Welcome To Rodders Choice!

Here at Rodders Choice, I will deliver to you the best body and paint job in the San Diego area. Whether it’s a muscle car, streetrod, hotrod or restoration, I won’t cut corners. And, since I work on every car that comes into Rodders Choice, you’ll be getting a technician that strives to do it right the 1st time. Since I do most of the work myself and I don’t have a huge overhead, my prices are very fair. Dick Ellefson, owner/operator, has been in the auto body field for 40 years. I have the experience you need to get your car into better shape than it was when it was new. My passion is old cars. They have so much more character than todays cars. So if you’re looking for the finest quality, custom body and paint for your special project, your best choice is Rodders Choice.

I also have some projects in work that will be for sale..’69 camaro, 55 bel air 2 dr hardtop, 69 nova, 72 dart, ‘36 ford 2 dr humpback sedan streetrod….if I have what you’re looking for, call me and you can get it finished to your specs and color!

Rust repair..dash customizing/fabrication..laser straight bodywork..panel replacement..sheet metal alignment..attention to bodylines and gaps..minor mechanical..top quality paint..color sanding and buffing..welding..non-insurance collision and dent repair..custom bodywork & painting on motorcycle tanks, fenders and frames..pinstriping , graphics and upholstery available..minor fiberglass..

Bodywork only or turn-key car..I can help!

Call today for directions to come by and see finished products and works in progress!