Since I have not used any of the companies suggested in this forum or know of anyone which has, my recommendations when researching or looking for a good body shop:
1. Contact the company asking for references and experience with the First Generation Firebird.
2. Ask them who they get their parts from and who they contact for the hard to find parts.
3. Contact local car clubs to see if they have any recommendations or experience with the body shop you are researching.
4. Find out what type of paint they are going to use, application process, and color matching process.
5. Bring a list of questions you have for them and what you think should be done.
This is not an all inclusive list but should be a start for you. I wish I had the knowledge I do now before I choose my body shop.
Hope this helps - Geoff
------------------ Geoff Martin, Admn - First Generation Firebird
Didn't see California on here...specifically Los Angeles or Orange County. Any good body shops that anyone knows about? I'm looking to do some pretty significant body work on my 68 bird.
68 Bucket dont know how far your willing to go , but my body man is here in San Bernardino. he does side work out of his home , he does very good work , but takes a little time to get it done but when hes done its straight, i have some pics of my car before and after if you want i can e-mail some to you , if you want you can e-mail me at firebird69racer@yahoo.com
I am also looking for a body shop with an excelent reputation and references in California. Anyone have any suggestions for the San Francisco Bay area? I would be willing to travel for a good reputable shop.
