ABRA Auto Body & Glass Expands in Minnesota

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ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national damaged vehicle repair company, announced today it had expanded in Minnesota with the acquisition of all six Lehman’s Garage locations. All locations are within the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Details of the transaction were not disclosed.

ABRA opened its first repair center in Fridley, Minnesota in 1984 and now operates 40 repair centers in the state. Its national repair center count has grown to 318 in 23 states. The company attributes the continued expansion success to its commitment to operational excellence, resulting in exceptional customer satisfaction ratings and industry leading operating metrics.

President and Chief Executive Officer of ABRA Auto Body & Glass, Duane Rouse says the company looks forward to building on the success of the long standing Lehman’s Garage brand. “Today’s acquisition is particularly special for us as Lehman’s has been serving the community for almost a century. The history, the reputation, and the dedication of the company to providing exceptional customer service and quality repairs is undeniable and we are eager to carry that tradition of excellence forward.”

Former Chief Executive Officer of Lehman’s Garage, Karen Cossette says it wasn’t unusual for potential buyers to show interest in her company, but it was ABRA’s similarities that made the difference. “We’ve been approached by many companies over the years. We chose ABRA because their work ethics closely resemble ours and we share like-minded values of integrity, employee talent, and a commitment to customers. We’re proud to have them continue the legacy we’ve built over the years.”

ABRA has its own long history as a collision repair provider of choice in the Twin Cities metro and across the country. Executive Vice President of Business Development at ABRA Auto Body & Glass, Tim Adelmann says, “We have built outstanding partnerships with insurance carriers and vehicle owners over the past thirty plus years of serving the area. We are confident our partners will continue to entrust us with their collision repair needs in each of these newest locations.”

As it plans to continue expanding in the months and years ahead, ABRA is actively seeking new opportunities to acquire repair centers and integrate them into its industry-leading operating system. Interested parties in major markets should contact Scott Gerling, Vice President of Corporate Development (

For franchise opportunities in small and midsize markets contact Mark Wahlin, Vice President of Franchise Development/Relations (

ABRA is committed to conducting business based on responsible business practices including implementation of environmentally sustainable initiatives, health and safety, and a commitment to the communities in which it serves.

About ABRA Auto Body & Glass

Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, ABRA is a leading provider of vehicle repair services specializing in collision repair, paintless dent removal, and auto glass repair and replacement. ABRA’s mission is to be the best auto body and glass company in America by providing quality repairs, in a timely manner, with friendly, helpful service. For more information about ABRA visit

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