Complete Auto Body Services Under One Roof
From minor dents to full classic restorations, Bodywerks handles every job in-house with the same standard. 60 years of experience. Real craftsmanship. Lifetime workmanship guaranteed.
Every Service. One Standard.
We do not subcontract paint work. We do not send repairs out to other shops. Every service listed below is performed in-house by our team in Elko New Market.
Collision Repair
Insurance-approved collision repair restored to pre-accident factory condition. We handle every step from estimate to delivery, including direct negotiation with your insurance company to minimize your out-of-pocket cost.
- •Major collision and structural frame repair
- •Hail damage and dent removal
- •Deer hit and front-end damage
- •Lifetime workmanship guarantee
Custom Paint Work
Full-vehicle and section paint work using the AkzoNobel™ paint system and color match camera technology. Every clear coat is sanded for a true factory mirror finish.
- •Full vehicle repaints
- •Color matching with camera technology
- •Section and panel blending
- •Factory mirror finish clear coat sanding
Classic Car Restoration
Full restorations on classic vehicles built to last another lifetime. We are not the cheapest option in the metro, but we are the one you only need to call once.
- •Full body and structural restoration
- •Custom paint and color matching
- •Project-based pricing and timelines
- •Decades of restoration expertise
Foreign and Import Repair
One of the few shops in the south Twin Cities metro with the certifications, training, and tooling to handle European, Asian, and other imported vehicles to factory standards.
- •European and Asian make expertise
- •Manufacturer-grade repair processes
- •Imported parts sourcing
- •Specialized tooling and training
Fleet Repair
Scheduled body repair and paint work for commercial fleets across the south Twin Cities and St. Croix Valley. Reliable timelines, predictable pricing, and a single point of contact who actually knows your account.
- •Commercial vehicle body work
- •Fleet paint and refinishing
- •Scheduled maintenance repair
- •Dedicated account contact
Insurance Claim Assistance
We do not just repair your vehicle. We handle the entire insurance process for you, from initial claim coordination to final payment. We know the system. We know the tactics. We work for you, not the insurance company.
- •Direct insurance negotiation
- •Deductible minimization strategies
- •Claim documentation handling
- •Advocacy on your behalf
The Bodywerks Process
From your first call to keys back in your hand, here is what to expect.
Schedule Estimate
Call us or book online. We schedule your free, no-pressure estimate appointment.
Initial Inspection
We inspect the damage in person and build the initial scope of work with you.
Insurance Coordination
We work directly with your insurance company to negotiate a fair, approved repair.
Quality Repair
Your vehicle comes into the shop. Every step of the repair is completed to factory standards.
Final Delivery
We sand the clear coat for a factory mirror finish, detail the vehicle, and return it ready to drive.
We Compete on Quality. Not on Price.
Chain collision shops are built around volume and insurance margins. We are built around doing the work right and standing behind it for the life of the vehicle.
- 25-Minute Pickup and Delivery Radius.We come to you. If your vehicle is within 25 minutes of our Elko New Market shop, we pick it up and return it when the repair is complete.
- Real Humans Answer Every Call.No automated phone trees. No chatbots. When you call Bodywerks, you talk to someone who knows your car and the work being done on it.
- Factory Mirror Finish on Every Clear Coat.Most high-production shops skip the clear coat sanding step. We sand every clear coat ourselves for a true factory finish you can see your reflection in.
- Insurance Negotiation On Your Behalf.We work directly with your insurance company to negotiate a fair repair, and we structure estimates to keep your out-of-pocket cost at or below your deductible whenever possible.
- AkzoNobel™ Paint and Color Match Camera Technology.Top-tier paint system. Top-tier color matching. 3M sandpaper. The right tools matter, and we use them on every job.
- 60 Years and Three Generations of Expertise.Founded in 1966 by Jim Weitzel. Our team includes painters and craftsmen with decades of experience. Now owned by Karl Linton, who carries the same standard forward.
Serving the South Twin Cities and St. Croix Valley
We serve drivers across 8 communities in the south Twin Cities metro region. Free pickup and delivery within 25 minutes of our Elko New Market shop.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Services
Not Sure Which Service You Need?
Call us. We will walk you through what your vehicle needs and what to expect. No pressure. No upsell. Just honest advice from a real person.