Nashville, Tennessee — February 28, 2020 — 2020 has been an exciting year so far for GPO Tuning. The BMW repair shop, which also offers Porsche service, VW repair, Audi service, and MB repair, has launched a sister company in Columbia.
ColorKraft Auto was established as a joint partnership between GPO Tuning and Glorified Bodies, a high-end automotive paint, body, and collision center in Columbia. The new company fills a significant void on the GPO Tuning menu. Until recently, body shop work, including painting and detailing, was outsourced.
Glorified Bodies’ Josh Lemon first came into GPO Tuning’s radar after being recommended by Rich Ewald of J3 restorations. Justis Kivari, the managing partner of GPO Tuning, contacted Lemon for assistance on a one-off project for a custom-painted vehicle. After a visit to the shop and a review of Lemon’s work, Justis along with his partners Doug and Corey decided to take a leap of faith. The result was a flawless finish and, more importantly, a satisfied client.
After a few meetings, Lemon and Kivari, along with their respective business partners, knew that a partnership would provide both companies an opportunity to be their very best. Lemon made the decision to close Glorified Bodies. Together with Justis Kivari, Doug Hoffarth, and Corey Harper, Josh Lemon restructured the body shop as ColorKraft.
ColorKraft Auto specializes in European automobile paint, collision repair, and detail work. Since its inception in October, the new company has gained popularity among dealerships and consumers. Nashville import owners now have access to the most capable body shop in Middle Tennessee.
The ColorKraft Team
Ryan Lacey is a retired Naval officer and helicopter maintenance technician. He has been in the automotive industry since becoming a civilian and found a passion for bodywork when working at a local parts supply shop. After a year-long apprenticeship, Lacey was out-painting veterans at Andrews Cadillac in Brentwood. Here, he spent more than 14 years refining his art. He is certified in Porsche repair, BMW repair, and Audi repair, but his heart lies underneath the clear coat.
Aaron Monroe is a local boy, growing up in Spring Hill, Tennessee. He is ColorKraft’s lead detailer.
Dallas McLaird left Seattle as a baby and was raised in Franklin, Tennessee. As an estimator, his job is to ensure that each customer gets a fair price and the time and attention their vehicle deserves.
GPO Tuning and ColorKraft Are committed to the core values of exceptional service for all. With more than 100 years of combined experience, ColorKraft and GPO Tuning truly bring the best of German automotive repair and bodywork to the table.
Customers who are interested in having bodywork done may drop their vehicle off at GPO Tuning. Their licensed and insured drivers will handle transport between GPO Tuning’s Nashville shop and ColorKraft’s location in Columbia at no charge. Operating hours are Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM and appointments are preferred.
ColorKraft Auto Refinishers (ColorKraftauto.com)offers paint and bodywork, collision repair, dent repair, wheel restoration, and auto detailing. They may be reached via telephone at 931.901.0238. GPO Tuning (GPOTuning.com) is Nashville’s most trusted import repair shop. Their service advisors are available by calling 615.248.9466.