Our Story
Built on
Expertise.
Family owned and operated. Trained by NASA. Trusted by Mercedes-Benz. Finish Zone was built by people who've mastered the craft — and are dedicated to passing it on.
Who We Are
You Are More Than
Just a Number.
The Automotive Refinishing Industry is a large market with massive profit potential. In addition to cars, you can renew motorcycles, RVs, trucks, furniture, restaurant seating, jackets, and more. Almost every vehicle has a worn component — and you can save your customers the cost of replacement.
While this trade can be very profitable, many who enter it find themselves giving up due to inadequate training, tools, marketing skills, and support. That's what makes us different.
Through our own trials and success, we at Finish Zone have developed techniques that reduce your company's lead time to a substantial profit margin — and ensure that your repairs will outdo and outlast your competitors' methods. Should you run into a scenario you're unsure of, we are only a call or text away.
Mark Turner
Founder & Lead Instructor
Meet the Founder
The Vision &
Perseverance
of Mark Turner.
After an exciting career spanning NASA and Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL, Mark gained crucial knowledge in research and development as well as high-level negotiations. With advancements in auto refinishing capturing his attention, he set out on a new challenge — to perfect the skills and products necessary to ensure a great repair every time.
Through years of testing and perfecting methods, he created answers to what was once thought impossible in this field. His expertise caught the attention of Mercedes-Benz, who brought him on as an outside consultant for the Maybach build-up in Tuscaloosa, AL — where he trained both American and German technicians and authored the complete care and repair manuals for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV.
Today, Mark continues to work in the field testing new techniques as technology advances. As our lead instructor, he brings those same innovations to the classroom — ensuring every student has the best tools before starting their new venture.
Track Record
Credentials &
Achievements
NASA & Redstone Arsenal
Career background in research, development, and high-stakes negotiations at Huntsville, AL.
Mercedes-Benz Consultant
Brought on as an outside consultant for the Maybach build-up in Tuscaloosa, AL — training both American and German technicians.
Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 Manual
Authored the complete care and repair manuals for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV.
Global Training
Trained large and small businesses from all over the country and abroad to become Automotive Refinishing Specialists.
Industry Recognition
Trusted by
Mercedes-Benz.
Mark's expertise and workmanship caught the interest of Mercedes-Benz. He was brought on as an outside consultant for the Maybach build-up in Tuscaloosa, AL — training both American and German technicians on the highest standards of automotive interior care.
He went on to author the complete care and repair manuals for the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 SUV — a testament to the level of precision and expertise that Finish Zone brings to every training course.
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