Abacus Racing

Our machine shop specializes in complete engine rebuilding for classic, vintage, and exotic vehicles. Services include cylinder boring, crankshaft polishing, and performance enhancements using components like stainless steel valves and custom pistons. With Stuska dyno testing available, we ensure precision-tuned engines deliver optimal horsepower and reliability for both street and track applications.

We offer chassis and engine dyno tuning using a DynoJet 248 and Stuska Model 800 water brake dynamometer. This allows precise measurement of wheel and flywheel horsepower, fuel mapping, and ignition timing adjustments. Our three-test verification process guarantees accurate performance metrics for high-horsepower vehicles up to 800hp capacity.

Our dedicated classic restoration division handles ground-up rebuilds of British sports cars, American muscle, and European exotics. Services include sheet metal repair, interior refurbishment, and original specification verification. Recent projects include award-winning AC Bristol restorations and historically significant 1932 Ford coupes with racing heritage preservation.

We specialize in performance modifications including exhaust systems, transmission swaps, and suspension upgrades. Our team has prepared race-winning vehicles like the Lola T70, offering services such as corner scaling, chassis prep, and Motech FAST system installations for track-optimized performance on vintage and modern competition vehicles.

Our technicians provide comprehensive electrical system diagnostics and repairs for complex automotive electronics. Capabilities include ECU programming, wiring harness restoration, and troubleshooting for vintage and modern vehicles. We service specialized systems in high-end exotics and classic cars requiring precision electrical component replacement and calibration.

We specialize in British, European, and American classic/vintage vehicles, as well as modern exotic and high-performance automobiles including Jaguars, Porsches, and Italian sports cars.

Yes, we have both chassis (DynoJet 248) and engine (Stuska Model 800) dynos available for performance testing and tuning, with three-test verification included in our standard package.

All our technicians are ASE-certified with specialized training in high-performance automotive systems, ensuring expert service for both modern and vintage vehicles.

Yes, we perform concours-level restorations using original parts and specifications, with recent projects including Pebble Beach award-winning AC Bristol models and historically significant racing vehicles.

We provide engine modifications, exhaust upgrades, suspension tuning, and racing preparation services, including dyno-verified performance enhancements for track and street applications.

Yes, our facilities handle modern exotic and luxury vehicles alongside classic cars, with dedicated bays and equipment for contemporary high-performance automotive maintenance and upgrades.

Chuck and the team here are great. Their knowledge is very impressive and are great at guiding you through the process. I had loads of questions about my little 4 cylinder engine and they answered them all. They even quick turned my head when I discovered it was warped. Had it back in two days. Great pricing. I will use them again of I'm ever back in the area.

Owners of 1980-1990's "modern classic" Ferraris who reside in or around the Richmond area live is a sort of Ferrari service desert. For no specialized independent shops in Richmond are recommended by the resident Ferrari community, the usual course of action is to take their car for maintenance to the Washington DC area - or beyond. And that's what I was doing too, until I decided to give Rob and the crew at Abacus Racing a try.

I am glad I did: the "engine out" maintenance service on my car was done right and at the right price, given the complexity of the job. Not only, but communication was good (it's a busy shop but Rob is always easily reachable) during the entire process and, having driven my car for a full two months now since being serviced I can say that Rob and his crew crossed and the "T"'s and dotted all the "I''s.

No issues cropped up following the engine-out service (no mystery noises, no weird or unexpected quirks, etc.) and, among other things, my seat-of-the-pants dyno tells me the engine was timed just right. Thank you Rob, Tim and whoever else worked on this maintenance project for a job well done: I will gladly see you again when the need arises.

The machine shop does absolute top and work. We had a small hiccup that was addressed and a stand behind their work entirely would not hesitate to bring any other work to them

The only place I take my Jaguar Ron is very thorough and polite! He doesn't hit you over the head. very fare pricing!

Abacus is a great find for your automotive restoration needs. I have a '65 Mustang that needed a new wiring harness after 54 years. Chuck and the team knocked it out in a few weeks, added some modern lights, and made it all look absolutely clean throughout. Their quality is tempting me to buy another restomod project and let the Abacus team have at it.

Rob and staff was very accommodating, and worked well with my busy schedule. They were friendly, punctual, and went above and beyond the job. I was able to pick my SUV up after hours. I dropped it off to get tires put on, and picked up a freshly cleaned car with all my brake dust wiped away. Would highly recommend! Thank you Abacus!

Chuck does top notch machine work, and both he and Rob provide outstanding work and customer support. I've come to Abacus for machine work and Dyno tuning for years and have always been treated well by them. Very fair pricing as well. Thanks guys!