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Lloyds Autobody - One Man's Vision - Ged Lynch Smith CEO

After qualifying as a paint sprayer and panel beater with both Vauxhall and Ford main dealerships, Ged only ever had one intention and that was to start his own business where he could specialise in what was quickly becoming his passion – the performance and prestige car market.

In his spare time, Ged pursued his interest in prestige and performance motor vehicle restoration and repair focusing on E-Type Jaguars and other similar marques. After building up an impressive portfolio and at the age of 22, Ged decided to take the plunge and opened his first premises specialising in repairing and modifying prestige and performance cars.

Open For Business

In 1983 the business had already outgrown the current premises and after pursuing several options Ged decided to take up an offer to enter in to a partnership with an existing company with larger premises. In 1987 after a further period of growth, Ged was now in a position to buy out his partner and take sole responsibility for the company.

Rebranding from Lloyds to Lloyds Autobody, Ged then set about achieving his dream of gaining approvals from the leading manufacturers. In the same year, Lloyds Autobody received their first approval from SAAB quickly followed by Porsche then Mercedes. Once again Ged soon realised that he was outgrowing his current premises so set about locating a plot and designing and building the current site in Liverpool. In 1995, during our high profile opening ceremony, the formula one racing driver Jonathan Palmer cut the ribbon in style and we were officially open for business.

Some images taken during the construction of our Liverpool Branch.

Jonathan Palmer opening the Liverpool Branch in style

In 1998, Lloyds Autobody achieved Porsche's Body Shop of the Year award, and in 1999 Ged achieved a fellowship in IMI for commitment to quality and service to the motor trade.

Ged receiving the Porsche Body Shop of the Year Award in 1998

Following on from the success of the award in 1998, Porsche requested that Lloyds Autobody open a branch in Manchester to serve its customer base in that area, and still today we provide the North West's best service for approved Porsche repairs. In 2000, Lloyds Autobody Manchester opened its doors for business and since then has secured manufacturer approvals for several other prestige and performance car manufacturers including Rolls Royce, Bentley, Tesla, McLaren, Aston Martin and Ferrari.

Some images taken shortly after a full bespoke refit at our Manchester Branch.

The Lloyds Autobody Team

Over the last 30 years, the Lloyds Autobody team has grown from strength to strength. Ged is a man that leads by example, he has a remarkable ability to see potential in people, identify and develop their skills, and lead them to achieve their highest possible standards of workmanship. This philosophy is echoed throughout the company and has helped Lloyds Autobody achieve one of the most experienced and skilled workforces the industry has to offer.

As a manufacturer approved repairer, Lloyds Autobody is continually investing in their team to the required levels set by them, all employees are trained on a regular basis, from administration to technicians. This is to ensure the requirements and techniques of each manufacturer are up to date and the team are compliant with all manufacturers current repair methods and procedures. In addition to this, the Lloyds Autobody team are audited on an annual basis by the manufacturers to ensure continual compliance with their operating standards, providing proof our Liverpool and Manchester branches are the leaders for approved car body repairs in the North West UK.

For more information on career opportunities available at Lloyds Autobody, then please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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Mercedes Owner

Hi Lee, Dave, Neil and John, I just wanted to let you know how happy I am with my car. This is the second time I have used your bodyshop and once again my car is back to new, the professionalism you demonstrate at every stage of the repair is second to none. Please pass on my thoughts to the rest of your team.

- Mr J

Audi Owners

Hi Lee, I hope you are well. Thank you very much for all your help in repairing my wife’s Audi from initial advice about next steps to completing the work. We are delighted with the work you and your team have completed and the car looks immaculate. I have yet to test the rear wash/wipe as I don't want to get the car wet (until it rains) as the car looks so amazing. The quality of repair is certainly much better than we ever hoped for. We chose yourselves for the repair due to your reputation and you certainly lived up to that. Hopefully I won't be needing your services in the near future but if we ever need any bodywork repairs or any of your other services we would certainly chose yourselves. Please pass on our appreciation and thanks to all your colleagues - all of whom were always extremely courteous and professional.

- Mr and Mrs K

Range Rover Customer

Hi Lee, Just to thank you and your team so much for the brilliant service again. You do go the extra mile and it is very much appreciated! Many thanks for all your help.

- Shirley H

Range Rover Evoque Customer

Many thanks for all the fantastic work done on my "Black Evoque". I was informed at every stage and felt confident to just let you get on with it. I will always recommend your workshop, keep up the great work!

- Mrs S.D

Porsche 997 GTS

Hi Lee - This is the third time I have used Lloyds Autobody to repair accident damage over the last

10 years and cannot speak too highly of the quality of their workmanship, excellent customer service and professional but friendly attitude, often a difficult combination to get right. I would have no hesitation in using them again and recommending them to others.

- Rob F

Bentley GT Customer

Dear Lee, Just a quick note to say I am delighted with the repair you and the Lloyds team have carried out on my car. The service from end-to-end has been outstanding and I really appreciate the communication and update throughout. When I collected the car it looked like it was fresh off the assembly line…….the paint, body work and attention to detail is simply awesome. Thank you so much and please cascade my thanks to the individuals who did such a great job.

- Mark D

Range Rover Customer

Hi Chris, Lee,

I just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you have done for me so far and for the courtesy car, I can't thank you enough its very much appreciated, first class service gents.

Regards and thanks

- Mr T.H

Audi S Customer

Hi Lee, just thought I'd drop you a line to say a big thank you for repairing my Audi after it was involved in a crash recently. I was highly impressed by the efficient, courteous manner of both yourself and the staff at Lloyds and the work that was carried out on the car was both thorough and to a very high standard, resulting in my car being returned to concours standards. It's not often that expectations are exceeded in this day and age, but I'm glad to say that in this case they were!

- Dave R

Porsche 996 Turbo Customer

Lee, thanks for your help in getting everything sorted and the car back looking so good. Looks like it has just come out of the showroom from the manufacturers! Service has been fantastic throughout the company and I wouldn't hesitate recommending you to anyone. Keep up the good work!

Many thanks,

- Mr T.I

Aston Martin Vantage Customer

Just a thank you for carrying out the repairs on my Aston Martin Vantage. Service was professional and an excellent job replacing front fairing and Grill. No hesitation to recommend your repair service.

Kink Regards

-Mr D R

Bentley Owner

I would just like to say a massive thank you to you and your team at Lloyds Auto Body. My car was badly vandalised in November 2020, so much so that I thought that it would get written off and I would never get to drive her again! However, it's with great satisfaction that I can now say that I have her back due to the outstanding work that you and your expert team have done. My car is absolutely immaculate and looks like it has just come out of the Bentley factory. The customer service and aftercare that I received was second to none with regular updates and progress reports as to the condition of the car. I would highly recommend your services to any of my friends or family and will be sure to use you again if I ever need to.

Kink Regards

-Mr I G

Bentley Bentayga First Edition

I wanted to personally thank you and all your team for your professional service and fantastic workmanship on my Bentley Bentayga. Your company was recommended to me by Bentley Manchester and I have been so impressed with your quality of customer care and detailed craftsmanship carried out by your engineers. Our car sustained low speed impact to the front wing while park up which we thought was very minor. On assessing the car your engineers reviewed every aspect in great detail and while the estimate shocked us in terms of overall cost it is clear to see from the end result your attention to detailed was necessary and rewarded. Your assistance in obtaining a replacement vehicle of a similar type was beyond that expected from any business and again I would like to thank you for your care and professionalism in helping us though this unfortunate experience.

Kink Regards

-Mr L S

Bentley Owner

Just a short message to thank you for the first class service provided by you after the accident I had in my car. From me receiving your call requesting the insurance claim number, you handled everything and gave regular, informative updates right through to delivery of the car which, as you said it would, arrived in pristine condition. When I phoned LV insurance to make the claim, they told me it would cost an extra £200.00 if I was to use Bentley’s preferred repairer, well thanks to you, I can say it’s probably the best £200.00 I’ve spent in a long time. Thanks again for the gold star treatment,

Kink Regards

-Mr K M

Bentley Owner

We just wanted to genuinely thank you for your advice, courtesy and especially help with the stone chips. We work with a lot of large blue chip companies in our field and I have to advise your style of customer service is sadly not reflected by the majority of these companies. A genuine thank you! I can see why people such as yourself stay and support a forward thinking and supportive company as Lloyd’s. However all companies are defined by their staff. They can be the worst or best assets in the arsenal. You are very much of the later. Thanks again.

Kink Regards

-Mr J G