Corvette Technicians - Paul Lutz - Owner

Reviews and Customer Comments

January 2006
We have just received word that Corvette Technicians has been named once again by
Corvette Fever Magazine as one of the 100+ Repair Shops You Can Trust. This makes four years in a row and we couldn't be prouder! Our thanks go out to all our customers who nominated us!

The Art of the Art of RESTORATION
Vette Vues Magazine - February 2000

.... totally amazed from the onset with the expertise of Lutz and his technicians.
.... one of the leading restoration businesses in North America, the shop is at all times, maintained in a hospital like condition.

Vette Review April, 1997

"If you’ve got the Vette and are looking for a shop to help you make your dream machine one of the finest of its kind, then Corvette Technicians in North Versailles, PA should be on your list."

We Had To Park It Somewhere
Vette Vues Magazine - September 2000

.... a mystery and love affair and the chance of rejuvenation.
.... maintained as if it were one of those super high-tech research labs.

Corvette Fever - January 2002 - Spring 2009
100+ Repair Shops You Can Trust

“My highest recommendation of all the shops in Pittsburgh, and I have tried many! For ’53 through ’01 models, they are the best.” Dan Miller

Paul THANK YOU !! The car is amazing never thought it could be so wonderful to drive. It sounds great . It is so wonderful to meet someone as meticulous as you and the people who work for you .The amount of professionalism is outstanding witch I know is unheard of today. THANKS AGAIN ! Please pass on my gratitude to your employees for me .

Mike Zanella

"Paul and Tracy: I have to say, your shop has shown me the best service a customer could ever ask for. Your attention to detail and knowledge to the C3 series corvettes is unsurpassed. I always receive more for my money than expected. In today's markets you have shown that the customers best interests at the top of your business. You should feel proud to offer the kind of service you do. I will show nothing but the highest regards and recommendation for Corvette Technicians. I am excited to get my car next week. Best regards again"

Jim Marks

"Paul has always been very helpful in servicing my 1963 and 1967 Corvettes. If repairs are required, he clearly explains approaches/alternatives with the corresponding cost indications. This has always helped me to make the best repair decision. Quality of the work performed is outstanding---the cleanest repair shop I have ever seen!"

Pat Mahanes
Greensburg, PA
1963 Air Coupe, 1967 427 Convertible

Paul,
With the beautiful weather I've had the car out the last couple of Sundays. I thought I never thanked you for the meticulous job you did putting the car back together. I remember our first conversations a year ago about what had to be done. Now that it's finished I must also thank you for the sound advice you gave me in how to go about it. Your expertise and attention to detail really shows, and the car runs beautifully.

Thank you for a job well done, I'm really enjoying it.

Regards,
Tony Wise
Offensive Line Coach
University of Pittsburgh

Mr. Lutz,

As you yourself have said, people are so busy today they seldom take the time give feedback. I must confess I am guilty of this myself. However, I felt so strongly about the professional service I received, I made an exception. I hope you take this in the context knowing what an exception this is for me. Although, I must say, your obvious knowledge, passion, and integrity deserve praise. I am very skeptical when it comes to projects out of my area of expertise and of being taken advantage of. I must say when you told me not to spend the money I was shocked but equally impressed. The time you spent explaining everything to me was way above my expectations. In my profession, my feedback is a repeat customer and you absolutely have one. I look forward to you fully restoring my corvette.

Sincerely,

Dr. Dave Sullivan

Director General Practice Residency
VA Healthcare System, Pittsburgh

January 2004
Recent letter that one of our customers sent a Corvette magazine to put us on another top 100 list of reputable shops.

Gentlemen:

I response to your interest in identifying Corvette shops that are out there with whom I have had excellence experience I'd like to introduce to you Mr. Paul Lutz, owner and operator of Corvette Technicians, located in North Versailles, PA.

Experience Statement: I am the proud owner of a body off restored 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. I have owned this car, and I might add have been restoring it, for over 15 years. Several years after buying, at the time of purchase, this basket case", and after several disappointing experiences with other shops I met Mr. Lutz and began what has become a long term friendship and business relationship with Paul and his team as we traveled the well worn restoration path.

It is difficult for me to fully explain the outstanding work done by Paul and his team (so I am attaching a recent photo of my car so you can full appreciated the work done by Paul and his team) and the many courtesies experienced while visiting what I believe to be the absolute most knowledgeable, committed team of Corvette restoration professionals located in the best, cleanest and most capable facility I have ever seen. Since this car is a driver, and not just a show piece, I can tell you that the results of Paul's efforts are outstanding and that I'd drive this car cross-county, in a heart beat, and with the full confidence that it would be a successful and fun adventure; that's the level of comfort Paul's work inspires in his customers!

There is no doubt that Corvette Technicians belongs on your soon to be published list of the 100 Best, and I am extremely proud to introduce you to Paul and his team.

Thanks for listening to me and I am sorry I may have exceeded your 25 words or less request; however, it is difficult to describe Corvette Technicians, and their capabilities, in 25 words or less.

"I tried calling the shop a couple of times this week to thank you, again, for all of your HARD work and ATTENTION to detail on our car. We got the appraisal for it's value -- $34,500+ ! This was more than we expected!!!! The appraiser was totally overwhelmed by your work - especially on the front end, and the powder coating of so many parts. He rated it between a "1" and a "2"; saying that, with a "1" rating, we'd probably be given a limited mileage rating."

Helen & Joe Cupelli
1981 Corvette
Pittsburgh

"Fast, friendly service! First time customer, but I will definitely be taking my 1973 Vette back to Paul & Corvette Tech again."

L.K.
Greensburg, PA
1973 454 Corvette Coupe

Dear Paul,
The car is a beast!! Unbelievable improvement in performance, not sure if it's the transmission or the carbs (or the combination) but what a difference. Interior is a major upgrade too, everything matches. Great job Paul my compliments and thanks to you and [your staff]. Even my wife is pleased!

Ron H.
Pittsburgh

"We have been taking our Corvette to Corvette Technicians for the past four years. Even though it is a bit of a drive from our house, I wouldn't take it anywhere else. I appreciate the fact that they will accommodate my schedule when it does not fit into their normal business hours. The staff goes out of their way to explain any problems that may need to be addressed. You wouldn't know by looking at it that they work on cars in the garage----it is spotless. I would highly recommend their services to any other corvette owners."

Mary Pfeffer
Carnegie, PA
1979 Corvette Coupe

"Paul, the '67 looks fabulous! Worth the wait. You and your staff are to be commended for your dedication & excellence. My friends were all overwhelmed!"

J. C.
Pittsburgh, PA
1967 427 Corvette Convertible

"I have received many compliments on the new interior Corvette Technicians installed in my 1978 Pace Car. It looks better than new!"

Maura W.
Lexington, VA
1978 Pace Car Corvette Coupe

"I just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how much I appreciated the kindness and attention you have shown me. My trust and confidence in you is the main reason I am able to enjoy my Corvette as I do. You are a tremendous credit to the car hobby and to those of us who own and enjoy Corvettes. Men as honest and as kind as you are truly rare. Take care and God bless you."

A.P.
Mt Lebanon, PA
1975 Corvette Coupe

"I appreciate, very much, the care you've taken with my car and the friendly professional way you handle your business."

S. K.
Buffalo, NY
1969 Corvette Coupe

"It is nice to know that I can leave my car in the hands of a person that knows whet he is doing and treats your car like it was his own. Paul and his staff have been nothing but outstanding with any questions or issues that I had with my car, and they are always willing to give any input that they might know that will increase the performance of my car. They are always eager to help in any way that they can. I could never say enough about the cleanliness of their shop or even how fast they are able to get your car in and looked at. All and all I know that Corvette Technicians is by far the friendliest and the most dependable place that you want working on your own Corvette."

Dave Perrino
South Park, PA
1971 Corvette Coupe

Paul,
You and the people of Corvette Technicians take pride in your workmanship and treated my Corvette as if it were your own. Your advice, repairs, and maintenance resulted in my having trouble free, worry free, Corvette fun in my 32 year old car for a 3000 mile round trip that included 1000 miles of Corvette History, participating in the National Corvette Museum's Historic Motorama in June of 2002. I will continue to utilize and recommend your shop to others.

Kirk Fellabom
North Huntingdon, PA
1970 Corvette Coupe

"Corvette Technicians has a super supply of Vette parts. I was so happy when they helped me out several times with much needed parts for my 1954. I couldn't find these parts any where else but Paul found them for me. Thanks!!"

Gerald D.
Erie, PA
1954 Corvette Convertible

"I wanted to write in appreciation for all your hard work this past year in restoring my 1974 Corvette Stingray. The thoughtfulness you showed in sending me the video, pictures, and always keeping me informed kept me at ease about the capable hands I entrusted my car to, especially with me living so far away."

Kathy B.
Seattle, WA
1974 Corvette Coupe

"Thanks for taking such good care of my '74 Vette's problems. You are also a great guy to talk Vettes with from your experience. I'll be taking it to you from here on."

M.C.
Monroeville, PA
1974 Corvette Convertible

Pat Mahanes
Greensburg, PA
1963 Air Coupe, 1967 427 Convertible

"Paul was extremely knowledgeable about my 1972 LT-1. I was happy to find someone with the skills to service my old Vette."

Don B.
Las Vegas, NV
1972 LT-1 Convertible

"My Corvette runs like new again. The mechanics at Corvette Technicians sure know how to repair classic Vettes. My 1965 Stingray needed many repairs. Paul and his crew spent only a few months bringing my baby back to original, including searching out hard to find parts for her."

Kevin H.
Cleveland, OH
1965 Corvette Convertible

"When I decided to do a frame off restoration of my 1962 Corvette it was Corvette Technicians I selected to do the work. After 10 years I have never regretted the decision. In fact, all mechanical work required has been done by Corvette Technicians. i feel, because of the work done by them, i have the best '62 Vette in the Pittsburgh area".

D. M.
Pittsburgh, PA
1962 Corvette Convertible

Kathy B.
Seattle, WA
1974 Corvette Coupe

"I was very pleased with the fast, friendly service. And thanks for taking the time to show my wife and I the old classic Corvettes in your shop."

E. S.
Pittsburgh, PA
1978 Silver Anniversary Coupe

"Paul.
It's easy to tell you about our feelings toward you and your facility. We met you on the phone after a large, local Chevy dealer refused to help us because of his liability concerns associated with the deteriorated condition of our Corvette frame. Our car is a 1978 Silver Anniversary from Ontario, Canada. It was my wife's 50th birthday present and therefore very special! We came to see you at your facility which was as clean and well organized as any doctor's office. Your friendly, calm, and knowledgeable manner put us at ease. You proposed a course of action and we agreed. You found a frame for us and began our major restoration. I recall the restoration because you took pictures of each step and gave copies to us. I remember that you chalked some identifying marks on the frame. You told me you did this because new Corvettes had these markings and you wanted it to be "like new". That was a thoughtful detail. You asked if my wife would be the main driver, and when we answered yes you proposed we upholster the driver seat pad with more padding so that she would sit higher and thus have a more comfortable ride. These are just two examples of your help. There have been many, many since. I am very pleased to have found you. You are our Corvette Technician and you have made our Corvette ownership the thrill it should be. Many thanks!!"

Ross & Vicky Craig
Pittsburgh, PA
1978 Silver Anniversary