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Good body shop recommendations

Discussion in 'California & Nevada (Northern)' started by sjvalin, Feb 8, 2005.

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  1. sjvalin

    sjvalin Formula Junior

    Aug 31, 2004
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    Steve Valin
    #1 sjvalin, Feb 8, 2005
    While taking the Daytona on a drive up to Downieville recently, something bounced up from the road, hit the thin strip of metal between the headlight pod and grill, and broke the metal strip. That's what I get for driving the damn thing - maybe I should keep it in the garage :)

    The metal strip will need to be welded back in place, new filler added, and paint matched. I wouldn't think it should be a big deal, but I want it done right. Anyone have a favorite body guy thats good with the old cars (and charges reasonable rates!)? My preference would be in the Sacto area, but South bay area and peninsula would work, too.

    -steve
     
  2. 9 ONE 1

    9 ONE 1 Karting

    Mar 5, 2004
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    #2 9 ONE 1, Feb 8, 2005
    Simply the best with higher end cars...

    UPTOWN AUTO BODY AND FENDER
    401 - 26TH STREET
    OAKLAND, CA. 94612
    510-251-8009
     
  3. cal355

    cal355 Formula Junior

    Jun 16, 2004
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    #3 cal355, Feb 8, 2005
    Prancing Horse of California
    1390 Rollins Rd.
    Burlingame,Ca,94010
    650-558-8585
    Owner:Dayal Dindral
     
  4. sjvalin

    sjvalin Formula Junior

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    #4 sjvalin, Feb 8, 2005
    I knew Dayal is the man for mechanical repair. Didn't know he did bodywork, too. Thanks!

    -steve
     
  5. pdevivo

    pdevivo Karting

    Sep 12, 2002
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    #5 pdevivo, Feb 8, 2005
    Brian Hoyt @ Perfect Reflections
    21051 Western Blvd
    Hayward
    510-581-9535

    A quality shop. Brian has worked on many cars worth in the millions ( one i saw last summer was the original 250 GTO prototype) and takes the same care with everyone. He is worth a call.

    Paul
     
  6. bobafett

    bobafett F1 Veteran

    Sep 28, 2002
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    #6 bobafett, Feb 8, 2005
    There are really only two options for body work in the bay area:

    Tom Dillard @ Campbell Auto Restoration and Brian Hoyt @ Perfect Reflections.

    --Dan
     
  7. cal355

    cal355 Formula Junior

    Jun 16, 2004
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    #7 cal355, Feb 9, 2005

    Yes,complete restorations on Daytonas,coupes and spyders;mechanical,body,electrical;etc.
     
  8. sjvalin

    sjvalin Formula Junior

    Aug 31, 2004
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    Steve Valin
    #8 sjvalin, Feb 9, 2005
    Thanks, guys, for all the suggestions! So no one has a recommendation for any shops in Sac? Mainly curious - the bay area will work for me, too. I'm down here every week.

    -steve
     
  9. cyuhhhh

    cyuhhhh Rookie

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    #9 cyuhhhh, Feb 14, 2005
    James Paulk in Stockton...he has dealt with my Testarossa a few times and also does a lot of work Alex Spanos. Really does well with custom work. And be sure to let him know if you aren't using insurance and he will work with you.
    Phil
    I'm sure that one of the Stockton bunch would help you with transportation!

     

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