MenuImport Specialists is a family owned business that has been around since 1985. It started as a four bay shop that has grown to over 12,000 square feet of operating space. We also have a work station complete with wifi. A completely remodeled public library is within walking distance.
At Import Specialists we feel the most import value is our reputation. By giving our customers top quality service and repairs at a reasonable, competitive price we have remained in business for over 30 years. We try to repair only items necessary and if we find any additional problems, advise you as to how soon they are needed and give you a written estimate. We realize how important your vehicle is to you and try to get you in promptly to minimize your down time.
Over the years we have assembled a top notch crew that has a wide range of experience to cover almost all aspects of automotive repairs.
Ben Murphy: In September 2023, Ben Murphy, the Founder and Owner of HandyVets Inc., took over ownership of Import Auto Specialists. ALL EXISTING STAFF REMAINS. We are continuing to offer the same great service we always have.
Ben has been a customer of Import Specialists for over 10 years. Import Specialist and Handy Vets Inc. had a long history as Handy Vets fleet of vehicles, Ben’s personal vehicles and countless referrals for a quality mechanic were all handled by the Import Specialist crew. Bob’s team always provided the best service at the best price so Ben was a loyal customer long before he became the new owner.
Prior to Ben’s service in the USMC, he started workign on cars at the age of 15 at the Hannibal MO Votech for automotive. He has multiple years of automotive experience as a shop technician.
Ben enjoys working on late model classic cars and has plans to start bringing in more restoration work.
Nick: Is the service advisor and does all the scheduling, estimates, ordering parts, invoices, contacts extended warranty companies and runs communication between mechanics and customers. He is also able to do collision repair estimates and communicates between insurance companies and our body shop.
Doug: Our Shop Manager brings in a tremendous amount of experience from the American car market. He has made the transition over to the import vehicles and now has experience on all vehicles. From computer diagnostics to alignments to heavy engine work, he can handle it all.
Duane: He started on the air-cooled VW market in the late 60’s and early 70’s and expanded to the complete auto repair mechanic. Duane can do all heavy repairs, engines, transmissions and yes, old Volkswagens.
Don: Don provides all custom paint and body work services. He worked at the Ford plant in Hazelwood for 30 years doing all phases of collision repair on all brand new vehicles.
