Richard’s Auto Repair & Restorations

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Richard’s Auto Repair & Restorations Richard’s Auto Repair & Restorations is a trusted automotive shop in Deep River, CT, specializing in quality repairs and precision mechanical restorations.

Reliable service, expert craftsmanship, and attention to detail define everything we do. At Richard’s Auto Repair & Restorations, we’re here to help with everything from routine maintenance to full classic car rebuilds. Whether you need an oil change, diagnostic service performed, brake service/replacement, or want to talk through a restoration project, our team is ready to help. Give us a call, send us a message, or stop by the shop — we’re always happy to answer questions and provide honest guidance. No pressure, no upselling — just straightforward automotive care from people who love what they do.

1977 BMW 320i in for one of our Vintage Vehicle Inspections!If you have any questions about the overall mechanical healt...
10/15/2026

1977 BMW 320i in for one of our Vintage Vehicle Inspections!
If you have any questions about the overall mechanical health and condition of your vehicle and its components, then schedule your inspection with us today! New, old and all vehicles in between are welcome!
860-322-4664
richardsrestorations.com

Here’s a 1959 Plymouth Belvedere equipped with the 361ci Golden Commando Big Block and push button Torqueflite transmiss...
10/15/2026

Here’s a 1959 Plymouth Belvedere equipped with the 361ci Golden Commando Big Block and push button Torqueflite transmission! This full size American classic came to us for some much needed repairs and we did just that. Now, this big body Mopar is back on the road driving safely and soundly as it should be.

• Performed Inspection
• Replaced rear leaf springs, shackles and bushings
• Replaced rear wheel bearings
• Replaced axle seals
• Replaced front shock absorbers
• Replaced rear air shocks
• Replaced brake master cylinder
• Replaced inner & outer tie rods and and adjusting sleeves
• Replaced steering center link
• Replaced idler arm bushing
• Replaced brake master cylinder
• Replaced all brake hoses (3)
• Replaced front wheel cylinders (4)
• Sanded front brake shoes & drums
• Replaced rear brake shoes
• Replaced all brake shoe return springs for correct sized set
• Adjusted brakes to spec
• Flushed old brake fluid for new
• Replaced all engine & transmission mounts
• Performed Alignment

Andy Bernbaum Auto Parts
Monroe Shocks
Atlas Suspension-Atlas Spring

Another C3 back in tip top shape! We tracked down the leaks, made the necessary repairs, and got everything sealed up pr...
10/11/2026

Another C3 back in tip top shape!
We tracked down the leaks, made the necessary repairs, and got everything sealed up properly on this 1971 Stingray Vette. Diagnosed right, repaired right, and done right the first time here at Richard’s. Quality work and attention to detail keep these classics on the road where they belong!

• Replaced warped timing cover, hardware and leaking gaskets
• Replaced front crank seal
• V***r Honed fuel pump block mounting plate, replaced hardware for correct length set
• Replaced leaking fuel pump gaskets
• Replaced broken crankshaft pulley
• Cleaned harmonic balancer
• Replaced leaking water pump gaskets
• Re-sealed radiator petcock
• Resealed expansion tank hose fitting
• Changed engine oil and filter
• Replaced leaking drain plug washer
• Flushed cooling system
• Installed PCV breathers, replaced grommets
• Corrected vacuum line plumbing
• Adjusted carburetor base idle

Speedway Motors
Moroso Performance Products
WIX Filters
Valvoline Global Operations
Spectre Performance
Be Cool
Holley Performance

1967 Pontiac Tempest CustomEquipped with a numbers matching 326ci Pontiac V8 and M20 Muncie 4 Speed This stunning car un...
10/09/2026

1967 Pontiac Tempest Custom
Equipped with a numbers matching 326ci Pontiac V8 and M20 Muncie 4 Speed
This stunning car underwent a mild mechanical restoration here at our shop, and we were honored to do so. This piece of Pontiac history now drives like the day it did off the lot!

• Re-sealed transmission
• Replaced worn shifter bushings, levers & linkages
• Tuned carburetor
• Replaced spark plugs and OE date coded wires
• Replaced radiator and OE date coded hoses
• Replaces heater core
• Replaced glove box liner
• Installed and plumbed auxiliary vital gauges
• V***r hone cleaned oil filter housing and replaced gasket
• Installed and painted long tube headers
• Welded exhaust
• Replaced power steering box, pump, lines and fluid
• Replaced idler arm, v***r honed pitman arm
• Replaced all tie rods and adjusting sleeves
• Replaced all shock absorbers
• Installed crankcase breather
• Replaced pcv valve and hose
• Replaced fuel pump and gasket, fuel filter and all hoses and clamps
• Replaced engine and transmission mounts
• Cleaned transmission crossmember and replaced insulators
• Repaired all inoperable rear lighting
• Installed reverse light switch and wiring harness
• Replaced low beam lamps
• Replaced battery, battery terminals, battery cables - installed heat shielding
• Installed battery cut off switch
• Installed high torque mini starter for header clearance
• Replaced all brake wheel cylinders
• Replaced all brake shoes, sanded drums and cleaned hardware
• Replaced all brake hoses and clips
• Replaced front wheel seals
• Installed missing front bearing dust covers
• Replaced sway bar bushings and end links
• Greased everything
• Changed engine oil and filter
• Repositioned brake proportioning valve for header clearance and fabricated new brake lines
• Plugged tire puncture
• Performed Alignment

Hurst Performance
Edelbrock U S A
Cold-Case Aluminum Radiators
Summit Racing
Classic Industries
Original Parts Group, Inc.
Mr. Gasket
Valvoline Global Operations
Lucas Oil Products Inc.
GM Genuine Parts & ACDelco
AutoMeter
Monroe Shocks
Sylvania Group
Powermaster Performance
Miller Welders
O'Reilly Auto Parts
The NAPA Network

This immaculate 1987 Lincoln Continental Mark VII came in to get its quirks “leveled” out.Such as its uneven ride height...
10/05/2026

This immaculate 1987 Lincoln Continental Mark VII came in to get its quirks “leveled” out.
Such as its uneven ride height and other minor issues.
Fast diagnosing, parts sourcing and turn around time had this low mile late 80’s classic back on the road in a jiff!

• Diagnosed Air Suspension system faults
• Diagnosed power window operation
• Converted Air Conditioning system to modern r134a refrigerant
• Replaced all 4 leaking air suspension bags
• Replaced leaking air suspension compressor
• Replaced faulty LF suspension air bag control valve
• Replaced faulty power window motors in LF, LR, & RR doors

TRQ Auto Parts
Dorman Products
The NAPA Network

Meet Redsky, a 1987 Chevrolet C4 Corvette! Redsky came to the best spot around for her annual wellness check and a littl...
10/05/2026

Meet Redsky, a 1987 Chevrolet C4 Corvette!
Redsky came to the best spot around for her annual wellness check and a little planning for the road ahead. We gave her a thorough once-over, made sure everything is where it should be, and mapped out the maintenance she’ll need in the future to keep her cruising strong for years to come.

• Performed checkover
• Diagnosed abnormal noise from accessory drive
• Diagnosed power window operation issue
• Replaced driver side power window motor
• Lubricated drive door latch, lock and window regulator
• Replaced driver door seal

O'Reilly Auto Parts
Dorman Products
Power Probe USA
Corvette

1966 Ford 250 Pickup in the shop for some diagnosis, some upgrades and some much needed maintenance!• Performed checkove...
10/04/2026

1966 Ford 250 Pickup in the shop for some diagnosis, some upgrades and some much needed maintenance!

• Performed checkover
• Advanced ignition timing to specification to prevent “dieseling”
• Changed orientation of coolant bypass hose clamps to enable movement of distributor
• Diagnosed engine oil burning issue
• Performed cylinder compression test
• Performed cylinder leak down test
• Replaced tie rod ends, v***r honed adjusting clasps
• Replaced steering drag link
• Cleaned valve covers, replaced gaskets, v***r honed hardware
• Converted brake system from single circuit to dual circuit
• Replaced brake master cylinder, all brake hoses, clips and necessary lines
• Flushed old brake fluid for new
• Installed adjustable brake master push rod
• Replaced front shock absorbers
• Replaced accessory drive belts
• Replaced missing exhaust manifold hardware and donut gaskets
• Repaired LR tailpipe

LEED Brakes
Innova Electronics
Autolite
Fel-Pro Gaskets
Dorman Products
Monroe Shocks
The NAPA Network
Mac Tools

1964 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III This British beauty came to us to get some increased stopping power.. and thats exact...
09/11/2026

1964 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III
This British beauty came to us to get some increased stopping power.. and thats exactly what it received!
Along with some other small items..

• Performed maintenance checkover
• Upgraded front brake calipers, pads and hydraulic hoses
• Upgraded all suspension rubbers to polyurethane
• Flushed old brake fluid for new

fosseway_performance
Moss Motors

1966 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III in the building!This luxury classic came to us get its climate control in check, along...
08/31/2026

1966 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III in the building!
This luxury classic came to us get its climate control in check, along with some other small repairs. If you want it done, we can get it done!

• Converted A/C system to r134a
• Verified new A/C compressor operation
• Replaced A/C filter drier
• Replaced leaking A/C condenser with one-off fabricated unit
• Repaired horn wiring
• Restored power to passenger door electronics


Flying Spares

The Dr. is in 🎃This ’81 Jeep J10 packing an AMC 360ci V8 and a 4-speed manual transmission came to us needing a little a...
08/31/2026

The Dr. is in 🎃
This ’81 Jeep J10 packing an AMC 360ci V8 and a 4-speed manual transmission came to us needing a little attention and some fine-tuning, so we got it dialed back in and running the way it should.

• Performed checkover
• Repaired vacuum leaks
• Purged contaminated fuel from system
• Adjusted ignition timing to spec
• Tuned carburetor

Innova Electronics

Address

444 Main Street
Deep River, CT
06417

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(860)3224664

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