AI Market Research ToolDieter Schmidt
Dieter comes from a family with a strong tradition in automotive refinishing, being the third generation to work in the industry. After completing his Meister qualification with honors, he worked at several high-end body shops before founding Premium Autolack Schmidt in 2008, leveraging his extensive industry connections to establish the company as a leader in luxury vehicle refinishing.
Experience: Master level with over 30 years of experience in automotive refinishing (10/10)
Favorite Jobs
- Custom color development
- Exotic vehicle refinishing
- Training new specialists
What differentiates us is our unwavering commitment to perfection in every single detail. I founded this company to elevate automotive refinishing to an art form, where we don't just repair cars, we perfect them.
Physical Condition
Experiencing early signs of joint degeneration in his shoulders from decades of spray gun use. Despite this, he maintains excellent control and technique, often demonstrating proper spraying posture to new employees.
Favorite Place
Dieter's favorite place is the custom color development laboratory in the workshop. This climate-controlled room houses state-of-the-art spectrophotometers and mixing systems where he can experiment with unique finishes for clientele. He often spends hours here after closing, developing proprietary techniques that have become signatures of the business.