US Car WorkshopBerlin
Capital-Class Care for American Classics
From Germany's vibrant capital to our specialist workshop - where Berlin's love for freedom meets American V8 power. 5.5 hours by enclosed transporter, your classic arrives in perfect condition.
GATRAN GARAGE
Where Berlin Spirit Meets American Power
From the Spree to Our V8 Workshop
Berlin - a city built on freedom, rebellion, and reinvention. It's no surprise that Germany's capital is home to one of the largest and most passionate US car communities in Europe. The American influence runs deep here - from the historic Checkpoint Charlie and the legacy of Allied forces to the thriving car culture along the AVUS, Berlin's legendary motorway. From the wide boulevards of Charlottenburg to the industrial lofts of Friedrichshain, American muscle cars are celebrated as rolling symbols of freedom. At Gatran Garage, we channel that spirit into meticulous craftsmanship.
Berlin's US car scene is electric. The legendary US Car Convention at the Messegelände draws tens of thousands, while the Straße des 17. Juni transforms into a V8 boulevard during summer cruises. Regular meets at the Tempelhofer Feld - the former airport turned urban park - showcase everything from restored '57 Bel Airs to modern Hellcats. The Potsdam and Brandenburg countryside adds scenic routes for weekend cruises, and the Klassikstadt Berlin community connects thousands of enthusiasts across the region.
Whether you park your Ford Mustang near Kurfürstendamm, cruise your Chevrolet Corvette down Unter den Linden, or store your Dodge Challenger in Spandau - we know these machines inside out. Clients from Charlottenburg, Kreuzberg, Prenzlauer Berg, Zehlendorf, Potsdam, and across Brandenburg trust our three decades of American automotive expertise.
From the Capital Straight to Our Lift
Your classic won't start? Distance is no obstacle. Our enclosed vehicle transporter picks up your American car safely right at your door in Berlin. Whether in Charlottenburg, at the Wannsee, or out in Marzahn - we come to you, anywhere in Berlin and Potsdam.
The route via the A9 through Leipzig and Nuremberg is a well-maintained motorway corridor. Your vehicle travels fully enclosed and climate-protected - arriving at our workshop in the same condition it left your Berlin garage. After completion, we deliver it back to your doorstep.
Enclosed Carrier
Zero road exposure
Door-to-Door
We handle everything
All Berlin Districts
Plus Potsdam & Brandenburg
Fully Insured
Complete value coverage
Full-Service Workshop for Berlin's US Car Owners
From Charlottenburg villa garage treasures to Kreuzberg project cars - we handle every aspect of American vehicle care with the precision Berlin's demanding car culture expects.
Complete Rebuild
Frame-off restorations with Berlin-level ambition. Whether your barn find came from Brandenburg or your classic has survived decades in a Spandau garage - we transform it into a show-stopping machine worthy of Kurfürstendamm.
V8 Engine Specialist
Whether Chevrolet 350 small block, Ford 302 Windsor, or a numbers-matching 426 Hemi - we master every American powerplant. Dyno-tested and tuned for reliable performance on Berlin's urban streets and the limitless Autobahn.
Paint & Body
Berlin's continental climate with harsh winters and road salt demands thorough corrosion treatment. Expert rust repair, panel replacement, and show-quality paintwork that withstands Berlin's freeze-thaw cycles and urban driving conditions.
Wiring & Electrics
Complete rewiring with reproduction harnesses or custom solutions. Many Berlin US cars show electrical issues from cold winters and inconsistent garage heating - we diagnose, repair, and future-proof your entire electrical system.
Chassis & Brakes
Suspension rebuilds, disc brake conversions, and undercarriage protection. Berlin's cobblestone streets in Mitte, Prenzlauer Berg, and Kreuzberg are tough on classic suspensions - we reinforce and upgrade for city comfort and Autobahn stability.
Secure Storage
Monitored indoor storage with regulated climate - the ideal alternative to Berlin's expensive garage space. While Berlin struggles with parking scarcity and high rents, your classic winters in our heated, dry facility in southern Germany. From €199/month.
from €199/month
Common Projects from Berlin Clients
Brandenburg Barn Find Revival
The Brandenburg countryside hides countless American classics in barns and sheds. We specialize in total revivals of long-dormant vehicles - from seized engines and collapsed suspensions to complete frame-off restorations that bring forgotten legends back to life.
AVUS Season Preparation
Get your classic road-ready for Berlin's cruise season. Full mechanical inspection, fluid changes, brake check, and cosmetic refresh for the Straße des 17. Juni meets and Tempelhofer Feld gatherings.
Allied-Era Vehicle Restoration
Berlin's unique history means many US military vehicles and American cars from the Allied era still survive. We handle period-correct restorations of these historically significant machines - preserving Berlin's transatlantic heritage.
Winter Escape Package
Berlin's winters are brutal on American classics - road salt, freezing temperatures, and scarce heated garage space. Our complete winterization includes enclosed pickup, climate-controlled storage, and spring recommissioning with full inspection.
Vehicles We Service for Berlin Owners
Why Berlin's Collectors Choose Gatran Garage
30+ Years Experience
Three decades of restoring American vehicles. From barn finds to concours winners - the depth of expertise Berlin's discerning collectors demand.
Capital-Grade Quality
Berlin expects the best. Our work meets concours standards that satisfy the capital's most critical classic car connoisseurs and competition judges.
Full Transport Service
Enclosed pickup and delivery anywhere in Berlin and Brandenburg. Your classic never touches the road unprotected - even from Potsdam, Oranienburg, or Frankfurt/Oder.
Climate Storage
Southern German dry climate storage - the smart alternative to Berlin's expensive and often unheated garage space. Your V8 stays rust-free while you save on Berlin rents.
Capital-Class Care for Your American Dream Car
For Berlin, Potsdam & all of Brandenburg
Whether your V8 needs a complete restoration, a Brandenburg barn find revival, or a safe southern climate winter retreat away from Berlin's salt and frost - contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation. Full transport service from Berlin to our workshop and back.
Siemensstr. 7 · 71299 Wimsheim · Full transport service from Berlin