Who Is the Man Behind Oldtimermeisterlackierer?
Insights into a rare craft
I kept thinking to myself:
"One day I'll write a book about everything I've experienced as a painter."
Perhaps this blog is the beginning of that.
Who am I and why am I starting this blog?
Hello everyone,
My name is Jörg Egger. I am 55 years old and have worked as an automotive painter and classic car restorer for more than 35 years.
I completed my training at the end of the 1980s. Back then, I was still working without machines. I sanded exclusively by hand, often until my fingers bled. We painted without a polishing machine, so the result had to be perfect straight from the spray gun.
Those early years shaped me profoundly. They were not always easy, but they taught me the importance of patience, precision and technical discipline in my work.
I began working with classic cars early in my career. The work was never about quick repairs, but about understanding and recreating original paintwork and restoring it faithfully.
Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, I gained a wealth of experience, including outside the classic car world. During this period, my two sons were born, and job security and career development became my main priorities.
But one thing has never changed. Whenever I had a classic car in front of me, I knew: this is what I truly want to do.
I founded my own company in 2008 and have been restoring vehicles under the name Oldtimermeisterlackierer since 2018.
My work revolves around high-quality paintwork, especially on classic and exclusive vehicles.
Perfect surfaces and original paint finishes are my passion and my specialty.
Why am I writing?
In a world that is constantly growing louder, I often miss a calm and genuine perspective.
Everything demands attention; everything is designed to make an impression.
What is often missing is authenticity—and that is exactly what I want this blog to offer.
I believe honest insights say more than any advertising copy. Over the years, I have seen a great deal, cared for many vehicles and made countless decisions—both good and bad.
I want to share those stories here and give anyone interested a glimpse into my everyday work.
What is this about?
It's not about passing on knowledge or sharing tips. It's about showing what this work is all about - technically, personally and emotionally.
Projects and their history (what was done to a vehicle and why)
Technical topics (e.g. paint structures, materials, surface quality)
Experiences from everyday life (decisions, mistakes, processes)
And about the work itself
Clean and precise preparatory work is the foundation of every perfect restoration!
Who is this for?
For my customers.
For collectors and workshops.
For people who are interested in classic vehicles.
And for anyone who would like to gain insight into my day-to-day work as a painter and restorer.
What's next?
I will share regular insights, with one or two posts planned each month.
For example:
What is the Egger Surface System?
Why I didn't want to become a painter at first
The story of the BMW 3.0 CSL by Bob Lutz - How it came to me and what was done to it.
The difference between a good classic car paint job and one worthy of a museum.
I look forward to sharing these stories with you and hearing your thoughts.
Jörg Egger / Oldtimermeisterlackierer
