Who are We?
We are dedicated to bringing the art of custom coach building to the highest standard. Classic Car Restoration is our passion and our business. Our goal is to learn, understand and perfect each and every car being restored. There is only one way to restore the body and soul of a classic car: the right way.
We have a reputation for quality second to none. All our restorations have countless awards at the most prestigious National and International concours.
Our Philosophy
The preservation of a car (also called partial work or cosmetic) or total frame off restoration, depends on what the clients’ goals are. Richard does it all: mechanics, chassis, bodywork, panel-beating, metal fabrication, wood working and framing, electrics, interior and top. All work and detail is done in shop and approved by Richard; his standard for excellence goes into each part of every car. Only machining and chrome are done elsewhere and approved by Richard. Background information and research is part of every restoration. Every full restoration is a min. of 3000 hrs to 4000 hrs.
Our History
Founder, Richard Grenon has been into cars all his life. At the age of 14, Richard bought his first car and turning it into a street rod that he finished and drove when he got his license. During the earlier years he built and modified many cars. For many years Richard was a chief mechanic and trouble shooter for Mazda dealerships in Montreal, Canada. Early in life he learned to look at each car with a perceptive eye. In 1981 he opened his own shop in Montreal. Au Temps Tic/ ATT Auto has always surpassed itself on quality by paying attention to every little detail. Richard puts his heart and soul into each restoration and a little bit of himself rolls out of the shop with each car. He meticulously restores the car as if it were his own, making sure each car is the best of the best. Every restoration done by Richard can be picked out of a crowd of cars, each one being recognized for the detailed work that has become Richard's signature.
