Colchester · Essex
Car body repairs in Colchester.
Done properly.
Accident damage, bumpers, dents, scratches, resprays and alloys for cars and vans — from our workshop on Hythe Hill. Send photos on WhatsApp for an initial view.
- Cars & vansRepaired in our workshop
- Hythe Hill, ColchesterYour local body repair specialists
- Monday – Friday08:00–18:00
- Independently reviewedOn Yell & Checkatrade
What we repair
Attention to every detail.
Accident & collision repairs
Cosmetic and panel repairs after a collision, from a single damaged panel to more extensive bodywork.
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Insurance repair assistance
Help with the repair side of an insurance claim, with clear updates on your vehicle.
Illustrative imageNon-fault accident repairs
Support getting your car repaired when another driver was to blame.
Illustrative imageBumper repairs
Scuffed, cracked or pushed-in bumpers repaired and refinished where repair is the sensible option.
Dent removal & paintless dent repair
Dents and dings removed, including paintless dent repair (PDR) where the damage is suitable.
Scratch & paintwork repairs
Scratches, scuffs, key marks and paint damage repaired, with careful colour matching.
Car resprays & colour matching
Panel resprays and larger refinishing work, matched to your car's existing paint.
Alloy wheel refurbishment
Kerbed, scuffed and corroded alloys refurbished to a clean finish.
End-of-lease repairs
Cosmetic repairs before you hand back a lease or PCP car, so you know what's worth fixing.
Headlight restoration
Cloudy, yellowed headlight lenses cleaned up for a clearer, fresher look.
Parking sensor retrofits
Parking sensors fitted to vehicles that don't have them, colour matched to the bumper.
Our work · Colchester
Real vehicles. Real workmanship.
Genuine project photos, from bodywork repairs to colourful paint finishes.
Purple Mazda RX-8
Colourful custom paintwork.
White Porsche
Front-end damage and the repaired finish.
Silver Fiat hatchback
Panel preparation and finished bodywork.
How to get a quote
A simple start.
A considered repair.
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Message
Tap a quote button. WhatsApp opens with a message ready to send — add your make and model.
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Send vehicle photos
Attach clear photos of the damage in the WhatsApp chat: one wide, a few close-ups.
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Assessment
We review your photos and, where needed, arrange to see the vehicle at Hythe Hill.
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Quote
We explain what we recommend, why, and what it should cost before any work starts.
Photos help us give an initial estimate. Some damage needs a physical inspection, and final pricing follows our assessment — we can't guarantee a price from photos alone. Photos are shared only in WhatsApp; this website doesn't collect uploads.
The repair process
Clear advice.
Careful work.
Assess
We look at your photos, then inspect the vehicle to confirm the full extent of the damage.
Explain
We tell you what we recommend, why, and what it's likely to cost before work begins.
Repair & refinish
Panels are repaired, prepared and refinished, with colour matching to your vehicle.
Hand back
We check the work with you when you collect.
Optional 0% finance may be available through Payment Assist, subject to eligibility and the provider's terms.
Local to Colchester
A car body shop on Hythe Hill
Our workshop is at 100a Hythe Hill, near the Hythe and a short drive from the town centre, the A133 and the University of Essex. Drivers from across Colchester and nearby Essex villages bring us everything from car park scuffs to collision damage.
Not sure what you need? Read our repair FAQ, or start with the most common jobs: bumper repairs, scratch repairs and accident repairs.
In customers' words
What people say about the workshop
“Ben and the team are friendly, professional, honest and very very good at what they do.”
“Great work on our van and exceptional customer service.”
“Would recommend all day long”
Find the workshop
100a Hythe Hill, Colchester, Essex CO1 2NP · Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00
Quotes via WhatsApp
Send us a few photos. We'll take it from there.
Message (01206) 912198 with your make, model and photos of the damage. For general enquiries, call the workshop.