Services
Workshop Services
Laser Blasting
Also known as laser ablation, laser technology distributes thousands of focused laser pulses per second onto contamination layers. The laser light absorbs the contaminants, changes the state to a gas, and captures it — making it an ideal way of removing contaminants without damaging the substrate.
Laser cleaning is a much safer method than sandblasting cleaning, as it only needs goggles. Also, since laser cleaning is so precise, other processing methods/manufacturing processes can be done in the same proximity.
Parts
If you want to do the work yourself, We’ve Got the parts to help you do it!
We really are your ONE-STOP-SHOP for the kind of cars that set pulses racing. It’s no accident that Cruisin Automotive has become one of the largest supplies of Quality aftermarket performance parts in Australia. We’re Proud Dealers for over 55 U.S companies. The Big-Name suppliers that you see on your favourite TV car shows, are sitting here waiting for you to come-in, phone or email. Brands such as American Autowire, Aldan, Brookville, RideTech, Pete & Jakes, Detroit Mob Steel, FAST Fuel Injection, Kindig-it-Design, EStopp, Vintage Air, Classic instruments, Dakato digital and So many more.
Mechanical
Auto Electrical
We do a big range of auto electrical work. From full car re-wires to installation of car stereos, Installation of all type of gauges, vintage air conditioning, Fuel injection systems, Computer controlled transmissions, remote immobilizers, keyless entry and start systems.
Battery replacement, battery cut off switches. LED lighting. We use and recommend American Autowire wiring looms. American made and the best quality product on the market. We cover all our wiring in Techflex for protection against heat.
Panel & Paint
You need Panel & Paint? No need to move your car all over town to get a 1st Class Finish. We have the most up-to-date spray booth right here in our own body shop! Our highly experienced body shop staff have a lifetime of skills to bring out the Very Best in your ride and we do all our own paint mixing and colour matching here in house. Weather it’s a flawless gloss black, candy’s, pearls, flames, graphics, colour matching or concourse resprays, we strive to give you the very best available and we know you won’t be disappointed! From primer to polish, it’s all taken care of, under our roof, here at Cruisin Automotive.
Fabrication
From Roof Chop to Body Drop, We’re your One-Stop-Shop! We can build you a brand-new custom hot rod chassis, hand make an obsolete panel for your muscle car restoration, convert your leaf spring rear-end to 4 link, replace rotted out floors and handle all your rust repairs with ease. Want a custom Tilt-Front end or turn your 4 door into a 2 door, convert left hand to right hand drive and so on. We can switch your old IFS to I-Beam, bag your ride with a full air-ride system and even tweak your engine bay to accept the popular LS conversion. Come in and have a chat about what we can do to take your car to the next level, all done right here by our fully qualified and dedicated tradesmen, in our Certified Malaga workshop.
Upholstery
What would a dream car be without a professionally trimmed interior?
Weather it’s the original patterned inserts of a HK Monaro, the turquoise vinyl of a 1955 Chevy Bel Air, or classic tuck & roll custom trim in a Deuce Coup. It’s available here at Cruisin Automotive! Our One-Stop-Shop means that you don’t have to run all over town to get your car finished. No more expensive towing bills, or sleepless nights worrying about where your car is. When you choose Cruisin Automotive, your car stays right here, in our licensed Malaga workshop, getting the meticulous treatment it deserves by our skilled and qualified tradesmen. We have an extensive network of suppliers that we source the absolute best reproduction interior parts and trimming supplies from, which will make your car stand-out from the crowd! From small trimming and repair jobs to full interiors, we can manage it here for you.
What Makes Our Workshop Different
At Cruisin Automotive, we do more than turn spanners. Every job that rolls into our Malaga workshop is treated like it matters, whether it’s a quick steering tweak or a full bare-metal rebuild. What makes us different is simple. We do it all in-house, and we do it with tradesmen who live and breathe custom cars.
You’re not running between three different workshops trying to coordinate jobs. You’re dealing with one team that knows the whole car, start to finish. Mechanical, electrical, paint, fabrication and trim, all under one roof, with all the experience needed to get the job done properly.
We’re also not shy about turning away work that doesn’t suit our shop. If we take it on, it’s because we know we can do it right.
Servicing Hot Rods, Muscle Cars and Vintage Customs
Anyone who owns a hot rod or vintage custom knows standard mechanics often won’t touch them, or worse, they give it a go without understanding what they’re working on. That’s not how we operate.
We know these cars have quirks. Nothing is off-the-shelf, and not every job goes by the book. Whether it’s retrofitting a booster under the floor, tuning an older carb setup, or chasing electrical gremlins from a 50-year-old loom, we’ve been there before.
We work on pre-49 rods, 60s and 70s Aussie classics, American muscle, and late-model performance cars with modern drivetrains. Whether it’s Holden, Ford, Mopar or GM, we’ve built, driven and repaired them all.
If your car needs a shop that understands how to respect older metal and modern upgrades, this is it.
Build Support for Home Mechanics and DIYers
Booking a Service or Build with Us
Getting your car booked into Cruisin is simple. We’ll start with a chat about what you’re trying to achieve. That could be over the phone, via email or in person at the shop. If we need to see the car, we’ll book a time and give it a proper look over.
For smaller jobs, we’ll give you a timeline and estimated cost upfront. For larger projects, we can break them down into stages, from teardown to final delivery. We don’t over-promise, and we’ll keep you updated with progress throughout.
Need a detailed quote for a staged build, insurance or budgeting? Let us know and we’ll put together a proper breakdown.
Working with Interstate Clients
Not based in Perth? No problem. We work with customers from all over Australia. Cars come to us on trucks from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and regional WA. We’ve even had builds shipped from Darwin and the east coast.
We’ll organise remote consults, send photo updates and keep the communication clear. You’re never left wondering what’s going on with your car. Whether it’s a full build or a targeted repair, we treat out-of-town jobs just as seriously as local ones.
Need help with freight? We can connect you with trusted carriers or help coordinate collection and return.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I drop in for a quote?
Absolutely. We’re happy to talk cars anytime, but if it’s a complex job, booking a time ensures we can give it proper attention.
How long is the wait time for workshop bookings?
Do you supply the parts, or can I bring my own?
Can you work with my budget?
Do you handle rego inspections or engineering sign-offs?
We offer pre-inspection checks and can work with certifiers and engineers to make sure your vehicle meets the required standards.
What if I’ve already started the build?
That’s fine. We regularly take on in-progress projects and help finish what others couldn’t.
Not Just Repairs — Full Custom Projects
We’re not just a service shop. We build full cars. If you’ve got a vision for something wild, show-quality, street-driven or track-ready, we’ll help bring it to life.
We handle:
- Ground-up hot rod builds
- Classic muscle car transformations
- Custom chassis fabrication
- Air ride and suspension upgrades
- LS and modern engine conversions
- Engine bay rewires and cleanups
- Paint, body, interior and everything in between
You don’t need to organise ten different people. You just need one team that understands the entire job and knows how to deliver results.
Let’s Talk About Your Car
Whether you’re halfway through a home build, trying to get your pride and joy back on the road, or planning a full custom from scratch, we’re here to help.
Visit our Malaga workshop to talk it through in person
Give us a call for advice or to book a spot
Need parts? Check out our shop
Want to see what we’ve built? Browse our Projects
Need specific help? Use the contact form to send us details
We’re not just another service centre. We’re a full-service custom and restoration workshop that works with real cars and real people. Let’s build something solid together.
Explore Our Full Range
Our bulk buying power means that we can stock-up on parts like Vintage Air units, Borla exhaust systems, E-STOPP Brakes and more, by the dozen, not as individual items. This buying power gets passed on to our customers and you can see it for yourself in our low prices.