Classic Car Restoration in Credit River, MN
Looking for full classic car restoration done once and done right in Credit River? Bodywerks brings 60 years of experience to every job. We are not the cheapest restoration shop in Minnesota. We are the one you only need to call once. Body, paint, and structural work all done in-house.
Classic Car Restoration for Credit River Drivers, Done Right
If you own a classic vehicle that needs restoration, body work, or custom paint in Credit River, Bodywerks is the experienced shop you want. We have been doing this work since 1966, three generations of family ownership, and serving the south Twin Cities region the entire time. Credit River sits just east of our Elko New Market shop, putting us within a few minutes drive.
Our Elko New Market shop is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from Credit River. For collision repair customers in Credit River, we offer free pickup and delivery throughout Credit River.
We are not the cheapest restoration shop in Minnesota. We are the one you only need to call once. Body, paint, and structural work all done in-house.
What Sets Our Classic Car Restoration Apart
- Full restoration capability
- AkzoNobel™ paint
- Factory mirror finish
- Project-based pricing
- 60 years of experience
Pickup and Delivery for Credit River Customers
Credit River is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from our Elko New Market shop. For collision repair customers, we offer free pickup and delivery throughout Credit River. If your vehicle is not drivable, call us at 952.461.5070 and we will coordinate pickup.
The Bodywerks Process
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.

Six Reasons Drivers Choose Us Over Chain Shops
We do not compete on price. We compete on doing the job right. Here is what that looks like.
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Classic Car Restoration in Credit River
Need Classic Car Restoration in Credit River?
Call now to schedule a free estimate. Real humans answer every call. Free pickup and delivery throughout Credit River for collision repair customers.