Friend & Wistrand
About
Established in 1981, Friend & Wistrand operates as a family-owned collision repair specialist in central Palmerston North. Owner John Wistrand has built the business on personalised service and meticulous craftsmanship, supported by long-serving team members including his daughter Kim at reception and workshop foreman Steven Olsen, who brings over two decades of experience. The workshop handles panel beating, chassis repairs, and spray painting for private vehicles, fleet operators, and insurance-backed work. Advanced technical systems underpin their restoration approach, returning damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition. John conducts personal quality checks on every completed repair, reinforcing the business's commitment to standards. Friend & Wistrand holds IAG Gold Approved Repairer status and maintains affiliation with the Collision Repair Association. Their reputation rests on transparent service—assessments typically take ten minutes—and lifetime repair guarantees that reflect confidence in workmanship. Operating from 674 Tremaine Street, the workshop processes claims for all major insurers while offering free quotations to private customers. This approach has positioned the business as a trusted name across Palmerston North's collision repair sector for over four decades.
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