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: Good bodyshop in vancouver


KrAyZiE TRD
07-22-2014, 11:03 PM
Need to get an ICBC claim done and was wondering where to take it in vancouver that does good work on euros.
I narrowed it down to:

Korva
No1 collision
George's bodyshop

Any experiences with them?

mos_skeeto
07-22-2014, 11:34 PM
i like HOME - AK Autoworks.com (http://www.akautoworks.com/)

knight604
07-23-2014, 09:54 AM
Twin star collision

Recon604
07-23-2014, 09:57 AM
peter at A jetaway on 2nd n main

BoS_DC2
07-23-2014, 10:00 AM
peter at A jetaway on 2nd n main

Twin star collision


I deal with both of these shops from my work.

The twins Tim & Ben at Twin Star are magicians!

Great quality.

BBMme
07-23-2014, 10:11 AM
Quality collision

thumper
07-24-2014, 07:32 AM
is there some way we can sticky a bodyshop thread here? the list of good shops keeps changing and it would be nice to have it all together in one thread that can be updated regularly...

Mkhun
07-24-2014, 09:57 AM
AK

racerman88
07-24-2014, 03:10 PM
Fastrack is just over the bridge

finbar
07-24-2014, 09:19 PM
Ferreira Collision Centres (http://www.ferreiracollisioncentres.com)

Happy as a pig in shit.

eclipseman
07-24-2014, 10:05 PM
My comprehensive collision is covered by Family Insurance. One of their recommended places is Korva and I've been unfortunate to have had two small collisions due to other drivers.

Their work has always been top notch on my vehicle. For what it's worth, they repair the most expensive vehicles all the time. The last time I was there, they had a few Porsches, a couple Ferraris and a Lotus Evora being done for Weissach. They do specialize in Europeans however.

124Y
07-24-2014, 10:20 PM
FasTrack Autobody does good work!

- kT
07-24-2014, 10:35 PM
i work @ craftsman collision in dt, pm!

korva always has high end cars in there though (astons ferraris bmws audis etc), something to keep in mind

Klondike
07-25-2014, 12:24 AM
The guy at George's is really patient and knows his stuff. I've been there a couple times.

crazie_gsr
07-25-2014, 01:59 AM
I had my x5 fixed at Korva and was super pleased with their job. I am quite picky and meticulous when it comes to my car and as hard as I tried to pick at their work, I didn't have anything. They did such a fantastic job. They also called me daily to give me an update on the progress without even requesting for it. And walking into their garage is like going to a car show! Only...they aren't at their best shape lol

GabAlmighty
07-25-2014, 03:17 AM
Toms autobody and collision in Coquitlam. Always expensive cars there.

Matlock
07-25-2014, 05:06 AM
I've used AK after some people on RS referred me to them. They did a good job and I couldn't tell that it was repaired after.

They also did a great job vacuuming/cleaning out my car, washing my mats, and they also washed the outside as well.

mr.scooby
07-25-2014, 07:56 AM
FasTrack Autobody does good work!

:heckno: I wasn't very happy with the quality of the repair on my car when I had it done there.

Spoon
07-25-2014, 08:21 AM
Autosense

Tr1ll
07-25-2014, 10:26 AM
Fast Track although it's in Richmond.

jaemc
07-25-2014, 12:39 PM
George's Body shop takes care of alot of body shop repairs recommended from our dealerships. Quality is really good.

vantrip
07-25-2014, 06:27 PM
Toms autobody and collision in Coquitlam. Always expensive cars there.

The owner has a nice new s-class himself

itachi1314
07-25-2014, 07:32 PM
Had work done at Malibu and recommended coworkers before. Positive feedback every time.


Malibu Collision:

Home | Malibu Collision (http://www.malibucollision.ca/)

-KC

StanleyR
07-30-2014, 11:30 AM
who does good rust repair?

Cman333
07-30-2014, 12:17 PM
I use a few bodyshops.

Herberts Autobody
Fast Track
Fusion Autobody
AK Autoworks

They all do good work provided you get enough money on the claim.

multicartual
07-30-2014, 12:52 PM
AK Autoworks, talk to Andy!!!

Drow
07-30-2014, 10:59 PM
i go to richcity collision

- kT
08-02-2014, 06:14 PM
:heckno: I wasn't very happy with the quality of the repair on my car when I had it done there.

unfortunately i have to agree, they replaced a cf diffuser on my car, which was done seamlessly, however there was also a quarter panel repair and while the repair was done well, it looks like the paint is starting to peel back already, a little over a year later

godwin
08-02-2014, 06:18 PM
The owner only drives S class for the last 30 years.. he gets a diesel one when a new model comes out.

The owner has a nice new s-class himself

Szeto
08-07-2014, 03:09 PM
any good auto body shops in Surrey?

StanleyR
08-12-2014, 10:08 AM
Got one quote for rust repair out of 5 different shops I went to..

Seems like most shops dont' wanna touch that with a 10 foot pole and look at my car like :heckno:

VR6GTI
08-12-2014, 12:44 PM
Got one quote for rust repair out of 5 different shops I went to..

Seems like most shops dont' wanna touch that with a 10 foot pole and look at my car like :heckno:
Most people don't want to pay what it takes to do the job properly, and then when its not done properly they expect warranty for life and miracles.

meme405
08-13-2014, 08:23 AM
Hey guys I'm looking for a good body shop in north van for some repairs.

I was given these by the insurance place:

-Craftsman collision on west 1st
-Vickery Collision
-Carter Chevy - I don't know why they gave me a chevy dealer to repair a toyota...lol

SpartanAir
08-13-2014, 10:52 AM
^ Years ago I was in an accident in my first car, a 1981 granny-driven Mustang. I was broadsided, the whole left side of the car was caved in; shocked it wasn't written off.

I took it to Vickery Collision; The left side of the car was immaculate. Can't say enough about the work they did. Really high quality.

hchang
08-14-2014, 12:13 AM
Hey guys I'm looking for a good body shop in north van for some repairs.

I was given these by the insurance place:

-Craftsman collision on west 1st
-Vickery Collision
-Carter Chevy - I don't know why they gave me a chevy dealer to repair a toyota...lol

I see what you're saying but a body shops a body shop. It's not brand specific. Other body shops won't be specifically trained in fixing your Toyota either.

meme405
08-14-2014, 08:10 AM
^ Years ago I was in an accident in my first car, a 1981 granny-driven Mustang. I was broadsided, the whole left side of the car was caved in; shocked it wasn't written off.

I took it to Vickery Collision; The left side of the car was immaculate. Can't say enough about the work they did. Really high quality.

Excellent, I had to make a decision quick, as the car might be totalled so insurance wanted it looked at quickly so they can make a decision. So I read some reviews and Vickery seemed best, so I sent it there.

Thanks for reinforcing that decision.

I see what you're saying but a body shops a body shop. It's not brand specific. Other body shops won't be specifically trained in fixing your Toyota either.

Oh body work is body work, for sure, but in terms of getting parts and stuff in. Either way you are right, it 100% doesn't matter, just found it funny.

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On another note, I hope the fucking thing isn't totalled from a rear ender, only had 123k on it, and I have had that car since it was new.

VR6GTI
08-14-2014, 09:42 AM
^ Years ago I was in an accident in my first car, a 1981 granny-driven Mustang. I was broadsided, the whole left side of the car was caved in; shocked it wasn't written off.

I took it to Vickery Collision; The left side of the car was immaculate. Can't say enough about the work they did. Really high quality.
They changed ownership 2-3 years ago, i would stay away now.

meme405
08-14-2014, 11:53 AM
They changed ownership 2-3 years ago, i would stay away now.

Son of a bitch. Are you fucking with me?

hchang
08-14-2014, 01:32 PM
Oh body work is body work, for sure, but in terms of getting parts and stuff in. Either way you are right, it 100% doesn't matter, just found it funny.

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On another note, I hope the fucking thing isn't totalled from a rear ender, only had 123k on it, and I have had that car since it was new.

Parts are gonna be from a Toyota dealer, exact same shit whether it's from destination Toyota or open road Toyota.

Or non oem I'm sure everybody uses the same companies anyways (APT, Cross Canada, Keystone Elko)

Not like they're gonna try to throw a GM fascia bumper onto your Toyota

VR6GTI
08-14-2014, 01:38 PM
Son of a bitch. Are you fucking with me?

nope

meme405
08-14-2014, 02:58 PM
Parts are gonna be from a Toyota dealer, exact same shit whether it's from destination Toyota or open road Toyota.

Or non oem I'm sure everybody uses the same companies anyways (APT, Cross Canada, Keystone Elko)

Not like they're gonna try to throw a GM fascia bumper onto your Toyota

Are you attempting to mis-read everything I type as if I am retarded. Obviously I am well aware that they aren't going to put an impala bumper on my camry you dickhead.

I meant toyota likely has the parts in stock, or access to them within their inventory, whereas chevy would have to go to said toyota dealer, and purchase the piece from them and then put it on my car. Same goes for a body shop.

The reason anyone uses a dealership parts department is readily available parts.

godwin
08-14-2014, 05:41 PM
Why would you go to a collision place just because your insurance agent recommended it to you? It is just like going with a home inspector recommended by your real estate agent... I like False Creek, #1 and Tom's. The people that work at False Creek are on BCBimmers if you want to ask them for advice.

I find the quality of finish depends in the end of the staff of the place. Some people are less detail oriented and that shows in the final product. The problem as I understand is collision repair is an industry with a high turn over (since pay is not the greatest and the work is borderline chronically hazardous).

SpeedStars
08-14-2014, 06:20 PM
In for 2007 Toyota Impala SE :troll:
So where did you end up bringing it?

meme405
08-14-2014, 09:09 PM
In for 2007 Toyota Impala SE :troll:
So where did you end up bringing it?

I only had a little bit of time to decide, cause they wanted to get the car out of the tow yard, and determine if it is totaled or not.

Also they stated they would take it to any body shop I wanted on the north shore, if I wanted it taken farther I would have to pay for the extra towing myself.

I just told them to take it to Vickery. I figure all bodyshops are going to have horror stories from some people and praise from others

BTW I have private insurance through a different company, so I deal with them not ICBC. So the process is a little different for me then it is for people with just basic coverage with ICBC.

BrownBear
08-16-2014, 02:46 PM
I work with these guys alot, they are amazing people who know their cars. Just ask the owner about his turbo vette. I usually stop by there and end up spending hours talking to them about cars.

Royal City Auto Painting Ltd Reviews, 1035 Royal Ave, New Westminster | Body Shops | Auto Body (http://www.autobody.ca/biz/royal-city-auto-painting-ltd/bc/new-westminster/1035-royal-ave/)