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How I Started My Panel Beating and Spray Painting Business

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There are not many platforms in Zimbabwe where entrepreneurs network and share their experiences. We are fortunate to have ZBIN and this year expect hundreds of posts showing experiences from our members. Some have grown to become national brands and today our focus is on Panel Beating and Spray Painting.

My name is Fine Chiviru Marume

There was a time when this was just a dream in my heart.

The automotive industry is known to be male-dominated. Panel beating and spray painting are not fields many women are encouraged to enter. But I have always believed that passion and determination matter more than gender.

My journey started with a simple vision — to build something of my own, something that would create value, restore vehicles with excellence, and serve my community with integrity.

I did not start with everything in place. I started with courage and zeal.

There were challenges:

• Limited resources

• Doubt from others

• Financial pressure

• The physical demands of the industry

Some people questioned whether a woman could run a panel beating workshop successfully. Instead of being discouraged, I used that doubt as fuel.

I learned.

I observed.

I asked questions.

I worked hard.

I focused on mastering quality workmanship and building trust with every customer. I have built a team of skilled artisans focused on quality proffesional repair work with great turnaround and customer satisfaction.

Whether it was a small scratch or a major accident repair, I treated every vehicle as if it were my own.

Slowly, word began to spread. Clients returned. Referrals increased. Confidence grew.

I also got value from my facebook page,instagram page and whatsup business page

I believe and comprehensive service delivery

✔ Accident damage repairs

✔ Panel beating and dent removal

✔ Chassis straightening

✔ Professional spray painting & colour matching

✔ Scratch and minor damage repairs

✔ Rust treatment and body restoration

✔ Bumper repairs and alignment

✔ Insurance claim assistance

✔️ autoglass replacements

✔️ upholstery

Building my business has not just been about fixing cars — it has been about breaking stereotypes, creating employment, and showing other women that they can step into any industry and succeed.

Today, my workshop stands as a symbol of resilience, faith, and persistence. Every repaired vehicle tells a story — not just of restoration — but of a dream that refused to die.

And this is only the beginning.

We are based at 1188 Tynwald Industrial Area,Harare

Call or whats up 0718933866/0773676992

https://www.facebook.com/gremspanelbeaters?mibextid=LQQJ4d&mibextid=LQQJ4d

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Victor Muchemwa

The author Victor Muchemwa

Victor Muchemwa is a Chartered Management Accountant, ACMA, CGMA and an award winning business coach and consultant. Author of 5 books and skilled in financial analysis, strategic planning, risk management, and business coaching. Contact +263 773 055 063

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