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4.9 (42 reviews)
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Services - Preferred Auto Design

Auto body restoration

Bumper repair

Collision repair

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Auto customization

Auto exterior customization

Auto frame testing

Auto maintenance

Auto mirror repair

Paint and scratches

Vehicle painting

Auto repairs

Auto steering and suspension repair

Auto windows and mirrors repair

Routine automotive maintenance

Rust damage repair

Rear-end damage

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David was really awesome and getting my car really quickly for me so I didn't have to spend a bunch of money on a rental and handled a lot with my insurance I couldn't have asked for a better place to get my car fixed!

Glenn W.

David and all the wonderful people at the PAD were so knowledgeable and helpful and gave full transparency on what they were doing. This locally owned mom-and-pop shop gives affordable and gets things done right and gets them done fast. They'll run you through your options and they'll keep your budget in mind every step of the way. They helped me out on a major way when my serpentine belt was running down and my radiator hoses needed to be replaced. David was even able to grab me OEM parts in a timely manner and gave me quite the deal. I'm looking forward to using Preferred Auto Design on my next project and I would recommend them to anyone who needs a look at their car. Thanks David and everyone at Preferred Auto Design, y'all are the best!!

David G.

Looked up Auto Body Shops in the Area,found yelp review on preferred Auto Design,called shop ,owner David , he was so helpful on getting my vehicle to shop,once there David took care of the rest ,1 week turnaround and car looks amazing,Body fixed to perfection,and not only that a beautiful Detail job,family and friends will always be recommended, Thanks again to the owner and buisness!!

Robert M.

My truck blew an oil pump last month. I brought it in to David and his crew at Preferred Auto Design for repairs and some minor cosmetics. I'm very happy with their work and attention to detail!

Happyhusband S.

This place, the owner (David), and his team are the best! I trusted them my brand new BMW 8series gran coupe and they handled with care and precision. They were on time, professional, and did an amazing job blacking out my car. Tint and blackout grill and other parts. They will do all my cars going forward and it's good I now have a trusted place to recommend to others.

Took my néw Mercedes Benz 2021 to David from a friend referral. Least to say he sprayed in my engine that I found out after I tried to sell my car to Nissan deal ship. Also used the wrong type of paint so that cost me $5,800. This dude is cheap. Don't go to this man for nothing. He blocked me and now he thinks I'm not gonna see him. Thanks David for messing up my new car. Also I clarified if he has ever done 2021 Mercedes snd he said yea which was a total lie. SCAMMER!!! I'll see you soon Also that chip in the video is from his cheap paint he put on my car. My AC also sounds like hissing every second from the spraying in the engine I think. Well that's what the dealership said. . Screw you david

Bumper replacement and color match

Dave the owner was Awesome, they did a outstanding Job on my bumper replacement and even detailed the car inside and out ! I would highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for professional body work

Lisa K.

Owner David Arellano and his awesome team are always ready to take care of my car needs quickly and with quality service that can't be beat. Today he fixed the cracked side mirror, changed the oil and filter, and cleaned off the dirty engine on my mom van in 30 minutes flat, while I listened to Christmas music and the rain falling outside. Thanks PAD!

Jamie R.

Quality work and reasonable prices! I had 2 scrapes from 2 different incidents in my work parking lot. I took it in to David and his staff and they made my 2018 Traverse look like new! The work was done quickly and professionally. I would recommend Preferred Auto Design to family and friends without hesitation.

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My car needed body work and paint. David answer all my questions and was very patient. Very happy, definitely doing business here again.

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