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Discussion in 'Louisiana' started by cscott, Mar 23, 2005.

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  1. cscott

    cscott Formula Junior

    Dec 31, 2002
    478
    New Orleans
    Full Name:
    Chris Scott
    #1 cscott, Mar 23, 2005
    Ouch!!! My car was caught in a hail storm in Mississippi and now has about 50 dents all over. Car is going to be stripped to metal and repainted. I have talked to a couple of shops here and although they claim to have done this work before, seem a little unsure to me. I know a couple of places out of state but given the work I would like to keep it in Nola so I can keep an eye on it and follow the progress. Any suggestions?
     
  2. vinny

    vinny Karting

    Nov 1, 2003
    167
    R.I.
    Full Name:
    Vincent Pitocco
    #2 vinny, Mar 23, 2005
    Have you thought about paintless dent repair?
     
  3. rossofiorano355

    rossofiorano355 Karting

    Dec 22, 2003
    210
    NOLA - Bham
    Full Name:
    Ron
    #3 rossofiorano355, Mar 23, 2005
    Chris,

    I gave Jim Lindsey the name of the guy that did paintless dent removal on my 308, did you check him out?

    Ron
     
  4. sparta49

    sparta49 F1 Veteran
    Owner

    Mar 3, 2001
    7,804
    LA
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    Frank
    #4 sparta49, Mar 23, 2005
    I'd go the paintless dent removal way first if not give John Catreras (sp?) a try at Riverroad Collision. He has a Testarossa and when I have my 348 painted I will use him
     
  5. PWehmer

    PWehmer Formula 3

    Oct 15, 2002
    1,733
    Surrounded by Water
    #5 PWehmer, Mar 23, 2005
    Sorry to hear about your car.

    Allen's Body Shop Inc
    43326 Panama Rd, Sorrento, LA 70778
    Phone: (225) 675-8560

    Kenny Allen does excellent work without BS. He's worked on more Ferrari bodies locally then anyone else.
     
  6. Wildcatfans

    Wildcatfans Karting

    Sep 4, 2001
    247
    Baton Rouge
    Full Name:
    Donny Bridges
    #6 Wildcatfans, Mar 23, 2005
    I've always feared getting out in a car and running into a hail storm. No doubt about it, Kenny Allen!

    Hope it turns out well.
     
  7. Tifosi1

    Tifosi1 Formula 3

    Feb 17, 2002
    1,560
    Pearl River, LA
    Full Name:
    Kelly J. Vince
    #7 Tifosi1, Mar 23, 2005
    I vote John Catarera, River road Collision in Jefferson, LA
     
  8. cscott

    cscott Formula Junior

    Dec 31, 2002
    478
    New Orleans
    Full Name:
    Chris Scott
    #8 cscott, Mar 23, 2005
    Thanks gang, PDR not an option for several different reasons. I talked to Kenny this afternoon and am taking it to him tommorow.
     
  9. johnhoughtaling

    johnhoughtaling Formula 3

    Nov 6, 2002
    2,113
    New Orleans
    Full Name:
    John William H.
    #9 johnhoughtaling, Mar 26, 2005
    I take all my cars to Ferrari of Houston. They have a new 5 million dollar body shop, and do better than stock paint and repairs. Speak to Steve Egyd. Their not cheap but they are worth every penny. Also, having factory authorized work is better in the long run.
     
  10. fletch62

    fletch62 Formula Junior

    Mar 8, 2004
    333
    Fairhope, AL
    Full Name:
    Larry Fletcher
    #10 fletch62, Mar 27, 2005
    I was Kenny Allen's first customer many years ago, not only is his work excelent he is honest person to deal with. He's the only body shop I reccomend.
    Larry Fletcher
     
  11. Tifosi1

    Tifosi1 Formula 3

    Feb 17, 2002
    1,560
    Pearl River, LA
    Full Name:
    Kelly J. Vince
    #11 Tifosi1, Mar 28, 2005
    If I had a 360 or other all alumiun car, I would definitly take it to Steve in Houston. If I needed a new windshield, I'd take it to Steve. If I needed body work done on a 308, BB or TR and I lived n New Orleans, I'd take it to John Cutrera 504-733-0787.
    If I lived in Baton Rouge, I'd take it to Kenny Allen.

    My 2 cents, And since that it all I've got in my pocket, I'd better get off this webpage and go sell somthing. HAHA

    Kelly
     
  12. parkerfe

    parkerfe F1 World Champ

    Sep 4, 2001
    12,887
    Cumming, Georgia
    Full Name:
    Franklin E. Parker
    #12 parkerfe, Mar 28, 2005
    Ship it up to Bo Pirkle, 770.939.6982shop or 770.356.1790cell. You make get the job done cheaper, but it can't be done better than Bo !
     
  13. PWehmer

    PWehmer Formula 3

    Oct 15, 2002
    1,733
    Surrounded by Water
    #13 PWehmer, Mar 28, 2005
    That is true- never heard anyone complain about the quality of Bo's work. He's one of the few people who increases the value of a Ferrari since he painted it. My 328 was painted by him. No clear coat and mirror smooth.

    I have heard some comments about him being rather slow about completing projects. FOA sends all thier body work to him I believe.
     
  14. parkerfe

    parkerfe F1 World Champ

    Sep 4, 2001
    12,887
    Cumming, Georgia
    Full Name:
    Franklin E. Parker
    #14 parkerfe, Mar 29, 2005
    Bo is a little slow...but, will work a little faster if he knows he will be paid in cash rather than check. And you need to ask yourself, do you want a quick job or a good job?
     

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