Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for BMW Restoration & Auto Repair Services
Since 1978, Korman Autoworks has established itself as a premier destination for BMW enthusiasts seeking unparalleled expertise in restoration, service, and racing preparation. Our legacy began with Ray Korman's pioneering work in BMW sedan racing, which laid the foundation for a business that combines technical mastery with a deep passion for automotive excellence. Over four decades, we have served clients from Greensboro, NC, and beyond, offering specialized care for BMW models ranging from daily drivers to vintage racers. Our team of factory-trained specialists brings racing-derived precision to every service, from routine maintenance to complete mechanical restorations. The same technicians who prepared championship-winning race cars ensure your vehicle receives meticulous attention, leveraging advanced tools and a climate-controlled facility for optimal results.Customer testimonials consistently highlight our commitment to quality, with one noting our 'professional, informative, and courteous' approach since 1982. Our racing heritage directly enhances our service capabilities, as competition demands rapid problem-solving and durable repairs that translate to long-term reliability for clients. Sustainability is integral to our operations, demonstrated through comprehensive recycling programs for oil, metal, and packaging. Whether you require performance upgrades, track support, or preservation of a classic BMW, our combination of experience, technical innovation, and customer-centric philosophy positions us as a trusted partner in automotive care.
Services
BMW Restoration
Auto Service & Repair
Engine Rebuilds
Racing Preparation
Parts & Accessories
Performance Upgrades
Vintage Car Restoration
Track Support
Suspension Repair
Climate-Controlled Storage
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of BMW-specific expertise since 1978.
- Factory-trained specialists handle both modern and vintage models.
- Racing heritage develops technical skills for durable repairs.
- Climate-controlled facility protects vehicles during service.
- Comprehensive recycling programs demonstrate environmental responsibility.
What people say
Professional, informative, courteous
Superior quality standards
Confidence in service
Excellent parts expertise
Technical proficiency
Services
BMW Restoration
Specializing in complete mechanical and cosmetic restorations for classic BMW models since 1978. Our team handles daily drivers, hot street cars, and show vehicles with racing-derived precision. Climate-controlled storage and factory-trained technicians ensure authentic, durable results that preserve automotive heritage while meeting modern standards.
Auto Service & Repair
Comprehensive BMW servicing from brake repair to performance upgrades, available since 1964. Factory-trained specialists diagnose check engine lights, service HVAC systems, and perform suspension alignments. Racing heritage enhances technical proficiency for durable repairs that extend vehicle longevity through proven methodologies and advanced diagnostics.
Racing Preparation
Race car preparation with 26 top-three IMSA finishes and two 24-hour victories. Services include engine builds, suspension tuning, and track tech inspections. Racing heritage directly informs service capabilities, with technicians applying competition-tested techniques to enhance performance and reliability for both track and street vehicles.
Parts & Accessories
High-performance BMW parts distribution through a computerized warehouse since 1978. Offers carburetor jetting adjustments and custom fabrication services. Racing-developed components leverage technical expertise from preparing championship-winning vehicles, ensuring parts meet rigorous performance and durability standards for enthusiasts worldwide.
Climate-Controlled Storage
Premium vehicle protection during non-work hours in a secure, climate-controlled facility. Prevents environmental damage to stored vehicles while enabling uninterrupted service scheduling. Demonstrates commitment to preserving client investments through controlled temperature and humidity conditions that protect mechanical and cosmetic integrity.
People
Ray Korman
Owner
BMW racing pioneer since 1964 with two IMSA championships. Developed technical expertise through preparing race-winning vehicles, including Watkins Glen 24-hour victories. Translates racing success into customer service through factory-trained technicians and competition-derived repair methodologies that benefit everyday BMW owners.
Questions
What BMW-specific services do you offer?
We provide restoration, maintenance, performance upgrades, and racing preparation for all BMW models since 1964.
How does your racing experience benefit regular customers?
Racing develops technical skills for durable repairs and rapid problem-solving that directly enhance everyday service quality.
Do you service both modern and vintage BMWs?
Yes, our factory-trained specialists handle all models from classic 2002s to current vehicles since 1978.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We recycle oil, metal, packaging, and use organic cleaners to minimize environmental impact.
Are your technicians certified for BMW repairs?
Yes, our team includes factory-trained specialists with racing-derived technical expertise since 1978.
