Best Car Restoration Shops near Joliet, IL

3 of these experts are based in Joliet; the others serve Joliet from towns including New Lenox (11 mi), Lockport (5 mi) and Shorewood (2 mi).

4 open weekends · 10 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 16, 2026

Symbolic Kustomz Wheels & Tires

Symbolic Kustomz Wheels & Tires

4.8 99 reviews
“Eddie has a lot of experience and knowledge and knows how to make a great truck.”
Since 2014Prices online
750 N Broadway St
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Heaton Hot Rods

Heaton Hot Rods

4.7 47 reviews
“We absolutely love and appreciate good genuine customer service big kudos to you and your establishment!”
Free estimatesSince 2015
1437 N Larkin Ave
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John Lawson's Auto Rebuilders Inc

John Lawson's Auto Rebuilders Inc

4.7 22 reviews
“They were really helpful with any questions I had as it was my first time getting my car fixed from an accident.”
Since 1963
826 Violetta Ave
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Collision Experts Inc

Collision Experts Inc

5.0 128 reviews
“From start to finish, they provided excellent service and kept me informed every step of the way.”
BBB accreditedSince 2022
Frankfort, IL · 15 mi from Joliet
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United Collision & Customs

United Collision & Customs

4.4 70 reviews
“George and crew were able to fix the problem with the attachment posts to make them better than new.”
I-CAR-certifiedSince 2014BBB A+
Lockport, IL · 5 mi from Joliet
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Straightline Performance

Straightline Performance

4.2 34 reviews
“They are amazing got my 2008 trailblazer ss running good as new thanks guys”
Since 2005
New Lenox, IL · 11 mi from Joliet
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Listed for drivers in and around Joliet, IL, these 14 shops restore and customize cars. What each one says about the eras it works on, its fabrication and paint work, and storage comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Joliet, IL

The 14 experts on this page are rated from 3.4 to 5.0 across 876 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. 4 are open on Saturdays. 1 shows a license on its website and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 63 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the experts on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the experts on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the expert before you visit.

Which listed restoration shops are long established?

11 of the 14 listings state ten or more years in business. On a project measured in months, a shop's survival record is part of the risk you are taking, and the old ones also have the contacts that find parts. It is their own claim, not a rating.

Stowe Automotive

Stowe Automotive

4.7 21 reviews
“Mike was extremely helpful when I came in needing help removing my front lip splitter.”
Since 2023
Lockport, IL · 5 mi from Joliet
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Ready Chassis

Ready Chassis

5.0 2 reviews
Coupons & offersOEM# 15758703Since 1995
Naperville, IL · 16 mi from Joliet
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Joliet Collision Center

Joliet Collision Center

4.7 15 reviews
“Thank you for over 30 years of great experience for me and ALL my friends and family.”
Lifetime warrantySince 1982
Shorewood, IL · 2 mi from Joliet
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S R III Motorsports

S R III Motorsports

5.0 4 reviews
“Excellent company, great to deal with.”
Corvette restoration specialistSince 2005
New Lenox, IL · 11 mi from Joliet
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Carriage House Auto Restorations

Carriage House Auto Restorations

4.7 13 reviews
“Rick ,Tom and ,Jim are doing an excellent job they are very well skilled and knowledgeable of restoration projects I commend them on the great work That they are doing all my automobile.”
Since 2018
New Lenox, IL · 11 mi from Joliet
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Zolper's Auto Restoration and Collision

Zolper's Auto Restoration and Collision

4.5 14 reviews
“He got me in quickly and sent me an updated photo while my Girl was being painted.”
Since 2013
Lockport, IL · 5 mi from Joliet
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High Speed Performance

High Speed Performance

4.3 9 reviews
“Mike is a great guy, I been dealing with mike over 13 years and when I pick my cars up I'm always satisfied”
Since 1992
Mokena, IL · 15 mi from Joliet
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Route 66 Motorsports

Route 66 Motorsports

3.4 2 reviews
“Amazing helpful staff, very competitive prices”
Since 2004
New Lenox, IL · 11 mi from Joliet
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