Car Restoration in Chicago
Older vehicles ask different questions. Panels have history, previous repairs show up in unexpected places, and the finish has to suit the era of the car as much as the owner's taste.
- Chicago-area shop on S. Halsted Street in Riverdale
- Send photos, get the conversation started same day
- Collision, paint and custom work under one roof
- Building finishes in Chicago since 2020
14401 S Halsted St, Riverdale, IL 60827. Get directions
How it works
Three steps to an estimate
1. Send the details
Fill out the short form or call the shop. Photos of the damage or the project help us understand what we are looking at.
2. We look at the vehicle
We follow up to talk through the work, then review the vehicle in person so the plan and the estimate match reality.
3. The work gets done right
Prep, repair and finish are handled in-house, and you see the vehicle when the panel reads the way it should.
Bodywork with the car's character in mind
Restoration bodywork is a slower conversation with the vehicle. Sections get evaluated as they are uncovered, and the plan adapts to what the car actually needs.
Scope is discussed up front
Every restoration is different in scope. Bring the vehicle in, talk through what you want out of it, and the work is planned from there.
Before you call
Questions we hear most
How do I get an estimate for bodywork?
Call the shop at (708) 841-3110 or send your details through the estimate request form. Photos of the damage help start the conversation, and the vehicle is reviewed in person before work is scheduled.
Can I send photos of my vehicle?
Yes. The estimate form accepts multiple photos. Clear, well-lit shots of the damaged area, straight on and at an angle, are the most useful.
Do you work on custom vehicles?
Custom vehicle work is a core part of what Jodi Montana Customs does, from color changes and finish work to longer-term project cars. Bring the details of your project and we can talk through it.
Can you repair scratches and body damage?
Yes. Dents, scratches, scrapes, scuffed bumpers and other cosmetic exterior damage are all common work. Repairs still go through proper preparation and refinishing so the area blends with the rest of the car.
Do you offer automotive paint and refinishing?
Automotive paint and refinishing is one of the shop's main focuses: panel refinishing, blending, full repaints and custom finishes.
Restoration Projects projects from the shop
Browse finished vehicles with before and after comparisons, then see the full write-up on each project page.
Related work at the shop
Estimates
Let's take a look
at your vehicle.
Send the details and we'll get back to you about restoration projects for your vehicle. Rather talk it through? The shop line is open during business hours.