Coming from the well-known Piazza Musso racing family, generations have been involved both on and off the track – from competitive racing to mechanical preparation and performance engineering.
That background has shaped the precision attention to detail, and respect for automotive history that defines every project we undertake today. We specialise in Classic vehicle restorations, recreations, mechanical rebuilds, custom fabrication, racing builds and period-correct detailing, treating every car as if it were our own. Whether it’s a full ground-up restoration, a performance-focused rebuild, or preserving an original survivor, our goal is always the same: to honour the character and story of each vehicle while delivering exceptional workmanship.
Based in Brisbane Australia, we are proud to bring international experience, racing heritage, and genuine passion to fellow enthusiasts who value quality, authenticity, and craftsmanship. Because classic cars deserve more than repairs – they deserve to be preserved for the next generation.
Our strength comes from our team. Each specialist is chosen for skill, experience, and a genuine love for the craft. Their pride and expertise shape every restoration and fuel our commitment to excellence.
Led by founder Paolo Piazza Musso, the Piazza Musso family name has been part of motorsport for decades, with a legacy spanning karting, rallying, circuit racing, off-road competition, and driver development across South Africa, Italy, and beyond.
From Giovanni Piazza Musso’s championship-winning career in karting, rally, and production car racing, to the success of Paolo and Claudio Piazza Musso in rallying, Formula Ford, and international karting, motorsport has always been at the heart of the family.
In 1987, the family’s passion for performance and engineering evolved into Piazza Motorsport – a respected name in South African motorsport known for competition success, race preparation, and developing future champions.
Today, that same passion continues through a new chapter in Australia, bringing decades of hands-on experience, precision craftsmanship, and true racing heritage into every restoration project.
For the Piazza Musso family, motorsport has never just been a sport – it’s a way of life.
His career provided a unique understanding of vehicle dynamics, engineering precision, and the relentless pursuit of performance – knowledge that now underpins every restoration project he undertakes. His passion for motorsport extends far beyond competition, with a career dedicated to understanding, developing, and preserving some of the world’s most iconic performance vehicles. International recognition followed in 2018 when Paolo’s painstaking recreation of the legendary Zakspeed Escort was invited to both the prestigious Goodwood Members’ Meeting and the internationally renowned Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom – an honour reserved for exceptional cars and their custodians.
Today, based in Australia, Paolo brings this wealth of experience to the restoration and recreation of classic and collectible automobiles. Every project is approached with the same philosophy that guided his motorsport career: authenticity, precision, and respect for the vehicle’s history. His restorations are not simply rebuilds; they are carefully crafted tributes to automotive excellence, preserving these remarkable machines for future generations. For Paolo, restoring a classic car is about more than craftsmanship – it’s about safeguarding a legacy.
Kip McIntyre, is a dedicated classic car enthusiast and skilled artisan based in Brisbane, Australia. With over 15 years of experience working on the most prestigious marques, he has forged a reputation as a trusted name in the world of classic car restoration. From a young age, he was captivated by the timeless allure and intricate beauty of classic cars. This fascination evolved into a lifelong passion and a career devoted to breathing new life into these automotive legends. Over the years, he has had the privilege of working on some of the most iconic and revered automobiles in existence.
In 2016, he was honoured to be awarded a Churchill Fellowship, a milestone that further propelled his commitment to excellence in classic car restoration. The fellowship provided him with the remarkable opportunity to travel extensively across the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany. Immersed in the presence of master craftsmen and renowned workshops, he absorbed their expertise, embraced cutting-edge techniques, and expanded his knowledge of the art of restoration.
Returning to Australia, he embarked on a mission to revolutionize classic car bodywork. As the first person to import a Pettingell power hammer into the country, he introduced a powerful tool that has transformed the way classic car bodies are handcrafted. With this exceptional technology at our disposal, my team and I meticulously shape and form metal, producing custom-made classic car bodies that reflect the utmost precision and artistry.
Beyond his dedication to craftsmanship, he is passionate about sharing his expertise and knowledge with fellow enthusiasts. Currently, he is privileged to serve on the Queensland selection committee for the Churchill Trust. This role allows him to contribute to the selection of future fellows and support the development of groundbreaking projects and research across various fields.
My passion for cars began at an early age, growing up around my father’s smash repair business. Surrounded by vehicle repairs, restorations, and custom projects every day, it was almost inevitable that I would build a career in the automotive industry. After completing Grade 10, I left school to begin an apprenticeship as a panel beater in the family business.
Over the next fifteen years, I developed extensive skills in both panel beating and automotive spray painting, gaining hands-on experience across all aspects of vehicle repair and refinishing. While the day-to-day work focused on collision repairs, there was always a restoration project tucked away in the corner of the workshop. Those restoration builds quickly became my greatest passion.. Driven by love of classic cars and custom vehicles, I eventually established my own business in Kingaroy – El Rancho Kustoms. Together with my wife, I built and operated the business for over 20 years, specialising in vehicle restorations, custom fabrication, sandblasting, and high-quality paintwork. Durning that time, we completed countless customer projects, including classic car restorations, hot rods, custom builds, and motorcycles. Every project was approached with a commitment to craftsmanship, attention to detail, and creating vehicles that owners could be proud of.
After our children left home, my wife and I decided to simplify our lifestyle and relocated to Clontarf on Brisbane’s north side. While stepping away from business ownership, I remained deeply involved in the restoration industry, working with several respected restoration workshops throughout the region. Today, I am part of the team at Garagisti, where I have spent the past two years specialising in fabrication and custom vehicle construction. My experience spans more than 35 years in the automotive industry, covering panel beating, spray painting, restoration, fabrication, and custom vehicle building. From concours-level restorations to one-off custom creations, I take pride in combining traditional craftsmanship with practical experience to bring automotive visions to life.
Born and raised in South Africa, Daniel Piazza Musso has always possessed a natural aptitude for technology, electronics, and problem -solving. As a high-functioning neurodiverse young adult, Daniel’s strengths in precision, focus, and technical thinking have shaped his unique career journey. Daniel completed his senior schooling at Edu360, a pioneering South African educational institution dedicated to preparing neurodiverse students for meaningful careers through practical, workplace-focused training.
Specialising in Information Technology, he graduated with an NQF Level 4 qualification in IT Support and became the very first student to complete the programme. Such was his capability and dedication that Edu360 employed him full-time as their IT Support Technician immediately following his graduation. In this role, Daniel gained valuable real-world experience while continuing to develop his technical expertise in a supported environment. After relocating to Australia in 2023, Daniel has spent time in the family business under the mentorship of his father, renowned classic car specialist Paolo Piazza Musso.
Having spent much of his childhood designing and building electronic gadgets, Daniel quickly demonstrated an exceptional ability to understand, diagnose, and recreate complex wiring systems found in classic vehicles. His attention to detail and methodical approach have made him a valuable member of the restoration team. Today, Daniel continues to develop his skills alongside some of the industry’s finest restoration craftsmen while building a promising future within the classic automotive world.
Born and raised in South Africa, Caroll Hall brings a unique combination of sporting achievement, business leadership, and operational excellence to Garagisti. From a young age, Caroll developed a passion for Short Track Speed Skating, beginning her competitive career at just 13 years old. Remarkably, after only three months in the sport, she competed in the South African Games, securing an impressive third-place overall finish. Over the following two decades, she became a respected competitor, earning numerous regional and national accolades, including awards for Most Improved Skater of the Year and Speed Skater of the year.
Beyond her own athletic achievements, Caroll played a significant role in the development of the sport throughout South Africa. As a dedicated member of the South African Speed Skating Association (SASSA), she served as Secretary, Event Organiser, and Referee. Her commitment to growing the sport saw her attend specialised training and officiating seminars in Europe through the International Skating Union (ISU). Working alongside the ISU, she also organised and managed development programs and training camps designed to identify and nurture young skating talent across South Africa.
Away from the ice, Caroll pursued a career in technology, qualifying as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) and building valuable experience within the IT industry. Her entrepreneurial spirit later led her into business ownership, where she successfully owned and operated a kitchen design and manufacturing company in South Africa for more than twenty years. Under her leadership, the business earned a reputation for quality craftsmanship, customer service, and operational excellence.
Caroll then immigrated to Australia in 2018 and today, as Co-Founder and Business Manager of Garagisti, she oversees the administration, financial management, client relations, and strategic operations of the company with her expertise, and commitment. Caroll’s journey reflects a lifetime of dedication, perseverance, and achievement – qualities that continue to drive the standards and values at the heart of Garagisiti.
