Collision Specialists Inc

08/20/2026

Minnesota drivers have rights. Do you know yours?

These protections didn't happen by accident.

For decades, repairers across Minnesota have worked through AASP-MN to protect consumer choice and advocate for safe, proper repairs.

Collision Specialists has been part of this industry since 1981, and have been involved with AASP-MN for 2 generations now. We believe protecting our customers also means making sure you know your rights.

Know your rights before you need them.

Collision Specialists Inc.
Built on Trust Since 1981.

08/12/2026

It's fair week!

We're proud to once again sponsor the Mower County Fair and support a week that's all about bringing our community together.

We spend our days helping protect the families who drive through our doors. Supporting the places, programs and traditions those same families enjoy is just as important to us.

So get out there, eat something you probably shouldn't, ride something you probably shouldn't after eating it, and enjoy the fair. 😂

Have fun, Southern Minnesota — we'll see you at the fair!

— Collision Specialists Inc
Built on Trust Since 1981

07/29/2026

Most people think a body shop decides how to repair a vehicle.

We don't.

Every manufacturer publishes repair procedures for the vehicles they build. Before repairs begin, our team researches those procedures and builds the repair plan around them. Then we follow them throughout the repair.

That's why we've invested in OEM certifications, specialized equipment, and ongoing training for more than 45 years. Doing the job right starts long before the first wrench is turned.

Want to learn more? Our current OEM certifications and accreditations are listed on our website with more to come!
https://www.csiaustinmn.com/services/

07/20/2026

Every vehicle in our shop belongs to someone who trusted us after one of the most inconvenient days they'll have all year.

That's a responsibility we have never taken for granted.

Thank you, Southern Minnesota, for allowing us to earn your trust over the past 45 years.

07/17/2026

Good luck to our 13AAA team as they begin their second State Tournament this weekend! ⚾

Watching this group take the field got us thinking about all the teams that came before them so these photos are just a few from the 1990s, when Randy was coaching many of our sponsored teams. His time in the dugout eventually came to an end, but his commitment to supporting Austin youth baseball never did.

Today, Collision Specialists is proud to continue that tradition.

To our 13AAA team—good luck this weekend. Enjoy every inning, represent Austin well, and know you're part of a tradition that's been making memories for decades. We're proud to have our name on your jerseys and will be cheering you on all weekend.

07/16/2026

Not every collision repair ends with paint. Many of today's vehicles are equipped with cameras and sensors that help power features like lane keeping, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, and automatic emergency braking.

After the majority of repairs, those systems need to be calibrated to manufacturer specifications before the job is truly complete.

It's one of the many steps that happens behind the scenes to help ensure your vehicle is repaired the right way.

Collision Specialists
Built on Trust Since 1981.

07/14/2026

The office on the left wasn't fancy. It was small, standing room only, and filled with training certificates, repair manuals, and long days. That's where the foundation was built.

Today, the space looks different. The technology is different and the vehicles are more advanced than ever. But the standard hasn't changed.

For 45 years, we've believed every repair deserves the same attention to detail, the same commitment to quality, and the same respect for the people who trust us with their vehicles.

Thank you Southern Minnesota, for trusting us since 1981.

07/10/2026

07/08/2026

You Have a Choice.... After an accident, your insurance company may recommend a repair shop.

But in Minnesota, the choice is always yours.

At Collision Specialists, we've always believed that an informed customer makes the best decisions.

Whether you choose us or another qualified repair facility, you deserve honest information, quality repairs, and the freedom to choose the shop you trust.

Know your rights. Choose the shop you trust.
Collision Specialists Inc
Built on Trust Since 1981.

07/07/2026

Forty-five years ago, Randy opened the doors to a one-car garage with one simple goal: do quality work and treat people right.

Over the years, that one-car garage became Randy's Auto Body, and eventually grew into the Collision Specialists Inc you know today.

A lot has changed over the last 45 years. Vehicles have changed. Technology has changed. Repair methods have changed. But what hasn't changed is our commitment to doing the job right and taking care of the people who place their trust in us.

To every customer, employee, friend, supplier, and community member who has been part of our story... Thank you!

Because of you, we're proud to celebrate 45 years of serving Southern Minnesota.

How long have you been part of the Collision Specialists story? We'd love to hear your memories in the comments.