Foreign and Import Auto Body Repair, Done to Factory Standards
European, Asian, and luxury imports demand specialized tooling, factory-grade processes, and the right training. Bodywerks is one of the few south Twin Cities body shops that brings all three to every import repair.
Body and Paint Work on the Vehicles Most Shops Turn Away
Foreign and imported vehicles are not just regular cars built in another country. They use different manufacturing processes, different materials, and different repair specifications. Body shops that treat an Audi or a BMW the same way they treat a Ford end up with repairs that look fine but fail factory specifications. We do not do that.
Bodywerks has been doing body and paint work on foreign vehicles for decades. We have the specialized tooling, the manufacturer-recommended repair processes, and the experience to handle European, Asian, and luxury imports correctly. Whether your vehicle is daily driven or a weekend showpiece, we restore it to factory standards.
We work on a wide range of foreign and imported makes. If your vehicle has been turned away by another shop, or if you have been told the work cannot be done locally, call us first.
Foreign and import services we provide
- Collision repair on European and Asian imports
- Full and section custom paint work
- Aluminum body panel repair
- Carbon fiber and composite panel work
- Structural and frame repair to manufacturer specifications
- Color matching for imported and discontinued factory colors
- Trim, badge, and detail restoration
- Insurance claim handling for foreign vehicles
- Restoration work on classic imports
- Coordination with dealer service departments for parts
European, Asian, and Luxury Imports
A non-exhaustive list of the foreign and imported makes we service. If your make is not listed, call us. We likely service it.
European
- BMW
- Mercedes-Benz
- Audi
- Volkswagen
- Porsche
- Volvo
- Mini Cooper
- Land Rover
- Jaguar
Asian
- Toyota
- Honda
- Lexus
- Acura
- Infiniti
- Nissan
- Mazda
- Subaru
- Hyundai
- Kia
Other
- Tesla (body and paint only)
- Classic foreign imports
- Specialty and performance vehicles
Why Import Owners Trust Us With Their Vehicles
Manufacturer-Recommended Repair Processes.
We follow the factory repair procedures published by the original manufacturer, not generic body shop shortcuts. This matters most on structural and aluminum panel work.
Aluminum and Composite Panel Expertise.
Many imports use aluminum body panels, which require completely different tools and processes than steel. We have the tooling and the training.
AkzoNobel™ Paint Used By Major Automakers.
The same paint system used in factory paint shops at major European and Asian manufacturers. Color matching for imports requires this level of paint system precision.
Color Match Camera for Imported Colors.
Factory colors on imports are notoriously difficult to match because they often use specialty pigments. Our color match camera handles these correctly.
Direct Coordination With Dealer Parts Departments.
We work directly with local dealer service departments to source the correct factory parts for your import. We do not use aftermarket parts on imported vehicles unless you specifically request it.
Decades of Foreign Vehicle Experience.
Foreign vehicle repair is not a side service we picked up recently. It is part of the work Bodywerks has been doing for decades.
Imports We Have Brought Back to Factory
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.
Note: Import customers regularly travel from across the Twin Cities metro to Bodywerks. The shop is located in Elko New Market with easy access from Lakeville, Burnsville, Apple Valley, Northfield, and surrounding communities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Foreign Vehicle Repair
Got an Import That Needs the Right Shop?
Most shops will not touch foreign vehicles. We have been doing this work for decades. Call us to discuss your repair.