Welcome to Shop 42!
Have a vehicle that you dream of restoring? Yet it seems impossible to make that dream a reality? Well, Shop 42 can make your dreams come true! We are an affordable auto restoration & custom fabrication shop in Detroit Lakes, MN, where our crew has over 30 years of experience in the biz.
We have expertise in welding, aluminum welding, plastic welding, light sand blasting, painting, gel coat and fiberglass repair, panel replacement, rust repair, mild mechanical and electrical work, etc. We will happily work on any year, make or model of: cars, trucks, ATVs, motorcycles, boats, campers, trailers, tractors, fish houses, or just about whatever you can drag in.
We understand money doesn't grow on trees. That's why we like to get to know our customers, figure out a budget that best suits their lifestyle, throw 'em an estimate and get to work. The restoration process of your vehicle should be a fun experience, not another stressful bill.
But how much will my dream cost? We're glad you asked! To get an idea, other shops charge around $50K for your average muscle car restoration and that is just labor...and it only goes up from there! Who has that kind of money? Here at Shop 42 our labor rates can best the competition on average by 50%.
Need your vehicle done fast? We average less than 12 months for auto restoration. (Time depending on parts availability, etc.) Not sure how to get your car here? No worries, we will gladly trailer it here for you. For customer convenience we are now accepting PayPal.
We work hard to please our customers. Our hours are 4 pm to 4 am 7 days a week, or by appointment. And, yes, you read that right. (Where else can you bring your vehicle at 10 pm or on a Sunday?)
Whether you're looking for a repair, customization, a simple driver or full on restoration...or something in between, Shop 42 is the place for you!
Shoot us a text or email and check out our website. Also feel free to like us on Facebook! You won't be disappointed in your experience with our fast, friendly and high quality service!
We have expertise in welding, aluminum welding, plastic welding, light sand blasting, painting, gel coat and fiberglass repair, panel replacement, rust repair, mild mechanical and electrical work, etc. We will happily work on any year, make or model of: cars, trucks, ATVs, motorcycles, boats, campers, trailers, tractors, fish houses, or just about whatever you can drag in.
We understand money doesn't grow on trees. That's why we like to get to know our customers, figure out a budget that best suits their lifestyle, throw 'em an estimate and get to work. The restoration process of your vehicle should be a fun experience, not another stressful bill.
But how much will my dream cost? We're glad you asked! To get an idea, other shops charge around $50K for your average muscle car restoration and that is just labor...and it only goes up from there! Who has that kind of money? Here at Shop 42 our labor rates can best the competition on average by 50%.
Need your vehicle done fast? We average less than 12 months for auto restoration. (Time depending on parts availability, etc.) Not sure how to get your car here? No worries, we will gladly trailer it here for you. For customer convenience we are now accepting PayPal.
We work hard to please our customers. Our hours are 4 pm to 4 am 7 days a week, or by appointment. And, yes, you read that right. (Where else can you bring your vehicle at 10 pm or on a Sunday?)
Whether you're looking for a repair, customization, a simple driver or full on restoration...or something in between, Shop 42 is the place for you!
Shoot us a text or email and check out our website. Also feel free to like us on Facebook! You won't be disappointed in your experience with our fast, friendly and high quality service!
We are your One Stop Shop - fabrication thru finish!
In and Around the Shop
We received this fabulous Ford completely disassembled and placed in numerous boxes and on pallets. The only thing still intact was the uni-body, which still needed panel replacement and a substantial amount of metal work. So far, we have: replaced panels, rebuilt and painted suspension and steering systems, painted the engine bay, sent out over 300 pieces of chrome to be re-chromed. We still have plenty of work ahead of us, but stayed tuned as we resurrect one of Ford's classic beauties!