Wayne Carini, TV star and car restorer, joins Wilton Legends

A well-loved figure in the world of classic cars, Wayne Carini will be part of this year’s Wilton House Wilton Legends. Known for his long career as a collector, restorer and dealer, Carini has spent decades working with significant cars and the people who own them.

He began his career in the family business, F40 Motorsports, developing an early interest in classic and competition machinery. Over time, he built a reputation for sourcing and restoring rare cars, with a focus on originality and careful preservation. His work has brought him into contact with collectors and collections across the United States and beyond.

Carini became widely known through Chasing Classic Cars, where his straightforward approach and depth of knowledge made him a trusted guide to the classic car market. The programme follows the process of finding, restoring and selling cars, offering a clear view of how the market operates and the stories behind individual vehicles.

Alongside his television work, he is also the author of My Life with Cars, a book that reflects on his career, the cars he has worked with and the people he has met along the way. The book offers a more personal account of his experiences, from early influences to some of the most memorable deals and discoveries.

Across his career, Carini has worked with a wide range of cars, from pre war classics to modern collectibles, always with an emphasis on condition, provenance and long term value. His approach is grounded in experience rather than speculation, shaped by years of hands on involvement in the market.

Bringing together practical knowledge of the classic car world with a clear understanding of its history and culture, Carini offers a perspective that connects collectors, cars and stories, making him a natural addition to the conversations at Wilton House.