We have the honor to work with Art Thumwood. Art’s long career started as a hobby, due to hislove for automobiles and his passion for classic Mercedes-Benz started when he was just 19years old and traded his Porsche for a 1955 300SL Gullwing in need of much repair.With Art’s diligence to restore the vehicle to its original state and his pride for perfection, hebegan 40+ journey in becoming the well-known world-wide authority in restoring these vehiclesand has encouraged us in having parts made for these vehicles once again.Art prides himself on his expertise on Mercedes-Benz vehicles made from 1931 to 1971, whichhas given him the opportunity to judged and been involved with many the top events regardingthese classic Mercedes over the years. (i.e.: Barrett-Jackson Auction, Hilton-Head Concourse,Pebble Beach Concourse to name a few) and has been an active member of the Mercedes-BenzClub of America, Gull Wing Group International, Gull Wing Group and the International 190SLGroup USA for the last 35+ years.Here at Art’s Star Classics you benefit from our experience in selling new parts combined withvast knowledge to assure you will receive the benefit of knowing you are getting the right partsand info to complete any car project and maintain your classic Mercedes vehicle all year long.Accurate Assessment of the vehicle’s need for a full or partial restoration.Expert Evaluation for insurance companies and auto shops for repairs.Sales and Acquisitions for car owners or representation at the auto auctions.Collection Management for the larger auto connoisseur.
