yeah, look around...I got a KILLER deal at 1100 AND they took out a buncha little dents and dings. I went back 2 months later and they even touched it up. They did a GREAT job that was a local shop here in santa Barbara area. So I would say save up, look around, and by the time you have the money, you should find a shop thatll help you out....if you DoNT want to wait...then tipping the guy definately sounds like a good incentive.