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Old 08-20-09, 10:56 AM
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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.

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Old 08-22-09, 10:47 AM
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Just to add to RMMGS4's recommendation, we also use Works Autobody in Santa Clara and Brooks Motor Cars in San Leandro.
Old 08-24-09, 08:27 AM
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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.
Old 08-24-09, 10:30 PM
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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.
Old 08-29-09, 02:30 AM
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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 .
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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!
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Where is Autowest Collision located and how is their price range to paint a front bumper and rear spoiler?
Old 08-30-09, 10:13 AM
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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).
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Any recommendations in the Hayward/Fremont area?
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Brooks Motor Cars did a great job on my wife's car after her latest accident.
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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
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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...
Old 12-03-09, 01:19 PM
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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?
Old 12-03-09, 01:49 PM
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This should probably go to the NorCal section. You'll get a better response.
Old 12-03-09, 01:54 PM
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Ok ill post it there or maybe they will move it over there....I'm lookin into gettin wald kit though


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