St. Louis, MO – November 11, 2025 – Focus Advisors, a boutique M&A firm committed to excellence in each domain of the auto aftermarket it serves, announced it acted as the exclusive advisor to Complete Auto Body & Repair in the sale of its three auto mechanical repair locations in St. Louis, Missouri to GreatWater 360 Auto Care, a rapidly growing multi-shop operator backed by Kinderhook Industries.
In its recent merger with Veritas Advisors, Focus Advisors announced its intention to become a leader in markets adjacent to collision repair, and this transaction represents one of several clients it currently represents in auto mechanical service. “It was clear that Focus Advisors’ decade-long expertise in auto aftermarket service served us perfectly,” said Kurtis Barks, CEO of Complete Auto Body & Repair. “They already understood the mechanical domain, the buyers, and how to run the right process to identify the best-fit partner and complete the transaction.”
For more than two decades, Complete Auto Body & Repair has earned a reputation as one of St. Louis’ most trusted mechanical repair operators. Known for quality repairs and a commitment to people, Complete built its success by investing in employees, prioritizing customers, and giving back to the community it serves.
“Our goal has always been to do honest work, deliver quality repairs, and take care of our people,” said Kurtis Barks. “As we looked to the future, GreatWater stood out for their professionalism, scale, and shared commitment to our values. Focus Advisors brought the right group to the table and ensured a very beneficial outcome for us and our employees.”
“This deal represents the early innings of consolidation in mechanical repair,” said John Walcher, EVP & Managing Director at Focus Advisors who managed the transaction. “Companies like Complete, built on consistency, quality, reputation, and people, are attracting the same institutional attention that transformed collision repair.”
About Focus Advisors
Focus Advisors, which recently merged with Veritas Advisors, is one of the automotive service industry’s leading M&A advisory firms, partnering with high-performance independent shops and MSOs with $10M to $100M in annual revenue, helping owners achieve maximum value through strategic growth and exits. The Focus Advisors team has advised on more than 120 automotive M&A transactions, including the sale of some of the largest MSOs and franchisors in the collision repair industry.
About GreatWater 360 Auto Care
GreatWater 360 Auto Care is a rapidly growing network of locally managed, full-service mechanical repair shops backed by Kinderhook Industries. With over 140 locations and counting across the Midwest and Texas, the company partners with established local operators to help them grow while maintaining their reputations and community connections. This acquisition marks GreatWater’s entry into the St. Louis market and reflects its continued expansion across the Midwest.
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