About Automotive Appearance Pros
Award-Winning Auto Protection & Customization, Since 1990
At Automotive Appearance Pros (AAP), our mission is to deliver the best in automotive protection, personalization, and customer experience. For over three decades, we’ve helped drivers and dealerships across Central Ohio enhance and protect their vehicles with industry-leading films, electronics, and accessories—installed with precision and pride.
Our Story
Founded in 1990 by Dave Shefler, AAP began as a Yipes Stripes franchise focused on painting pinstripes for Columbus car dealerships. With a deep commitment to quality and service, Dave quickly grew the business into a go-to resource for graphics, accessories, and professional installations.
As demand grew, AAP expanded its offerings to include:
- Spoilers
- Remote start systems
- Wheel and tire packages
- Lift kits
- Jeep and truck accessories
- LLumar® Paint Protection Film (PPF) and FormulaOne® Window Tint
Meet the Experts Behind the Excellence
The Automotive Appearance Pros team is a passionate group of certified installers, service advisors, and designers who stay ahead of trends in auto protection and styling. Led by a legacy of expertise and innovation, we now operate a state-of-the-art facility in Worthington, OH—serving both retail and commercial clients.
We were one of the first East Coast shops to offer PPF and continue to lead in film expertise today. From classic stripes to full-body protection, no one has more hands-on experience with automotive film in Central Ohio.
Proudly recognized as Regional Dealer of the Year – LLumar 2023
Why We’re Columbus’s Top Choice
- Proven Experience: 35+ years in the industry and thousands of satisfied customers
- Elite Product Access: LLumar FormulaOne Select Pro, Gyeon Ceramic Coatings, Arctic Start Systems, WeatherTech
- Precision Installations: All services performed in a clean, climate-controlled environment by trained pros
- Local Partnerships: Trusted by dealerships across Columbus for consistent quality and dependability
- Customer Satisfaction Guarantee: We stand behind every service—always.
Awards & Recognition
Our commitment to excellence has earned us numerous awards, including:
- 2024 – Llumar FormulaOne Select Pro Midwest Dealer of the Year
- 2024 – Inducted into PPF & Tint Magazine’s Dealer Hall of Fame
- 2024 – Named Top 10 Dealer of the Decade
- 2019 – Best of Columbus: Tint & Paint Protection Film
- Since 2017 – LLumar FormulaOne Elite Dealer
- Since 2014 – Directed Electronics Preferred Diamond Dealer
- Since 2010 – WeatherTech Diamond Dealer
What Our Customers Say
Start Your Project with the Pros
Whether you’re enhancing your personal ride or managing a dealership fleet, Automotive Appearance Pros is the trusted partner for quality, service, and protection that lasts.
