This mainly relates to being able to carry out various activities independently in order to keep costs low. Which activities an oldtimer restorer performs himself depends on the knowledge, the workspace and the budget. Think, for example, of welding, sandblasting, overhaul work, upholstering chairs and installing all electronics. In most cases, it is better to have an oldtimer sprayed to a body sprayer. It is not the case that all oldtimer restorers carry out all work independently. It is fairly common that specific activities, such as adjusting the engine, are left to a car mechanic. How someone restores a vehicle is also personal and can differ per oldtimer restorer.
FIND PARTS
Anyone considering restoring an oldtimer should be well aware that finding all authentic parts can be a big task. In most cases it will be parts that are not sold by the wholesaler. In other words, an oldtimer restorer will be heavily dependent on scrapyards. There too, finding the right parts will not be easy in most cases. This is one of the main reasons that oldtimer restorers are often affiliated with a club or association. Joining the right club or association makes it possible to network in a targeted manner. As an oldtimer restorer, sooner or later it will also happen that you have to have parts copied. Another important point is the restoration of parts. Think, for example, of a gearbox that has to undergo an overhaul. Having parts overhauled is in most cases not cheap and can take a big bite out of the budget.
BUY A CLASSIC CAR
Anyone considering purchasing an oldtimer should first delve into the quality of an oldtimer. Those who do not want to be unlucky along the road will have to purchase a fully restored oldtimer. There are also quite a lot of oldtimers of which only the bodywork has been tackled. These types of oldtimers are especially suitable for driving weddings, but less suitable for daily use. It goes without saying that a fully restored oldtimer is more expensive than an oldtimer where everything is wrong. Another important point that must be taken into account is the old-timer insurance. An oldtimer insurance is cheaper, but the oldtimer insurance does have limitations with regard to use.
HAVE OLDTIMER VALUED
Anyone who has or is going to purchase an oldtimer would be wise to have the oldtimer valued. Having a classic car valued is wise, because it is important for an insurance company to know the real value. In the unlikely event that damage will occur, a classic car owner will be compensated for the damage on the basis of the valuation report. Without a valuation report, an insurance company will only reimburse the current value. The standard daily value of oldtimers is usually not high. Most appraisers can also be hired to have a purchase inspection carried out. This is advisable with oldtimers in most cases. An appraiser will look at all the important parts. Consider, for example, the quality of the paintwork and the quality of the underlying sheet metal.
WHAT DOES AN OLDTIMER RESTORER DO:
TRAINING TO BECOME AN OLDTIMER RESTORER
There are no recognized training opportunities for the profession of oldtimer restorer. However, there are enough courses for people who want to learn certain skills. Whether following a course makes a lot of sense can differ per person, because an oldtimer restorer should actually already be regarded as an all-round mechanic. Professional knowledge is important as an oldtimer restorer, because restoring vehicles is otherwise difficult. In addition, an oldtimer restorer must have a workshop, in which many tools and machines are present. There are also plenty of external training institutes where you can follow a course. Most oldtimer restorers work as entrepreneurs. Accounting is also important as an oldtimer restorer.
COMPANIES WHERE AN OLDTIMER RESTORER CAN BE EMPLOYED
An oldtimer restorer will in most cases have to be regarded as an entrepreneur or as a hobbyist. If we are talking about an entrepreneur, then in most cases an oldtimer restorer can also be regarded as a garage owner. In that case, an oldtimer restorer will have his own showroom and workshop, in which oldtimers are sold, maintained and restored.
COMPETENCES OLDTIMER RESTORER
The most important competence of an oldtimer restorer is the passion for old vehicles and technology. In addition, an oldtimer restorer must have the right motivation. Without the right motivation, it is not possible to refurbish old-timers neatly. Another important competence is perseverance, because restoring vehicles requires a lot of patience. A good eye for detail is also important, because the authentic value of vehicles must be guaranteed. In other words, an oldtimer restorer may not deviate from the original parts, or make adjustments that are not original. Another important competence is communication, because you will usually work together with different specialists. Generally important words are negotiation, inspiration, enjoyment, research, trying, insight, independence and consultation.
LABOUR MARKET PERSPECTIVE AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AS A OLDTIMER RESTORER
The labour market perspective of an oldtimer restorer is highly dependent on the craftsmanship. The profession of oldtimer restorer is a profession that is not just accessible to everyone. Potential employers will place great value on craftsmanship, as only true craftsmen can properly restore vehicles. The career opportunities of a classic car restorer can be seen in obtaining a managerial position, such as the position of chief workshop. In addition, starting your own business can be seen as growing within your own career.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY OLDTIMER RESTORER
There are no examples of the employment conditions, because an oldtimer restorer works for different employers. In addition, an oldtimer restorer can work as an entrepreneur. An entrepreneur has to determine his own terms of employment. An oldtimer restorer in paid employment will in most cases earn a salary between 2000 and 3000 euros gross per month, depending on age, experiences and further responsibilities.
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