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      05-06-2019, 08:28 AM   #1
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Good auto body - paint shop in Northern VA?

Anyone have any recommendations for a good body shop in NOVA?

I am getting a used CSL trunk that I need to get repainted. Looking to go to a reliable spot.

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First Choice Body in Arlington, VA

They take their time, but they do it right and match paint really well.
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D&V Autobody Masters in Sterling.
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I've had to return to them once my front bumper's paint started peeling. They made it right, but it was an inconvenience
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I've had to return to them once my front bumper's paint started peeling. They made it right, but it was an inconvenience
Dang thats unfortunate. I've used them a couple times and never had issues with fast turn around times.
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I've had to return to them once my front bumper's paint started peeling. They made it right, but it was an inconvenience
Dang thats unfortunate. I've used them a couple times and never had issues with fast turn around times.
Something about the paint incorrectly bonding to the surface.. fixed real fast without issue; but they were so damn far from where I live, so Uber was mad expensive
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I've used D&V twice, without any issues. They are expensive, but do a very good job.
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Anyone have any recommendations for a good body shop in NOVA?

I am getting a used CSL trunk that I need to get repainted. Looking to go to a reliable spot.

Thank you.

Go to the local Ferrari-certified body shop. Great rule of thumb.
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I’m trying to get a csl trunk painted. Alpine white
But with the carbon fiber exposed at the tip.
How and what method would they use. to prevent irregular surface from paint to carbon.?
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