How is the autobody business??

My dad and I have a small shop. We buy damaged cars and redo them for resale. We have bodyshop and frame shop. We do mechanical also. I think you need to be as diverse as you can if you have a small shop. The more you can do for the customer, the better off you'll be, IMO.I've been at it for 30 yrs. It can be tiresome,but it's all I know. Around here, the ins. companies direct people to the bigger shops. They cut out the small guys, cause the big shops overlook their silliness more. It is tough business but it pays when you do it right. If you don't do it right, your business will suffer just like any business out there. Good luck with your future choices. Ask us old guys if you have questions. We are usually brutally honest.