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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 02:22 PM
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Default Good body shop in TORONTO?

Need an INGS LX kit put on, any recommendations?
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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 04:52 PM
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since I started to mod my 350z I can only provide information in terms of where not to take it.

My honest advice...blindfold yourself, spin around 25 times and install the kit yourself using only your non-dominate arm. That way, when you bring the mangled mess to a body shop in the GTA, they will immediately recognize the work as their own but still try to sell helpful ways to improve it.

The Yellowpages, Google and the search button may also yield further results, but you don't want to do that...
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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 04:56 PM
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i think most guys on here go to velocity auto body in markham.
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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 04:57 PM
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I used Reg's Autobody out in Scarborough. They were recommended by the APA (Automobile Protection Agency). This shop has been around for over 25 years... they are not cheap but his work is above average.
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open. Worms just everywhere...
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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 05:02 PM
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LOL... worms have mutated into giant hissing CockROACHES...STAY AWAY from Velocity just ask 2TH PWR.

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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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mike, you're really cynical tonite, what's up? you really do need a canadian hug
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Old Aug 12, 2008 | 08:17 PM
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Originally Posted by BluRed
i think most guys on here go to velocity auto body in markham.
See the " my car is at Velocity" thread in this section.
Cliff notes. They suck.
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Old Aug 13, 2008 | 08:31 AM
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Originally Posted by 2TH PWR
See the " my car is at Velocity" thread in this section.
Cliff notes. They suck.
i've used Velocity. no complaints did a pretty good job on my kit

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Old Aug 13, 2008 | 08:50 AM
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IMO, a measure of a shop is how they correct their mistakes when they make them. Everyone is bound to make a mistake atleast once.
For example, if I hear about a shop that's done someone's turbo install and tune, blew the customer's motor, but then fixed it all on their own dime, you better believe I'll trust them with my car.
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Old Aug 13, 2008 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by bwk
i've used Velocity. no complaints did a pretty good job on my kit
Lets be honest here... Velocity does good work for people they know and I am pretty sure you know the owner...

Edward, Derek and yourself have all had good experiences with velocity, but then again you are all very well acquainted with the owner.

What happened to mike is inexcusable (giving parts away, WHO THE *** DOES THAT??), even more so is the lack of communication with mike (they don't return emails or phone calls/msgs) when he inquires as to how all this is going to be resolved.

Many of us (including myself) played a small roll in Mike choosing Velocity as the "goto" shop, so I think those of us who did should assist Mike in anyway possible.
Which includes reminding any potential customers of what happened with mike and his z.

Every shop makes mistakes, but its how they handle these mistakes that will set it apart from the rest.
And obviously...
VELOCITY = EPIC FAIL
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Old Aug 13, 2008 | 01:09 PM
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Yeah, if Velocity would message me back and let me know about my requests, I would be more forgiving. Aside from that my kit was primered improperly in areas. Dave's says his wasn't prepped 100% either, and he has overspray as well. Many of you have seen my car up close and personal. It's not JUST a customer service issue. It's a quality issue as well.

Anyways, my experience is recorded day by day in my "My car is at Velocity right now" thread. I could take pictures of some of the paint pitting to add to that thread. But nonetheless I think it says it all.
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