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Classic Car Auto Electrician Perth

Give your classic the gift of 21st century technology

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Perth's Trusted Classic Car Auto Electrician

Voltaic’s classic car auto electrician services cover everything from full wiring and harness restoration to high-output alternator and dual-battery system upgrades, ensuring your vintage ride starts reliably every time.

We specialise in factory-style air-conditioning retrofits—complete with electric compressors, Vintage Air under-dash units, lithium battery relocations and custom-made brackets—for a seamless, showroom-quality finish. Our team also discreetly integrates modern conveniences like LED lighting, dash-cams, USB charging ports and hidden wiring, blending heritage respect with 21st-century technology.

Backed by dual-trade qualifications and 20+ years’ experience, we deliver concours-level authenticity or daily-driver comfort tailored to your classic.

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Our Car AC Installation Services

Rebuild or custom-manufacture your wiring loom to original or bespoke specs—banish dodgy connections and shorts.

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Need more power? We’ll upgrade to a lithium setup and relocate the battery (usually to the boot) for a neater engine bay and better weight distribution.

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We fit Vintage Air systems under-dash and integrate them seamlessly—even into models that never had factory air.

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Discreetly install LED headlights, USB charging ports, dash-cams and reverse cameras—tucked neatly behind trim for a factory-fresh look.

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Factory-style air-conditioning retrofits featuring:

  • Custom electric compressor installs for tight engine bays
  • Lithium battery upgrades and relocation
  • Seamless Vintage Air under-dash systems
  • Hand-made brackets and bespoke fabrication
  • Hidden hose and wiring routing for a spotless bay
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How to Fit Out Your Classic Car

1

We Plan the Perfect Fit With You

We inspect your vintage vehicle, map out wiring routes and AC mount points, then craft a tailored electrical and air-con solution—no off-the-shelf kits, no guesswork.

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Custom Install & Fabrication

From hand-made brackets and bespoke wiring looms to lithium battery relocation and under-dash AC fitment, everything’s fabricated and fitted in our workshop for perfect integration that respects your car’s character.

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You Drive Away With A Clean Finish

We conceal all hoses and wiring, run comprehensive system checks, and deliver a spotless, factory-style install—so you drive away with reliable performance and ice-cold air, even in Perth’s worst heat.

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Classic Car AC Retrofit Case Study

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Custom A/C Install in a 1970 XY GT Falcon Replica

Aaron brought us a serious street machine—a 1970 Ford XY GT Falcon replica with a 445ci Dart stroker, 8/71 blower, and 832hp on tap. He had one question:
“Can you fit aircon… and can you do it in two days?”

The Build:
With no prior mock-up or measurements, the Falcon rolled into the shop. Here’s how we made it happen—cleanly and quickly:

  1. Electric Compressor: Traditional AC was a no-go with the blower and Gilmer setup. We opted for a compact electric unit, neatly mounted where the battery tray used to be.
  2. Lithium Battery & Boot Relocation: To power the compressor, we upgraded to a lithium battery and relocated it to the boot—freeing up space and improving weight distribution.
  3. Vintage Air System: Supplied by Rohan at Australian Auto Air, the under-dash system was integrated seamlessly. Factory-look finish, icy-cold vents.
  4. Custom Fabrication: Every bracket was custom-made. Nothing off-the-shelf. We engineered it all to fit perfectly.
  5. Hidden Wiring & Hoses: All lines and harnesses were routed through the guards for a clutter-free engine bay.

The Result:
In just 48 hours, we delivered a fully functional, show-quality A/C install—no shortcuts, no mess. Aaron drove away with 8-degree air and a bay that looked untouched.

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Previous Classic Car Auto Electrical Fitouts

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Interior of a car AC installation in Perth showing the vintage AC dials

Common Classic Cars We Work With

Below are some of the most common classic cars work with:
  • Ford Falcon (XT, XW, XY, XA, XB, XC)
  • Holden Kingswood & Premier (HQ, HJ, HX, HZ)
  • Holden Torana (LJ, LH, LX, UC)
  • Valiant Chargers & Regals
  • Toyota LandCruiser (40 Series, 60 Series)
  • Datsun 240Z / 260Z / 280Z
  • Mazda RX-3 / RX-4 / RX-7 (early gens)

We can also work with American models like Chevrolet Camaros, Chevelles, Novas, and Impalas, as well as Ford Mustangs (especially pre-’73 models), Dodge Chargers and Challengers, and Pontiac GTOs and Firebirds. These often had dealer or under-dash units, but modern electric compressor retrofits make a world of difference.

Our Google Reviews

Carlos Z
Great work from the team. They were all super polite, friendly and helpful. Had my UHF installed in my Jimny and Anthony was a great technician that made the process a breeze. Definitely would recommend.
Christine Jackson
Thank you ,Dion who repaired my electrical fault. it was so good to receive such excellent service . His efficiency and friendly nature was very much appreciated. I highly recommend Dion a top grade electrical mechanic. We could do with more top workmanship like Dion. Thank You
Kevin Patten
I recently returned to Voltaic Welshpool to have a few upgrades to my Landcruiser 200 series after a great experience having a new GME XRS-370C CB radio installed. This time had a Headlight upgrade, solar panel installed on rhino rack plus a Gator Dash Cam installed. From booking through Jaimee at reception to Max doing the installation the whole process was very friendly and professionally done. Great communication throughout the whole process delivered the end result being a very satisfied customer. I highly recommend the Voltaic team and also make mention of the great cooperation with the Elite Tune team who also did some great work at same time & place. Congrats to you guys.
Cheers Kevin Patten
Peter frey
Great front line reception staff
Paul Gummer
Took in my first company ute for a mine and fitout. Great service, took their time, quality workmanship, explained everything and completed a good walk down after. Will use for each of my fit outs.

Highly recommend
Robyn Cornwell
Dion fitted dual battery, radio and power outlets for solar blanket and fridge to our Prado. Very happy with the professional service, discussion of options and fielding questions post installation. Thanks
Jason V
I haven't had the pleasure of using Voltaic's services, but my review is solely based on my interaction with one of their staff.

Vince rang me to let me know that a courier dropped off a package for me. They had dropped it off to them instead of where my office was, a couple of buildings further up the road.

Vince was courteous, very professional and was happy to hold on to the parcel for me.

I was very impressed by Vince. His honesty, integrity and attitude to doing the right thing is truly admirable. If Vince exemplifies Voltaic's company philosophy and approach to interactions with the general public, I will definitely look to them to get work done on our fleet vehicles.
Shane Yaxley
Highly recommend this company there was no problems in squeezing us in before our Easter holiday. Kayne the technician working on our landcruiser was top notch,very informative and spot on with his diagnosis and phone manner was impeccable 👌
Stefan Lam
Booked in to have a chat with Kody, went through ideas and plans for a dual battery set up. He was very knowledgeable and had a a good plan on how to execute my idea.
When picking up the van the work done was everything we had discussed, the work done was spot on and to a high standard.
This is the second time going with Voltaic and will be back for more work in the future!
Craig Missen
Had a urgent job to fit flashing light to a truck rung Voltaic and they were very accommodating and fitted me in the next morning
Anthony the auto electrician was a fantastic bloke and very accommodating to my needs nothing was a problem
Highly recommend this company and would definitely use them again
Thanks mate
Tze Chau Wong
Anthony great job 👍
Daniel Murphy
Great experience with Voltaic all the way from start to finish. Jamie and Tara were very helpful with quotes, pricing and ordering. Anthony installed the light bar and UHF to my Hilux GR Sport with absolute technical precision and conducted himself like a true blue Aussie professional. Definitely be back for future works.
Dave King
Awesome work Max had a new stereo system fitted very happy with it

Had a compressor fitted under the seat of my landcruiser great work thank you

Just had dual battery fitted to my 2023 Toyota V8 landcruiser thanks Max awesome job

The front bar lights and reverse lights are awesome as well thanks Voltaic great quality work I recommend Voltaic for all your car electrical needs cheers
Ian Howells
Jon Turner
I've been coming here to Welshpool for a while now with my FJ Cruiser and i am really happy with them. A decent sized business, with a large staff, more than one shop and a highly professional and organised operation, yet still really friendly and interactive. They are not the cheapest mob in town, but their costs are fair and reflect in the quality of their work.
Today i saw Tara at the front desk who was lovely and very helpful, as well as knowledgeable and young fella Max, who is a rippa! See you next time. JT from Kalamunda.
Tony Butler
Recently had my ute fixed at voltaic James was fantastic to deal with as well as the girls on reception a very professional place I would not hesitate to recommend them
Laurence James
Booked and was in quickly.
Had a good consultation with the technician
Work was done quickly and efficiently
I was kept informed during the job by the tech about progress and any issues that may arise
Ian
Unfortunately the bloke who originally quoted couldn't do the job, however Liam Jumped in and made sure everything was done correctly, communication was great.
rhys Minihane
Kane did a great job on gauges and some electrical issues I had in my ute , I would highly recommend
mark komene
Team Voltaic did an awesome job fitting slimline lithium battery, 2,000 watt inverter, mini starlink on the roof rack plus fix up a lot of the wiring from previous owner doing a DIY. Great service from Chippa on quote and great work by Dion on fitment and fixing up previous mess. Thoroughly recommend Voltaic auto electrical.
Frank Iglesias
Fantastic experience from the first phone call to completion of job…. Emailed the quote and booked us in after acceptance .
The work shop is very clean and tidy and all the staff we dealt with were very pleasant to deal with.
Thank you Kayne for the work and all the advice.
Mark Harro
after shopping around a lot i found these guys
just amazing service
young anthony explained my fitting today of the uhf and antenna mounts job on my next gen ranger , polite informative and bloody knowledgeable , install was smashed out and also showed me lots of ideas and extras that do
literally blown away job is so neat professional and can’t wait to get more things i’ve found my one stop shop
looking forward to my dual battery set up
and more

i would highly recommend speaking to this young bloke about anything you want regarding fit outs
also they have way more than what i thought in their workshop
legend mate thanks heaps
also that have a lay down yard so me being fifo for my next jobs you can leave your car their fully secure
stoked
Mitchell Bevan
Kayne did a great job recommending products that were suited for my requirements. He also took great care during the install and communicated well as needed. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a clean 12v setup.
AsiaXPAT
Dion worked out a plan to install a second battery system for a Star Link. The work was done promptly and everything was very tidy. He also was very thorough in explaining how to operate the system. The pricing was reasonable. Highly recommend Voltaic and Dion
Daniel.s
I had a fantastic experience with Voltaic Auto Electrical!

Kody was excellent throughout the process and listened to all my requests and concerns. The communication was excellent, and I was informed every step of the way. Kody followed through and did a fantastic job on my Landcruiser.

Thank you guys very much, and thanks, Kody!!
Cian Jeffs
Took my car to voltaic to get some aftermarket headlights installed. Anthony did a fantastic job with the install, knocking it off in less than a day. he called me halfway through the day to let me know the plan and was more than happy to walk me through the work that had been completed when i came to pick it up. Top bloke!
Jody Williams
Finding a trustworthy tradesperson can be daunting for me, but I couldn’t have felt more at ease. From the start, the team at Voltaic were prompt to reply, helpful, friendly, and completely upfront about costs—no hidden surprises or upselling. I never felt like a burden or that my questions weren’t valued. Their honesty and integrity truly stood out, and I’m grateful to have found a business I could rely on. Highly recommend!
Natalie Roberts
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Giving helpful suggestions and advice. Pleased with the work done.
Zyzz Reborn
A very very capable team of young lads who heavily focus on quality and presentation. You can openly communicate with the team and they will take everything you say to account. I will be recommending voltaic to my family and friends.
Alex Warren
After several bad experiences with a dealership (car under warranty) I decided to go elsewhere. Voltaic staff have customer service unparalleled. They went above and beyond researching different solutions (parts new, used, genuine and independently sourced) and gave me comfort and confidence that I was getting the best possible service and workmanship. Especially if you haven’t much car knowledge, I wholeheartedly recommend Voltaic. The technician fixing my car (James) brainstormed so many options for me until we found something that matched my budget and timeframe I needed my car back in. Genuine and trustworthy, James knows his stuff and is keen to help make a difference when he can.
Trent Little
Last minute urgent appointment to check out my electronic break system whilst driving through Perth. They fit me in and talked me through everything. Were very generous with their time and great customer service.
Kevin T.
I recently had my car's AC fixed at Voltaic, and I couldn't be happier with their service! From the moment I booked the appointment with Tara over the phone, everything was smooth and professional. She made the process easy and ensured all my questions were answered.

A big shoutout to Dion, the technician who worked on my BMW. Being a BMW owner himself, he not only repaired the AC efficiently but also kept me informed every step of the way. Dion went above and beyond by showing me the repair process at each stage, which really gave me confidence in their transparency and expertise.

It's refreshing to find a garage that prioritizes transparency, excellent communication, and high-quality workmanship.
Jaysin Hartmann
Thanks Anthony for the great work on the Cub Camper. Honest helpful value based service.
Vincent King
Work done on my car with my aux battery was great and was of very good quality. Shout out to Anthony for doing an excellent job.
Stacey Crase
Every time I take my vehicle in I’m provided exceptional customer service and transparency on costs!
james Halliday
Had an issue with my air conditioner they were able to rectify and repair the issue.
Staff are friendly and knowledgeable and great communication on the issue
David Halliday
Had my Toyota 200 series worked on by Voltaic Auto Electrical. Best in the Business
Scott Breakell
Paul has done a fantastic job on my TB48 patrol. After having issues with my aircon for over 2 years, hes redone multiple lines, fixed all the leaks and tidied up my engine bay. Very happy with the results and highly recommend

Very reasonable price too
Stacey Spira
I highly recommend Voltaic Auto Electrical for their exceptional service, expert knowledge and super friendly team. There’s no one else I trust with my car!
Hayley Welsh
Excellent Service from Josh, Tara & the team!! Recommended!
Ian McPHERSON
Recently had an air conditioner installed on our dog trailer the service and installation from Paul Williams was excellent and nothing was a problem for him to deal with .
Sarah Griffith
Dan John
I had my Dmax in for a Starlink installation which included a more complex setup of an external router, external antenna, etc. Dion did an amazing job with the installation, going above and beyond with what was requested.

Dion and the Voltaic team have been incredibly accomodating, professional and have provided the best service that I’ve received when it comes to auto electrical installations.

Would happily recommend Voltaic, Dion and the team for any type of Starlink install and any auto electrical work. Thanks again!
Tania Ashby
Everyone at Voltaic were very friendly and very knowledgeable about the services I required. I was able to get in within a week of me calling up where i wouldn't have been able to get in until 2025 for the more commercialised companies like ironman 4x4 and TJM. I am very happy with the service they provided. I will be coming back for more work on our 4x4
Beverley Gangell
Highly recommend this company for all your auto electrical work. We had a great technician in Anthony he did an awesome job installing Starlink in our caravan.
Jake Staunton
I’ve had quite a few electrical jobs done on my car through Voltaic. They do a very good job. They are always friendly and happy to answer any questions you may have. I wouldn’t go anywhere else! Thanks guys
Daniel Ripp
I found Voltaic Auto Electrical after looking for a 12v system for my Ford Ranger over a year ago, i ended up going with one of the battery box setups as i don't require constant power in my tub. The service and quality I received on that initial job has guaranteed them a client for life. I will always go to Voltaic for all my auto electrical work and have been back for tail lights, rear lights, electrical tidying, and no doubt I will be back for more in the future.

Big thanks to the team at Voltaic.

They also have great merchandise.

FAQs

How much does it cost to retrofit a modern electrical system into my classic car?

The cost to retrofit a modern electrical system to your classic or vintage car will depend on the type of vehicle, its age, and what you want to do with it. Our prices start at around $5000 for a re-wire. As prices can vary greatly, it’s best to contact us for a quote on your vehicle.

What are the benefits of upgrading to a modern electrical system?

You know that feeling when you get ready to take your classic car for a drive and it just won’t start? A modern electrical system will keep your classic car running more reliably and more efficiently. A modern air conditioner will keep you cool on your way to the car show or if you are just out for a drive on a warm day.

Will a retrofit decrease the value of my classic car?

If you have a classic car that is 100% original, or used for concours competitions, a retrofit could impact its value. However, if your classic does not fall into these categories, a retrofit can help to increase your enjoyment of your vehicle with minimal impact on its value.

Can you add AC to a car that never had it?

Absolutely. With the right components and some custom work, we can retrofit a full AC system that fits and functions like it was factory.

Will adding AC ruin the original look of my classic?

Not with us. We custom-fit everything with hidden wiring, clean brackets, and tucked-away compressors to keep the factory look intact.

 
Do you provide any services for emergency and safety vehicles?

Absolutely. We offer specialised fit-out services for emergency and safety vehicles, including wigwag headlights, vehicle sirens, audible signalling devices, safety flags, and more, to ensure they meet the required operational and safety standards.

 
How do you ensure the quality of your fit-outs?

Our team of experienced technicians employs the latest tools and techniques, using high-quality materials to ensure every fit-out meets the highest standards of quality and safety. We focus on detail, from sealing engine bay fuel hoses with fire retardant materials to ensuring all wiring connections are properly sealed.

Can we handle both small and large fleet orders?

Yes, we are equipped to handle fleet orders of any size, from a single vehicle fit-out to large-scale fleet projects. Our workshop in Welshpool and our field service team are ready to meet your fleet service needs, regardless of the project size.

How long does a typical vehicle fit-out take?

The time required for a vehicle fit-out can vary based on the complexity and customisations involved. We strive to complete all projects efficiently while ensuring the highest quality. For a more accurate timeline, please contact us with details of your specific requirements.

Is there a warranty on your fit-out services?

Yes, we offer a warranty on our fit-out services, covering both the materials used and the workmanship. The terms and duration of the warranty vary depending on the services provided. For detailed warranty information, please reach out to us directly.

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