CARSTAR Adds Virginia Body Shop to Network

CARSTAR Adds Virginia Body Shop to Network

CARSTAR of Winchester has been in business since 2004 and features a 12,000-square-foot facility.

CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts announced the addition of CARSTAR of Winchester to its network.

CARSTAR of Winchester, which is owned by Alex Sowers and Chad Clovis, is now open at 3066 Shawnee Drive in Winchester, Va. The shop has been in business since 2004. Sowers and Clovis made the decision to join CARSTAR for the resources, training and industry expertise that the company offers a shop looking to grow and expand.

“We are really happy to partner with CARSTAR,” said Chad Clovis. “We fully believe that their proven production systems, industry experience and insurance relationships will be a big part of taking our facility to the next level in the coming years. It’s an exciting time for our team, customers and shop.”

CARSTAR of Winchester is housed in a 12,000-square-foot, full-service facility. They are fully equipped with the latest in collision repair technology, including CCC computerized estimating software, Chief- and Chisum-branded frame machines and a Garmat heated downdraft paint booth. They also spray waterborne paints.

In addition to complete collision repair, CARSTAR of Winchester offers domestic and foreign mechanical repair, paintless dent repair, and towing and courtesy van services.

CARSTAR is actively seeking new franchisees. Interested parties should contact Scott Robertson, vice president of development, at [email protected] or (913) 948-5014.

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