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Your trusted vehicle engine reconditioners

Based in Bridgwater, Somerset, we are passionate about preserving automotive history and breathing new life into your tired engine.

Speak to our friendly team now:

Established since 1896

Vehicles of any age

Free local collection

Over a century of machining expertise 

Hamlins Engineering is a long-established automotive machining and engineering enterprise that has been renvigorating cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles since the early days of internal combustion. Founded by Thomas Hamlin in 1896, we soon became known as one of the leading specialists in vehicle engine reconditioning, rebuilds, machining and precision engineering in Bridgwater and through out the South-West. 

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We will happily take on work for any make or model of car, commercial vehicle or motorcycle, and are best-known for our work on vintage and heritage vehicles. Speak to our friendly team in the office today to discuss your requirements in full.

Make us your first choice for:

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Reconditioning

From re-boring to cylinder head work, you can count on our experienced vehicle engine reconditioners.

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Precision engineering

Highly accurate flywheel skimming, surface finishing and much more besides.

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Vintage and classic

We can help you keep your classic, vintage or veteran vehicle in perfect working order.

"Had a snapped bolt on top of my S3 8v engine causing a bad coolant leak.
Tight, awkward place and Hamlins came out asap after I called, removed the broken thread.
Would 100% use again."

- Brad Smith, on Google

Free local collection

If you are unable to bring your vehicle or engine to us, we are more than happy to help. We provide a free collection service within 30 miles of Bridgwater.​

Arrange a collection by calling:

Why choose us?

Fully equipped

Our premises is located in a beautiful historic chapel, which has been in use as a machine shop for over 100 years, during this time we have amassed a huge collection of specialised tools and equipment. Whether it's lathes, mills, surface grinders, block facers, boring bar and beyond, we have a vast array of machines at our disposal to help us to help you.

Certified expertise

We are proud members of the Federation of Engine Re-Manufacturers (FER).
Membership is restricted to those companies whose standards comply with a strict engine and machining specification but those companies benefit from the provision of a full technical, educational and business service. 

Old-school know-how

We are experts in all eras of motoring. This includes older vehicles that pre-date OBD2, electric fuel injection and ECUs!

Trust us to take care of your pride and joy

Contact the vehicle engine reconditioners here at Hamlins Engineering on:

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