Has anyone heard of Artisan International Autobody

[That.Guy.S30]

Was wondering if anyone has had any experiences with them. I was recommended there by Maranello, which usually works on my cars. They won't due to the age of this car.

Did a google search and only 1 review came up. I think R_audi had work done there too.

The type of work I require is fender cutting/welding. Stripping the paint down to metal and repairing whatever rust comes up. Also re-painting the entire car and mouting the new aero pieces.

I have been to the shop and talked to the owner. He is a great guy to talk to and very passionate about cars. Would like inputs or reviews.

[That.Guy.S30]

Yup... that's what I thought.

[shakalaka]

Can't you go to Screamin' Paintworks or do they not do the kind of work you need done? They seem to have a great reputation and I have had work done by them long time ago and they were great. As for Artisan, I have never heard of them so not sure but if Maranello recommended them, I'd assume they are good?

Contemporary Coachworks is another place that gets great reviews. Good luck.

[That.Guy.S30]

Originally posted by shakalaka
Can't you go to Screamin' Paintworks or do they not do the kind of work you need done? They seem to have a great reputation and I have had work done by them long time ago and they were great. As for Artisan, I have never heard of them so not sure but if Maranello recommended them, I'd assume they are good?

Contemporary Coachworks is another place that gets great reviews. Good luck.

I actually had a chat with them after I met with Artisan. The feel I got was that they were not interested in taking on the car. I understand though lots of work and little pay off. They can paint body parts all day and probably make more money in the end. This car means a lot to me so I am rather picky of which shop I send it to.

I believe Artisan does a lot of world of wheels hot rods / muscle cars. My car is older so a shop who can do metal work would be preferred.

I would prefer maranello but that isn't an option right now. Thanks for your input.

[tomt64]

http://forums.beyond.ca/st/351916/project-special-k-lets-try-this-again/

This car just came back from Stampede collision. They do some custom work, give them a call.

[That.Guy.S30]

Originally posted by tomt64
http://forums.beyond.ca/st/351916/project-special-k-lets-try-this-again/

This car just came back from Stampede collision. They do some custom work, give them a call.

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll go check it out when I have some time.

I am pretty much set on artisan. I just wanted to see if anyone has any dealings with them.

[civicrider]

Artisan is a great shop for specialty work. Felix the owner is a great guy to deal with

[That.Guy.S30]

Originally posted by civicrider
Artisan is a great shop for specialty work. Felix the owner is a great guy to deal with

Holy crap. Finally a review. Thanks!

Yea it's specialty work for sure on my Z. I talked to Silvia last month. They seem to be booked tI'll early next spring. :eek:

[infected]

Just curious if they've given you a ballpark cost based on what you'd like done? Is under 10g a realistic guess?

[That.Guy.S30]

Originally posted by infected
Just curious if they've given you a ballpark cost based on what you'd like done? Is under 10g a realistic guess?

I'll PM you.

[ZeeBass]

Did you end up using Artisan? I am considering them for work on an older vehicle and would be curious about your experience with them. Thanks.