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Wyman's Auto Body
- Vehicle
- Price
- Estimate
“The insurance estimate was low (of course) but it wasn't my problem, they made sure every piece needed was replaced right down to the proper plastic clips on trim.”
Best Car Restoration Shops in Portland, ME
24 experts listed · 4 in Portland · 4 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Back Bay Customs
- Attention
- Quality
- Engine
“Watching the fabrication process was witnessing art in motion as BBC are masters of old school hand work in new school contexts, being able to seamlessly bridge art and technology in the custom build process.”
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Motoresto LLC
- Driving
- Communication
“I made a phone call to Andrew, he saw that an alternator was available, I drove to his shop, he ordered the part and two hours later I was back on the road.”
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Mbw Tractor Sales
“I was just down the road a little bit at one of my stops and I accidentally broke one of my hub seals on my trailer.”
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SL Tech Mercedes Benz
“If you're a serious Mercedes' enthusiast, particularly Pagodas, then you really ought to visit.”
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Speed's Auto Top
- Motorcycle Seat
“He was professional, courteous, up-front, straightforward and quickly provided me with a realistic quote on the spot, even though it was close to closing time.”
Listed for drivers in and around Portland, ME, these 24 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: Portland, ME
4 of the 24 experts we list are based in Portland; the other 20 serve Portland from towns including Lisbon (26 mi), Poland (28 mi) and Freeport (6 mi). 21 of the experts on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 502 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these experts on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (89%) and punctuality (62%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the experts on this page are "price", "communication" and "attention to detail". 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (ASE) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 46 years. 4 give free estimates and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 15 of the experts on this page; 14 publish a contact page and 10 list a public email. 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 24 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.
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Rust Repair
“It was like there was never any rust once he was done!”
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TMI Time Machines International
- Mechanic
- Gem
“My father and his father before him, were incredibly talented mechanics who built cars from the ground up.”
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Expanse Outfitters
“Taking a truck apart and putting it back together is not for the faint of heart. When we take on a restoration project, we don't just wing it, we plan out every step along the way, establishing clear milestones. This gives us a completed truck that l...”
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OC Detailing Pro
- Brand
- Dog
- OCD
“I will definitely be using his services again!”
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Xcellerated Performance
- Mechanic
“I've seen cars, trucks, construction equipment, huge generators, motorcycles, even a trike from California passing through in trouble, in his parking lot.”
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Bill Stevens Auto Sales & Body
“Always friendly and good prices”
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Bodymax Collision Center
“I get my car fixed at body max they get it done right the first time I recommend my friends should get there car fixed if they ever get in an accident”
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Twisted Iron Customs
- Pricing
- Tires
“Just left a build meeting with Mike can't wait to see what he comes up with for a new project this is the place you want to go in Maine for street rods and custom bikes they do fantastic work and will help you with every phase of the project.”
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Mr. Chip's Customs
- Paint
“I had them do the paint job on my 1971 BMW motorcycle complete with free hand pin striping.”
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Hotrod City
- Car Show
“Great Service!”
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I. M. Detailed
- Vehicle
- Price
“I intend to take the same kind of care of this car so I was very pleased with the complete recon both inside and outside that Ian did and I fully intend to return in the future.”
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Douglass Rat Rod & Restoration
“Great work and great guy”
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Klassic Automobile Restoration
“IDK if they still restore any automobiles there but they're doing something right!”
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Maine Mustang
“At Back from the Dead Restoration shop we strive to offer you with the highest quality classic car restoration. We pride ourselves on the workmanship, details, and focus we put into every restoration project we work on. No matter what size project it...”
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Dyer Motorsports
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Dana's Collision & Repair
- 2015
- Truck
- Vehicle
“Just wanna say even though the work done was through insurance the quality and quick repair time of the work done compared to another shop i was at for a previous accident was 100/100 they even cleaned my car inside and outside and I didn't expect th...”
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Revolution Auto Salon
- Communication
- PPF
- Tint
“This motorcycle is 20 years old, it would be extremely difficult to find a replacement panel to match the color and decal of this one and thanks to Steve now I don't have to!”
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The Buffing Moose Detailing
- Hair
- Ceramic
- Results
“Smoke smell was 100% gone and what I didn't realize was that my leather seats were back to their original color after he removed all the nasty nicotine from the seat.”
Exotic and Collector Car Services in Portland, ME Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$18575
Maximum cost
$65556
National Average
$32778
Avg Per Hour Rates
$99
$27315
$34963
Fair price range is based on 292 cost profiles
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