Meet the Team..
Autohistoric Ltd was formed by Gregg May in early 2021 to maintain, preserve, and restore Veteran, Edwardian, and Vintage vehicles.
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We are a small team of talented engineers with a broad range of machining, fabrication, and mechanical skills.
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We have a deep ingrained passion for all things veteran and vintage and we pride ourselves on our attention to detail, comprehensive knowledge, our experience, and our customer service
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Gregg May
Founder, Owner & Director
Gregg is the owner and Managing Director of Autohistoric. A qualified engineer with over 20 years experience and a lifelong love of classic automotive engineering. Gregg grew up around classic and sports cars of all ages and varieties, and from an early age was involved in building and restoring numerous cars and machines with family and friends.
Later, he spent two years at Brooklands College, the former Locke King family home, with the old Brooklands circuit within touching distance. This cemented his love of early vehicles and the pioneering motorsport endeavours of the engineers of the first part of the 20th century. His education was interesting and varied, culminating in a degree in 2003 with qualifications in Automotive and Motorsport Engineering.
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In 2005 Gregg joined Eagle E-Types, the internationally recognised Jaguar E-Type specialists, building cars, engines, and engineering components and assemblies. In 2010 he formed Autohistoric, a secondary outlet for his passion for all things automotive.
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In early 2021 he acquired Henal Engineering, leaving Eagle E-Types to concentrate on veteran and vintage vehicles and bringing Henal under the Autohistoric banner later the same year.
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Autohistoric Ltd has an important part to play in the preservation of our early motoring history and Gregg feels privileged to be a part of this process.
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Michelle Hunter
General Manager
Michelle is a passionate and enthusiastic automotive professional and the General Manager of Autohistoric. With over 18 years of experience in management and leadership, Michelle has established herself as a strong asset to Autohistoric, combining a deep passion for veteran and vintage cars with a keen business acumen.
Michelle’s fascination with automobiles began at a young age, inspired by her father David Gibbins, a key member of the Veteran Car Club of Great Britain and lifelong car enthusiast. Michelle is also no stranger to other historic vehicles, having spent many years frequenting the Le Mans 24 hours and the Le Mans Classic events with the GT40 enthusiasts club.
Michelle is confident in taking Autohistoric forward for the next generation of veteran car owners, attracting clients from across the country who seek meticulous restoration services for their beloved veteran cars. Her hands-on approach (frequently found in the workshop assisting the engineers), coupled with a commitment to preserving automotive history, ensures that each project is treated with the utmost care and expertise. Michelle believes that every classic car tells a story, and she takes pride in reviving these stories for future generations.
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Phillip Sheppard
Restoration Engineer
A naturally talented engineer, Phill joined Autohistoric in 2022 bringing with him a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and undeniable passion for historic vehicles.
With an enthusiastic interest in engineering and restoration, Phill turned his love into a career initially serving his apprenticeship in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. From there he moved into historic aviation, working on all manner of aircraft from WW1 bi-planes to post-war fighters before further honing his skills on vintage aero engine restoration.
Phill is also one of very few people able to undertake vintage magneto restoration and rewinding to an exceptional standard – even restoring and adapting his own period correct magneto winding equipment.
With interests in historic cars, stationary engines, and all things mechanical, Phill brings a keen eye for detail and exceptional problem-solving abilities into our small team.
Rod Henton
Restoration Engineer
Rod, a founding member of the company, has always been deeply passionate about stationary engines, steam traction engines, classic commercial vehicles, and agricultural machinery. A qualified engineer, his enduring love for veteran and vintage cars began in the late 1980s and became his full-time focus by 1990, ultimately leading to the formation of Henal Engineering in 2005.
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With over 35 years of hands-on experience, Rod continues to apply his exceptional skills in maintaining and rebuilding these early pioneering vehicles with Autohistoric.
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Renowned for his ability to preserve original components, restore worn assemblies, and manufacture intricate parts, Rod is a master fabricator and machinist. His knowledge of veteran-era cars is second to none.
And when it comes to driving—there’s simply nothing he can’t handle. Rod is a natural behind the wheel of anything you put in front of him.
Work with us...
We are often looking for enthusiastic and experienced individuals to join our expanding team.
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Even if there are no specific positions currently available, please do get in touch if you have an interest in a career with Autohistoric.
If you have a passion for veteran and vintage vehicles we would be very pleased to hear from you