Our Staff

Vintage Restorations Ltd. has an experienced, professional staff that is willing to go the extra mile to ensure that the final product is both what the customer expects and desires. We are always happy to provide encouragement, free advice and technical assistance to anyone who is thinking of purchasing an antique car for refurbishment or restoration.


John M. Tokar, Owner and Operations Manager has 40 years experience with British cars. John began collecting British cars while in college and developed a specialty in MG sports cars. After receiving a degree in Chemistry, he joined the Federal Government (NOAA) to pursue a career in oceanography/ocean engineering. He also holds a Master of Science in Engineering/Management. Vintage Restorations Limited was formed as a corporation in 1992. After retiring from the Government in 1998, John expanded the company and began operating the business full time. He has personally restored and currently owns a number of British cars, including this MGA. His long standing affiliations with noted automotive organizations including the MG Car Club Washington D.C. Centre and the North American MGA Register (NAMGAR). He also serves as the Vice Chairman of the Chesapeake Chapter of the New England MGT Register (NEMGTR) and the Chairman of The Original British Car Day.

 

Tom Fatigati, Restoration Technician, has 20 years experience in the automotive body/paint industry with specialized skills in welding and metal fabrication. Tom is a certified welder/master technician (Icar) and a certified painter (ASE). He applies "Old World" repair methods to perform collision repair and restoration work. Tom has worked his way up through the ranks and is knowledgeable in all makes and models.

Andrew Reiker, Restoration Technician, has a degree in Automotive Technology and Applied Service Management from Wyoming Technical Institute. His skills include tear-down, parts cataloging, electrical diagnosis and 150 Point Car Evaluations. Andy also performs general service work, mechanical troubleshooting, component repair, and brake and suspension rebuilding. He previously worked at a Toyota dealership for five years where he acquired ASE certification.

 

Matt Hegler, Restoration Technician has over 25 years experience with British cars including Triumph, MG and specializing in Austin Healey and Jaguar. Experience includes bodywork, painting, engine repair, interior/upholstery, and wiring. Matt is also skilled in body restoration, engine rebuilding, general assembly and final detail work.

Lin Snider, Restoration Technician, has a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Business Administration. He has over 40 years experience collecting and working on British cars with expert knowledge in MG sports cars. He performs all operations in support of the restoration process. Lin has been affiliated with the Chesapeake Chapter of the New England MGT Register since 1974 and is currently serving as that club's Events Chairman. Lin also assists with company administrative operations and customer relations.

 

Laurel Tokar, Restoration Assistant - Laurel has been around British cars since her childhood. She performs all tasks required to achieve a quality restoration including, tear down, re-assembly, parts refurbishment and painting. She also assists with office administration, parts and inventory control. Laurel uses a 1970 MGBGT as her daily transportation, rain or shine, disproving the myth that an MG can only be used for shows and weekend drives!


Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday: 8:00am until 5:00pm
Saturdays:  by appointment only

Vintage Restorations Limited
52 North Main Street, PO Box 573
Union Bridge, Maryland 21791

410-775-0500 (Phone)
410-775-0501 (Fax)

tokarj@VintageRestorationsLtd.com

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