IND Roof in Northern VA

M2_bugz · 06-13-2017, 06:13 PM

So I received my carbon roof from IND last week, but I'm having the hardest time finding a local shop in the Northern VA area willing to do the install. Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a good shop that might tackle this?

M2_bugz · 06-13-2017, 06:18 PM

Here's a pic of the thing still wrapped. I did the 2x2 weave. I'll post pics once I find a place that can actually install it.

maddoc · 06-13-2017, 11:59 PM

D&V Autobody. Give them a try.

Day Laborer · 06-14-2017, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by maddoc

D&V Autobody. Give them a try.

D&V Autobody will not touch it. These days they are hell bent on only doing OEM, as in, only as how the car arrived from the factory.

I stopped by to have them take a look at a CF diffuser adjusted to fit better and turned me away.

If you are in PA, I bet Autocouture Motoring in NJ would be willing to do it.

maddoc · 06-14-2017, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Day Laborer

D&V Autobody will not touch it. These days they are hell bent on only doing OEM, as in, only as how the car arrived from the factory.

I stopped by to have them take a look at a CF diffuser adjusted to fit better and turned me away.

If you are in PA, I bet Autocouture Motoring in NJ would be willing to do it.

Wow really. News to me and unfortunate. They do great work.

Day Laborer · 06-14-2017, 12:10 AM

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Wow really. News to me and unfortunate. They do great work.

My friend is neighbors with the owner; I believe he will do such work for acquaintances or friends, but not for most people.
I think they had many problems occur with aftermarket installations in the past, things such as bad fitment or low quality products and they got blamed for them.

My personal experience wasn't so great, I had them repaint a bumper back in 2010-2011 (remove license plate holes) and had to return twice due to paint not bond correctly.

akkando · 06-14-2017, 02:43 AM

What do you do with your old roof when you get the cf one installed?

David1 · 06-14-2017, 11:04 AM

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What do you do with your old roof when you get the cf one installed?

It's scrap or use it for target practice.

M2_bugz · 06-14-2017, 06:56 PM

Well, I'll see if D&V is willing anyway and let everyone know how it goes. I've also tried Euro Pro's in Maryland, and they're willing, but they aren't really close. So we will see.

maddoc · 06-16-2017, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by M2_bugz

Well, I'll see if D&V is willing anyway and let everyone know how it goes. I've also tried Euro Pro's in Maryland, and they're willing, but they aren't really close. So we will see.

Sometimes you got to travel for quality (I brought my last car to D&V and I live in MD). I forgot about Europros.

The other option is to find a BMW certified repair shop (at a dealership). Hopefully they'd be able to install it.

BEM-S4 · 06-21-2017, 08:27 AM

Try LIP Collision in North Whales. Ask for Josh.

They have an M coupe out front which is always a good sign and do a lot of high end work.

TuningTech FS · 06-22-2017, 07:46 PM

Try LOS Customs in MD. You are welcome.

M2_bugz · 07-08-2017, 08:16 PM

D&V Autobody took on the project. The M2 is with them now. I'll post up results once they finish. So far, they've been very professional about the whole endeavor.

Tumbleweeds78 · 07-08-2017, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by M2_bugz

D&V Autobody took on the project. The M2 is with them now. I'll post up results once they finish. So far, they've been very professional about the whole endeavor.

How much labor is involved?

maddoc · 07-09-2017, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by M2_bugz

D&V Autobody took on the project. The M2 is with them now. I'll post up results once they finish. So far, they've been very professional about the whole endeavor.

Sweet. May I ask who you're dealing with over there (You can send me a PM).

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Originally Posted by Day Laborer

My personal experience wasn't so great, I had them repaint a bumper back in 2010-2011 (remove license plate holes) and had to return twice due to paint not bond correctly.

But they fixed it every time without question? I had some minor things come up on one of my previous cars after work was done and they took the car back, no questions asked.

mtoosexy · 07-16-2017, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by M2_bugz

D&V Autobody took on the project. The M2 is with them now. I'll post up results once they finish. So far, they've been very professional about the whole endeavor.

you by chance get the car back yet? would love to see some pictures!

mlust · 07-18-2017, 07:04 PM

I wish there was a shop that I trusted in my area to do this. I'd love to get this done. If I was still in Cali, this would be done.

M2_bugz · 07-18-2017, 08:44 PM

Still waiting... Hopefully tomorrow. I will post up pics though.

They tell me it's amazing.

M2_bugz · 07-19-2017, 07:56 PM

Well, she sure looks good. D&V did what I would handily call a factory equivalent install. Took them exactly two weeks, but they did it right. Not a single mark out of place, and given the effort that what was done, that's impressive. Slight overrun in the cost compared to the estimate, but all told, within reason. There were a couple unexpected hurdles, there needed some minor trimming up on the excess material on the edges of the panel as IND ships it. Also, the shark fin area was not cut, and needed to be for wiring. I also had them paint the fin and roof rails black too. I'll post more pics this weekend. But, I'm very pleased.

David1 · 07-19-2017, 09:22 PM

Does the glass need to come out to do this?

rouxeny · 07-20-2017, 02:32 AM

Looks great!

mindovermatter125 · 07-20-2017, 06:33 AM

How much did they charge?

06-13-2017, 06:13 PM	#1
M2_bugz New Member 40 Rep 8 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	IND Roof in Northern VA So I received my carbon roof from IND last week, but I'm having the hardest time finding a local shop in the Northern VA area willing to do the install. Does anyone out there have a recommendation for a good shop that might tackle this?
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M2_bugz New Member 40 Rep 8 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	Well, I'll see if D&V is willing anyway and let everyone know how it goes. I've also tried Euro Pro's in Maryland, and they're willing, but they aren't really close. So we will see.
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M2_bugz New Member 40 Rep 8 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	D&V Autobody took on the project. The M2 is with them now. I'll post up results once they finish. So far, they've been very professional about the whole endeavor.
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mlust Second Lieutenant 157 Rep 236 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Nashville iTrader: (0)	I wish there was a shop that I trusted in my area to do this. I'd love to get this done. If I was still in Cali, this would be done.
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M2_bugz New Member 40 Rep 8 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: VA iTrader: (0)	Well, she sure looks good. D&V did what I would handily call a factory equivalent install. Took them exactly two weeks, but they did it right. Not a single mark out of place, and given the effort that what was done, that's impressive. Slight overrun in the cost compared to the estimate, but all told, within reason. There were a couple unexpected hurdles, there needed some minor trimming up on the excess material on the edges of the panel as IND ships it. Also, the shark fin area was not cut, and needed to be for wiring. I also had them paint the fin and roof rails black too. I'll post more pics this weekend. But, I'm very pleased. Attached Images
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