Weirs Collision Center

Since 1960 · Arundel, Maine

Built on trust.
Driven by craft.

For more than six decades, Weirs Collision Center has been Southern Maine's most trusted name in collision repair — earning that trust one vehicle, one family, and one honest repair at a time.

65Years in Business
8OEM Certifications
∞Lifetime Warranty
I-CARGold Class
Bernon "Ben" Madore at the original Route 1 shop, Arundel
1960Est. Route 1
Arundel, Maine
Our History

How it all began.

In 1960, Bernon "Ben" Madore and his partner Norman Rochefort opened an auto body shop on Route 1 in Arundel, Maine — a stretch of road they both knew well and a community they were determined to serve with integrity.

The following year, in 1961, the business was formally incorporated as Weirs Motor Sales Inc. Ben's vision from the start was simple: fix every car right, treat every customer fairly, and never cut corners.

As the business grew, Ben expanded into a GMC franchise dealership — and later, in 1996, Arundel Ford — building one of the most respected multi-line automotive businesses in York County.

Through every chapter of growth, the collision center remained the heart of the operation: the place where Ben's values were most visibly on display, and where Southern Maine families have trusted their vehicles for over 65 years.

The Founder

Bernon "Ben" Madore
1936 – October 16, 2025 · Age 89

Ben Madore dedicated his life to this community and to the craft of collision repair. He was married to Suzanne (Watson) Madore for 64 years, and together they built not just a business, but a legacy that employed generations of the Madore family.

Ben wasn't just ahead of his time in the shop — he was ahead of the curve on sustainability. His solar-heated auto body facility earned national recognition, putting Weirs on the map as a forward-thinking leader in the industry.

Today, Weirs Collision Center carries Ben's standards forward: do the job right, stand behind your work, and never let a customer leave unsatisfied.

  • Founded Weirs Motor Sales Inc. in 1961 — still operating today
  • Nationally recognized solar-heated auto body facility
  • Built one of Maine's most trusted collision repair brands
  • Employed multiple generations of the Madore family
  • 64 years of marriage and community dedication alongside Suzanne
1960Year Founded
65Years Serving Maine
8OEM Certifications
∞Lifetime Warranty
Bernon "Ben" Madore, founder of Weirs Collision Center (1936–2025)
Bernon "Ben" Madore · Founder & Lifelong Craftsman

"Ben built his business the same way he built his reputation — one honest repair at a time."

— The Weirs Collision Center Team
Credentials

Certified to repair your vehicle right.

Weirs Collision Center holds more certifications than any other shop in Southern Maine — because your vehicle deserves to be repaired by technicians who have proven they know how.

I-CAR Gold
Class
Certified

I-CAR Gold Class — The Industry's Highest Training Standard

I-CAR Gold Class is the collision repair industry's highest recognition for training. To achieve and maintain this status, every technician at Weirs must complete ongoing, role-specific training as vehicle technology evolves — covering advanced materials, structural repairs, and ADAS recalibration. It is not a one-time award; it must be re-earned every year.

⚡ Fewer than 20% of U.S. collision shops hold Gold Class status
OEM Manufacturer Certifications
Domestic

GM Collision Repair Network (CRN)

Certified by General Motors to perform factory-correct repairs using OEM-approved procedures, equipment, and parts.

Chevrolet · Buick · GMC · Cadillac
Domestic

FCA Certified Collision Repair

Certified by Stellantis to meet OEM standards for structural integrity, diagnostics, and finish quality on Chrysler platform vehicles.

Chrysler · Dodge · Jeep · Ram
Asian

Nissan Certified Collision Repair

Nissan-certified technicians trained in specific repair procedures, welding techniques, and diagnostic protocols for modern Nissan vehicles.

Nissan
Asian · Luxury

INFINITI Certified Collision Repair

One of a small number of shops in Maine certified by INFINITI to repair luxury vehicles to exacting factory standards — critical for maintaining value and safety.

INFINITI
Asian

Kia Certified Collision Repair

Kia-certified to handle modern high-strength steel, aluminum components, and ADAS systems found across Kia's current lineup.

Kia
Asian

Hyundai Certified Collision Repair

Certified by Hyundai Motor America to perform complete, factory-correct structural and cosmetic repairs on all Hyundai model years.

Hyundai
Asian

Subaru Certified Collision Repair

Subaru-certified for structural repair on the Subaru Global Platform, including EyeSight driver assist recalibration and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive specifications.

Outback · Forester · Crosstrek · Ascent · Solterra
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OEC — OEM Parts & Procedures Certified

Weirs is certified through OEC (formerly OEConnection), ensuring our parts procurement and repair procedures align with OEM documentation and standards across multiple vehicle brands. This underpins our commitment to factory-correct parts in every repair.

Full Certification Stack:
I-CAR Gold Class GM CRN FCA Nissan INFINITI Kia Hyundai Subaru OEC
Our Team

The people behind the repairs.

Every technician at Weirs is I-CAR trained and committed to the same standards Ben Madore established over 65 years ago.

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Team bios coming soon
We're putting together profiles for our certified technicians and staff. Check back soon.
Get Started

Ready to get your vehicle repaired right?

Our certified team is here to walk you through the process, work with your insurance, and get you back on the road — with a lifetime warranty on every repair.

Walk-ins welcome · 1513 Portland Road, Arundel, ME · Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm
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