Chesman Engineering

Chesman Motorsport, established in 1950 and based in Coventry, UK, is a specialist contract manufacturer dedicated to the precision engineering of rare and unique modern, classic, and vintage automotive engines. They operate as a "one-stop engine shop," offering bespoke engine building and development services for performance builds and race preparation, serving the automotive sector with a particular focus on classic and performance vehicles.

Their extensive manufacturing capabilities encompass a wide range of precision engineering processes, including cylinder boring, valve seat and guide work, align boring, cylinder honing, flywheel grinding, and tappet guide boring. They also provide CNC milling and turning for both small-volume prototypes and large-scale production runs, working with materials such as Aluminium, Steel, Cast, Titanium, and Stainless, and achieving tolerances as fine as +/- 0.007mm. Additional services include dynamic balancing for crankshafts and flywheels, and aqua blasting for various components.

Chesman Motorsport's expertise is further demonstrated through their in-house pattern workshop for traditional sand casting, supporting a variety of metals, and their collaborations with CAD engineers and 3D printing contractors. They possess extensive experience with specialist marques including Jaguar, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, and Healey, and offer comprehensive parts sourcing services for rare and exotic automotive parts. Their capabilities extend to engine development and restoration for both classic and modern motorsport, as well as road engines, with the ability to produce parts in bulk or as unique one-offs.