M1 Autobody= Ghetto installers
They did a really nice paint match when I had my bumper and side skirts painted there. The only thing I wasn't too happy about was them using screws to make my sides fit better without asking me first. Plus they give people false price quotes. They'll quote you a price and then change it when you go in 
I've been going to this place for about 7 years. in the last 6 months or so, I've brought in 4 cars, 6 times.
talk about quality going down the sh*ts. first time I've brought in the z to have the car repainted, the work was decent (good color matching and install), other than the friggin fact that my brand new skid plate dropped and dragged in the cement in the 3 minutes of driving off from the shop.. whatever.. they cut half of it so it won't be in the way
no biggie. Then my Sti.. got rear ended while stopped and it was again, decent install and good color matching.. other than the fact that my driver door panel dropped right off and I couldn't close my trunk... so it was taken care of, no biggie. i was rear ended the 2nd time on my sti by a hit and run driver so brought it in again for the same repair. this time, they drilled holes in the wheel fender wells to install (wtf). the rear portion hits the bumper guard and I'm hearing clunking noises once in awhile, elsewhere. they totally neglected to repair the side panel no damage, but was coming off and misaligned from the impact. well, I pointed it out and that's when they decide to fix it. I then brought in my z for one of the side skirt to be painted (i ran over a metal pipe or something on the freeway). couple of weeks after, it was coming apart. I just did an oil change and all of the screws came off at the bottom. I don't even know what's holding the thing on. to be fair, they did a decent job on my sister's prius (was hit while parked at a shop), although they forgot to install the headlights. this is just the beginning. they were suppose to to a CF/metal plating on my sti which they didn't do, but was included in the quote.. and they also did a sh*ttiest fabrication imaginable on the rear panel where the seat goes. They need to revamp and start firing some people and get their sh*t together. I'm not sure if I want to go back to get these issues resolved.
talk about quality going down the sh*ts. first time I've brought in the z to have the car repainted, the work was decent (good color matching and install), other than the friggin fact that my brand new skid plate dropped and dragged in the cement in the 3 minutes of driving off from the shop.. whatever.. they cut half of it so it won't be in the way
no biggie. Then my Sti.. got rear ended while stopped and it was again, decent install and good color matching.. other than the fact that my driver door panel dropped right off and I couldn't close my trunk... so it was taken care of, no biggie. i was rear ended the 2nd time on my sti by a hit and run driver so brought it in again for the same repair. this time, they drilled holes in the wheel fender wells to install (wtf). the rear portion hits the bumper guard and I'm hearing clunking noises once in awhile, elsewhere. they totally neglected to repair the side panel no damage, but was coming off and misaligned from the impact. well, I pointed it out and that's when they decide to fix it. I then brought in my z for one of the side skirt to be painted (i ran over a metal pipe or something on the freeway). couple of weeks after, it was coming apart. I just did an oil change and all of the screws came off at the bottom. I don't even know what's holding the thing on. to be fair, they did a decent job on my sister's prius (was hit while parked at a shop), although they forgot to install the headlights. this is just the beginning. they were suppose to to a CF/metal plating on my sti which they didn't do, but was included in the quote.. and they also did a sh*ttiest fabrication imaginable on the rear panel where the seat goes. They need to revamp and start firing some people and get their sh*t together. I'm not sure if I want to go back to get these issues resolved.Thanks for all your time and support.
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I took my 04 G35 coupe to M1 so they could install a kenstyle body kit about 2 or so years ago. They did a really good job on the color blend and the install was good as well. They did re quote me for fitting of the sideskirts but I didnt argue about it. The screws on the sideskirts were very noticeable. I have to agree. My main concern would have to be that 9 months to a year later the paint started to crack. The paint on both the front and rear bumpers had (have) cracks on them that grew to about 4 inches. Very noticeable upfront. Slightly noticeable from a distance. They did give me a warranty that I have yet to use because I have work and school and well I have very little free time. If anyone has any info on M1's warranty please let me know. P.S. I still have the receits
Im in the same boat
I have taken my Z to DTM twice, once for a collision work, were my door and rear quarter panel was replaced and repainted they also painted my hood and fitted it very well, paint match was on point. Second time i had them put on my body kit, amuse front, nismo sides, paint this time was a little off but i could live with it. Now the clear coat from everything that i got done the first time is coming off. Hood, Door, Fender, and Rear quarter panel the clear coat or entire paint is coming off. There website says they have a lifetime warranty that I also have yet too use. I also have all my receipts. I also put a $100 deposit on a asuka hood, but i never picked it up. Im pretty sure the hood is gone. Wondering what to do next.
I have taken my Z to DTM twice, once for a collision work, were my door and rear quarter panel was replaced and repainted they also painted my hood and fitted it very well, paint match was on point. Second time i had them put on my body kit, amuse front, nismo sides, paint this time was a little off but i could live with it. Now the clear coat from everything that i got done the first time is coming off. Hood, Door, Fender, and Rear quarter panel the clear coat or entire paint is coming off. There website says they have a lifetime warranty that I also have yet too use. I also have all my receipts. I also put a $100 deposit on a asuka hood, but i never picked it up. Im pretty sure the hood is gone. Wondering what to do next.
Dtm sucks stay away
Got my car repainted by them and they oversprayed everywhere!!! The bottom of the passenger and driver doors had overspray, there was paint dripped in some areas, and you could see light scratches all over the car as if they just did a wet sand. I would not recommend for sure. I keep hearing good things of this place in Anaheim called MOB WORKS. I may check them out.
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