Detailing – Mid Ohio Mobile Mechanic https://midohiomobilemechanic.com Onsite Auto Repair, "We Come To You" Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-Mid-Ohio-Mobile-Mechanic-Logo-32x32.webp Detailing – Mid Ohio Mobile Mechanic https://midohiomobilemechanic.com 32 32 How Our Concierge Service Add Value https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/how-our-concierge-service-add-value/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.minnetonkacollision.com/About-Us/Blog/entryid/10/how-our-concierge-service-add-value When choosing an auto body repair shop, your first tendency may be to look at price. If yours is a specialty vehicle, you'll want to consider whether the facility performs specialty vehicle repair. You'll certainly want an auto body repair facility that offers expert color matching. But one thing that may not be high on your list is the concierge services it provides. Concierge services at an auto body shop? You'll find them at Minnetonka Collision Service in Plymouth, MN.

]]> When choosing an auto body repair shop, your first tendency may be to look at price. If yours is a specialty vehicle, you'll want to consider whether the facility performs specialty vehicle repair. You'll certainly want an auto body repair facility that offers expert color matching. But one thing that may not be high on your list is the concierge services it provides. Concierge services at an auto body shop? You'll find them at Minnetonka Collision Service in Plymouth, MN.

Getting involved in an auto accident is just the beginning of a series of inconveniences. At Minnetonka Collision Service, we want to minimize these inconveniences so we offer a range of services that add value.

24/7 Towing Service

The first issue you may have to address if you car has sustained significant damage, is how it will get to the repair shop. At Minnetonka Collision Center, our 24/7 towing service is designed for you, our customer. That means, you're not behind some long line of stranded motorists who have run out of gas, have a flat tire or some other mechanical issue. Your wait time, costs, and inconvenience will be minimized when you call 763.230.7805.

Rental Car Service

You'll next have to address the fact that your car will be out of commission while it gets repaired. If it is a simple dent repair, or bumper repair or even a small fender repair, it's likely it can get done relatively quickly. For more severe collisions, it could take significantly longer. Our convenient on-site car rental service makes it easy to move on with life, without missing a beat.

Courtesy Car Service

If you decide you don't need a rental car, you'll still need to get home. You'll also need a ride to pick-up your car once repairs are completed. Our courtesy car service can help you get there and back easily and conveniently, and without bothering friends or family.

Detailing

Our detailing experts are here to have your car looking as good as possible when it is ready. Inside and out your car will sparkle. You can even use our detailing service when you are not getting an auto body repair!

Choose Minnetonka Collision Center

When you choose Minnetonka Collision Center, you are choosing an auto body repair shop with a higher level of customer focus. It shows in our work, our guarantees, talented team of experienced technicians and in the value-added concierge services we make available. These services lessen your stress and maximize your time. When you experience an auto accident in the Plymouth, MN area, think Minnetonka Collision Center.

]]> What To Do If Your Car Has Ice Damage https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/what-to-do-if-your-car-has-ice-damage/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.minnetonkacollision.com/About-Us/Blog/entryid/33/what-to-do-if-your-car-has-ice-damage Winter is just around the corner here in Minneapolis. That means snow and ice can threaten your car throughout the season. If you discover your car has ice damage, then bring it to Minnetonka Collision Center. Our Minnesota certified technicians can fix your vehicle's outer surface no matter how extensive the damage is from an ice incident.

]]> Winter is just around the corner here in Minneapolis. That means snow and ice can threaten your car throughout the season. If you discover your car has ice damage, then bring it to Minnetonka Collision Center. Our Minnesota certified technicians can fix your vehicle's outer surface no matter how extensive the damage is from an ice incident.

Damage From Chipping Ice

We’ve all been there. The ice on your windshield is frozen up, and you’re in a hurry to get somewhere, so you accidentally damage the paint on the door or hood in order to get them open. Trying to force ice from the surface of your car will undoubtedly hurt the paint job. We can touch up the car, however, and fix the damaged areas that have been affected by premature ice removal.

Dents Caused by Falling Icicles

If you park your car under a tree or close to the eave of your house, then your car could sustain some damage from falling ice. While will not keep your car from operating, it could seriously hurt the body of your car and cause multiple dents and scratches, as well as shattered glass. Our technicians can inspect your car if ice has fallen on it, and determined what type of dent fix needs to be performed.

Hail Damage Repair

It is possible for hail to occur during the beginning or end of the winter season when the temperatures are fluctuating. Hail damage can occur quickly and cause widespread dents to the body surface as well as shatter your windshield and other glass. We can work with your insurance company to help you with filing damage claims due to hail. We can also restore your vehicle back to looking like new after the hailstorm.

Collisions

Ice can cover a roadway and cause you to lose control behind the wheel. We see dozens of clients each year during winter who need auto body repair done to the car as a result of a collision. Fortunately, we can fix all types of damage no matter how serious it is. Whether you are driving a commercial vehicle or a personal sports car or sedan, we can return your car back to its new condition in no time.

Minnetonka Can Repair Ice Damage to Your Car

If you need dent removal or auto body repair due to damage caused by ice, then contact Minnetonka Collision Service. Our state certified and trained technicians can repair any small or large ice damage to your car and have it looking brand new once again. Call us today at 763-230-7805 and schedule your free estimate or drive up to our auto body shop. We provide a wide range of repair services for vehicle owners in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.

]]> Auto Body Maintenance Tips for Cars with Over 100,000 Miles https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/auto-body-maintenance-tips-for-cars-with-over-100000-miles/ Fri, 03 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.minnetonkacollision.com/About-Us/Blog/entryid/32/auto-body-maintenance-tips-for-cars-with-over-100000-miles When talking about car maintenance, most car owners think about what’s under the hood. Here at Minnetonka Collision, we care about how great your car looks as well as how well it runs. Once your car reaches 100,000 miles, we recommend that you bring it to our auto body shop so they can detail it from front to back. Your car may have a few miles on it, but we can keep it looking beautiful throughout its life with our comprehensive auto body repair service.

Smooth Out Those Dents

As your car gets older, it should not surprise you that there may be a few dents along the auto body surface. We can smooth out most dents on your car simply by pulling them out. In most cases, we can correct dents without affecting the paint on the car. A dent fix is fast and easy to pull out and can make your car look brand new. We offer a proven method for dent removal without scratching the paint or damaging the body.

Scratches and Scrapes

Most cars over 100,000 miles are likely to have a few accidental scratches along the way. The good news is that we can smooth out those scratches with relatively little effort. Our entire crew of auto body technicians has the skill and training necessary to get these scratches out of your car and touch it up with color-matching paint. Even if your car is a few years old, we still have the capability to match your car's color.

How About A Brand New Paint Job?

Your car may be old, but it doesn’t have to look old. At Minnetonka Collision, we specialize in giving old and damaged cars a brand new look. You can bring your vehicle into our shop and get a brand new paint job. When the work is done, nobody will know that you have a used car. We can color match your car’s factory color, or go a different direction and refresh your car by giving it a new color all together.

Minnetonka Collision is Ready to Upgrade Your Car

Minnetonka Collision has been providing a wide range of repair and custom auto body services for drivers in the Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota area. You can count on us for affordable rates, dependable services, and quality work that brings you 100% satisfaction. Contact us today at 763-230-7805 and schedule a free estimate. We are your auto body specialists.

]]> What is Included in a Complete Auto Detailing Service? https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/what-is-included-in-a-complete-auto-detailing-service/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.minnetonkacollision.com/About-Us/Blog/entryid/29/what-is-included-in-a-complete-auto-detailing-service Before you take your car to any center to get detailed, you need to find out what is included in the detail package. At Minnetonka Collision Center, we go the extra mile to ensure that you receive a comprehensive package that makes your car look stunning from front to back. Below we provide a checklist of all major components of your car that should be treated during a professional detail.

Interior Scrubbing

The inside of a vehicle can be as challenging to clean as the outside due to the all the hard to reach places. We have special tools that allow us to reach these place and effectively remove dirt and grime while polishing the surface area. Every interior fabric is unique and needs to be treated delicately. Leather should be conditioned and reinforced against both the UV and the extreme temperatures inside the car.

Paint Cleaning and Polish

The paint on your car is sensitive and needs to be treated in a delicate manner. Therefore, we give the paint a basic washing follow by removing all hard contaminants such metal particles, dirt, tar, and grime. The paint is then thoroughly polished to buff out the tiny scratches and finally waxed.

All Exterior Lights and Trim

We apply a polishing compound to all front lights to remove debris and any evidence of oxidation. We then apply a sealer over the lights to protect them from future oxidation. If your car has any chrome trim, then it will be both cleaned and sealed from the outside elements such as UV rays, wind, heat, and rain. The sealant keeps the finish from cracking or chipping.

Protecting the Wheels and the Chassis

The bottom around the base of the car is called the undercarriage. It is the target of a lot of hard dirt and tar. The wheels are abused even more due to their ongoing motion at high speeds. Therefore, we pay special attention to these areas including the wheel wells, anti-roll bars, control arms, and fenders. Next, we take care of the splash guards and the areas around the inner and outer fenders. All hub caps and inner wheel areas should bed given special dressing that will greatly enhance their look and shields them from corrosion and surface cracking.

Schedule a Detailing Service with Minnetonka Today

In addition to these basic detailing services we also perform detailing on other components of your vehicle in order to give it a comprehensive cleaning. If you would like to have your car or truck detailed, then contact Minnetonka Collision Center today. We offer vehicle detailing, collision repair, dent removal, paint color matching and other premier services for car owners in Plymouth, Minnesota and surrounding area. Call us at 763-230-7805. We are your most trusted automotive repair shop!

]]> What is Included in a Complete Auto Detailing Service? https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/what-is-included-in-a-complete-auto-detailing-service-2/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.minnetonkacollision.com/About-Us/Blog/entryid/29/what-is-included-in-a-complete-auto-detailing-service Before you take your car to any center to get detailed, you need to find out what is included in the detail package. At Minnetonka Collision Center, we go the extra mile to ensure that you receive a comprehensive package that makes your car look stunning from front to back. Below we provide a checklist of all major components of your car that should be treated during a professional detail.

Interior Scrubbing

The inside of a vehicle can be as challenging to clean as the outside due to the all the hard to reach places. We have special tools that allow us to reach these place and effectively remove dirt and grime while polishing the surface area. Every interior fabric is unique and needs to be treated delicately. Leather should be conditioned and reinforced against both the UV and the extreme temperatures inside the car.

Paint Cleaning and Polish

The paint on your car is sensitive and needs to be treated in a delicate manner. Therefore, we give the paint a basic washing follow by removing all hard contaminants such metal particles, dirt, tar, and grime. The paint is then thoroughly polished to buff out the tiny scratches and finally waxed.

All Exterior Lights and Trim

We apply a polishing compound to all front lights to remove debris and any evidence of oxidation. We then apply a sealer over the lights to protect them from future oxidation. If your car has any chrome trim, then it will be both cleaned and sealed from the outside elements such as UV rays, wind, heat, and rain. The sealant keeps the finish from cracking or chipping.

Protecting the Wheels and the Chassis

The bottom around the base of the car is called the undercarriage. It is the target of a lot of hard dirt and tar. The wheels are abused even more due to their ongoing motion at high speeds. Therefore, we pay special attention to these areas including the wheel wells, anti-roll bars, control arms, and fenders. Next, we take care of the splash guards and the areas around the inner and outer fenders. All hub caps and inner wheel areas should bed given special dressing that will greatly enhance their look and shields them from corrosion and surface cracking.

Schedule a Detailing Service with Minnetonka Today

In addition to these basic detailing services we also perform detailing on other components of your vehicle in order to give it a comprehensive cleaning. If you would like to have your car or truck detailed, then contact Minnetonka Collision Center today. We offer vehicle detailing, collision repair, dent removal, paint color matching and other premier services for car owners in Plymouth, Minnesota and surrounding area. Call us at 763-230-7805. We are your most trusted automotive repair shop!

]]> 3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Car https://midohiomobilemechanic.com/3-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-car/ Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.minnetonkacollision.com/About-Us/Blog/entryid/24/3-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-car Your car is a major investment that needs to be treated as such if it's going to last. There are numerous ways that you can protect your investment so that you are able to get the most out of it. Here are a few:

]]> Your car is a major investment that needs to be treated as such if it's going to last. There are numerous ways that you can protect your investment so that you are able to get the most out of it. Here are a few:

1. Always Follow the Manufacturer's Recommendations
Whether you purchased your vehicle brand new off the dealership's lot or you bought it new, you should always heed the manufacturer's recommendations when it comes to servicing and replacing parts. This can be fairly routine if you are the sole owner of a vehicle. For a car that was used when you purchased it though, it can be a bit trickier to navigate. A good rule of thumb is to go ahead and replace a part as the manufacturer's schedule recommends unless you have reputable evidence that shows that it is new.

2. Don't Put Off Body Work
It can be hard to justify a trip to the body shop for minor issues but the alternative could be dire. If your teen driver scrapes the bumper of your car while the two of you are out having a driving lesson or your SUV sustains a dent delivered by a shopping cart, for example, these minor bodywork issues can be easy to gloss over as unimportant.

Not addressing them promptly, however, could bring into question the integrity of your car's structure. While that might sound dramatic, even minor bumps, dents and dings can rub off the paint and expose the metal underneath. With the harsh Minnesota winters, the formation of rust on these vulnerable areas isn't a matter of if, only when it will happen. If you wait until that stage, a minor body work repair can easily turn into a more extensive job.

3. Pay Attention to Unusual Behaviors and Sounds
You know your vehicle best. It's important to get into the habit of doing an informal assessment of your car every time you start it up. Listen for any unusual sounds. Be observant while you're driving and note any behaviors — such as shimming, vibrating or pulling — that weren't evident the previous time you drove it. Much like the body work mentioned above, these behaviors and sounds aren't going to get better on their own. You need to address them right away to protect your car.

At Minnetonka Collision, we deliver excellent auto service, parts and repairs in Plymouth, MN and the surrounding areas. We invite you to visit our state-of-the-art facility today!

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