FARIBAULT, MN - November 2025. Malecha’s Auto Body, southern Minnesota’s trusted family-owned collision repair provider, has released a detailed look into its complete auto body repair process for customers in Faribault and Waseca, MN. The shop’s OEM-certified procedures highlight how local drivers can expect safe, transparent, and high-quality repairs from start to finish.
Drivers can learn more or schedule an estimate at the Faribault location.
Founded in 2002 by William “Willy” Malecha, the company has grown from a one-man garage into two state-of-the-art facilities, both holding I-CAR Gold Class and eight OEM certifications, including Ford, GM, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, and Honda/Acura. Malecha’s has built a reputation for doing the job right, not the easy way, while guiding customers through each stage of the collision repair process.
“When someone brings their car to us, they’ve already been through a stressful event,” says Willy Malecha, Founder and President. “Our process focuses on restoring both the car and the customer’s peace of mind, combining factory standards with hometown care.”
The comprehensive repair process begins with a free digital estimate, including detailed photos, a pre-scan, and insurance coordination handled directly by Malecha’s staff. Once approved, the vehicle undergoes a full disassembly, ensuring every hidden damage point is discovered before repairs begin, a step often skipped at high-volume insurance shops.
During the structural and mechanical repair stage, Malecha’s utilizes advanced frame measuring and alignment equipment, including Chief computerized systems and dedicated ADAS calibration tools. Every repair follows manufacturer repair procedures verified by the I-CAR Gold Class program.
The process continues in the paint and refinishing department, where technicians use PPG Envirobase® High Performance waterborne paints, the same system used by OEMs. With precise digital color matching and heated Global Finishing Solutions spray booths, Malecha’s ensures a seamless, factory-quality finish. Learn more about Malecha’s services and Lifetime Warranty.
Setting the Regional Standard for Modern Collision Repair
With locations in Faribault and Waseca, MN, Malecha’s is the only collision repair provider in the region to combine:
Eight OEM certifications
I-CAR Gold Class status
In-house ADAS calibration
Free loaner cars (as available)
Full insurance advocacy and support
For drivers seeking additional safety guidance, resources from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and IIHS offer valuable information on post-collision vehicle technology and repair standards.
According to Malecha’s, every repair concludes with a post-scan, calibration verification, and multi-point inspection. Vehicles are detailed inside and out before delivery and backed by a Lifetime Warranty covering all workmanship and paint for as long as the customer owns the vehicle.
As the only collision center in southern Minnesota offering both OEM certification and in-house calibrations, Malecha’s Auto Body continues to set the regional standard for safe, manufacturer-correct repairs.
For drivers seeking more information about ADAS safety, visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).
About Malecha’s Auto Body
Malecha’s Auto Body is southern Minnesota’s premier OEM-certified collision repair provider, serving Faribault and Waseca. Founded in 2002 by Willy Malecha, the company combines modern technology with small-town integrity, offering full collision repair, glass replacement, ADAS calibration, and PPG-certified refinishing. Each repair is backed by a Lifetime Warranty and handled with transparency, quality, and care.
Contact Information:
Malecha’s Auto Body – Faribault
190 20th St NW, Faribault, MN 55021
?? (507) 838-8166
Malecha’s Auto Body – Waseca
715 S State St, Waseca, MN 56093
?? (507) 835-8615
