RMMGS4

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Lately, a lot of members are starting to go to Active Auto Body in Sunnyvale.

http://www.activeautobody.net/


They are expert in color matching but quality always comes at a cost, don't kid yourself.

Body and paint is definitely an area where you get what you pay for.

A lot of people do Price Shopping Only. Some shops will see that and might quote low. If you have a problem they may not take care of you if they already gave a low ball price.

So the challenge is to find a "Quality" shop that charges "fair" prices for the work performed.

These guys stand behind their work.

It won't cost you an arm and a leg, but it will probably cost you an arm.

Ask for Sean when you go there for a quote and it wouldn't hurt to mention you got the recommendation from ClubLexus.

Premier Films

Just to add to RMMGS4's recommendation, we also use Works Autobody in Santa Clara and Brooks Motor Cars in San Leandro.

mr2gixxer

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I appreciate all the responses guys! Keep em' coming. It's good to compile of list of trustworthy shops are our area.

SC510

accurate auto body in san pablo did a good job with my rear quarter panel when it got hit. however price wise, it may be a little deep.

darkling

iTrader: (1)

well i can hook you up with a shop in reno the labor rates there are 1/2 norcal and even better they will pick up parts if you just getting small stuff sprayed .

lucasb7

Autowest Collison did a really good job color matching my Starfire Pearl. They actually redid it twice because they weren't satisfied the first time.

PS: RMMGS4, saw a (presumed yours) IS300 at Mitty the other day. Boy is it gorgeous. Great work!

mr2gixxer

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Where is Autowest Collision located and how is their price range to paint a front bumper and rear spoiler?

lucasb7

1729 Junction Ave
San Jose, CA 95112
(408) 436-1400

It ran about $1000 to replace and repaint my rear bumper. I'm pretty sure it was around $400 for paint. They are pretty pricy but they did a great job and someone else's insurance was picking up the tab. They are also recommended by Lexus of Stevens Creek and Smythe Mercedes (Stevens Creek).

mr2gixxer

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Any recommendations in the Hayward/Fremont area?

smoothLEX

Brooks Motor Cars did a great job on my wife's car after her latest accident.

Fsonic

I got my IS-F done at "Garage Inc." in Burlingame. They do good work for even better prices. I got my door trim, wheels, roof, taillights and emblems done (check out pics in the IS-F boards under "Blacked out stock wheels"). The owner is a stand-up guy. I was a little upset at a couple minor scratches that were on the front bumper when they did my front grille. I'm getting a front lip installed on the F and plan to take my sc430 in for exterior additions.

If anyone has questions pm me.

http://www.garageincusa.com

iRock

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Hey so I'm thinkin about gettin a body kit and I'm lookin for a place to get it painted in bay area for a decent price.... anyone know any??? Where did you guys get urs painted??? I called a couple places and they quoted me around 900. I'm not sure if that's a good price or not bec this is the first time I've purchased a body kit.... any help would be appreciated...

someboy

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i think if you want perfect matching paint, i think you will have to go back to lexus. but what body kit are u painting though?

AznJason

iTrader: (5)

This should probably go to the NorCal section. You'll get a better response.

iRock

iTrader: (12)

Ok ill post it there or maybe they will move it over there....I'm lookin into gettin wald kit though