Episode Details

Peter Vandesluys has spent decades restoring classic motor cars, both in Australia through his company Re-creation Automotive and previously in the United States. Over the years, he’s brought countless beautiful machines back to life—but one recent project stands out as both his most challenging and most rewarding.

In this episode, Peter shares the remarkable story behind the restoration of a 1962 Lancia Flaminia Sport Zagato. Originally built to compete in legendary events like the Targa Florio in Palermo, Italy, the car lived a hard and varied early life before arriving in Sydney in 1965. After years of wear and neglect, it has now been given an extraordinary new lease on life.

This isn’t just a story about restoration—it’s about history, craftsmanship, and the next chapter of a truly special car. As Peter explains, finishing the restoration was not the end, but the beginning of yet another colourful phase in the Flaminia’s journey.

We hope you enjoy this conversation with Peter Vandesluys of Re-creation Automotive.