I brought in my pearl white Camry to repair damage on both driver-side fenders, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. I was able to walk in without an appointment, which was a huge plus. Tim clearly values his customers' time and operates with great efficiency. He evaluated the damage right away and gave me an incredibly fair estimate on the spot. "Great" doesn't even begin to cover the quality of the final result. Tim and his team repaired both fenders to perfection. Pearl white is notoriously tricky to match, but the paint match is completely seamless and imperceptible from the factory finish. The craftsmanship exceeded all my expectations and was worth far more than the initial quote. I am thoroughly impressed with the Tim's Team's craftsmanship and Tim's, and his team, professional service. I highly recommend The Body Shop, and I'll go back there in a heartbeat. read more

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Recently, The Body Shop replaced the front hood, front bumper and refined other misc. marks on my Black Jeep Cherokee. The results are pristine, like a new car again. In addition, they were very professional and experienced. I spoke with Paul initially and he kept me updated throughout the week with the process. Thanks so much! read more

Highly recommended. Did an excellent job on my 2024 Tesla Model Y. I will definitely be using them in the future.

The Body shop is my trust shop . Every time i need some body work i stop by there The last time they noticed that my battery is bad and replaced with oem without free of charge This is care so 5 stars is not enough... Every time I pick up my car from The Body Shop, it feels like driving a brand-new vehicle. Their attention to detail is unmatched -- clean lines, perfect color match, and flawless finish. They're true craftsmen who care about doing things right. The whole team is friendly, knowledgeable, and always goes the extra mile. Five stars without a doubt! read more

We were recommended this body shop after an accident on Lake Shore drive. It was nearby and had good reviews so we took a gamble. It paid off. The shop had fantastic people working at the front desk. Most places provide reassurance that they will "do a great job and not to worry" but these guys really did. They were transparent about everything, communicated well throughout the process and were extremely nice and patient with us as a customer. The repair looks new and everything worked out great and in a very efficient way! read more

I have gone to TBS many times of the past 15 year but just had a terrible experience and will not be going back. They ordered the wrong part. Then refused to take accountability for it. Instead of offering to make it right, they decided to pick a fight with their customer over it. The two employees started shouting and making threats first at each other then at me. They refused to return my keys to me unless I paid the invoice in full even though the work was not completed correctly and a new part had to be ordered. Pretty sure that is not legal. There are plenty of body shops out there who value their customers. These guys do not. Perhaps not surprisingly, while I was waiting for my issue to be resolved, they got into a fight with another customer who was there. Yikes. Buyer beware. read more

I highly recommend this place. The manager is very professional,very helpful and very understanding. When it comes to auto body works,auto body paint,wax and buff, Jose is the man. He did an amazing job with my car!! Thank you very much!! More blessings and more success!! read more

The Body Shop has done body work for me several times and each time I've been pleased with the price and their work. I recently had some deep scratches on my Maserati repaired and my car looks new. Hands down the best body shop I've ever used and I've used more than a few! read more

My review is way over due (from last year) but still wanted to give this business 5 stars as I'm going back for small work soon. My car had a few big scratches and one big dent at the corner left. Tim was wonderful, inspected what needed to get done and quoted me a very amazing price, very affordable. I checked the price with different places before coming here and they were so expensive. All the work for my car only took 2 days, very fast comparing to another shop. I was very happy with the work, my car looked beautiful like nothing ever happened to it. His employees were friendly and professional. I couldn't pick up my car the day I supposed to due to my work schedule but Tim was able to figure out how to make it work for me. I'm highly recommend this place to everyone for a car repair. Great work and amazing price!!!!! read more

Took my 2021 Honda Pilot in for three deep scratches across the door and Tim (the owner) gave me a great price and had it done in 3 days. Just picked it up and the car is cleaner inside and out than when I left it there! They even washed my floor mats. Great work and terrific guys working on my car. Hopefully will never have to go back for a repair BUT if I do need body work, I won't go anywhere else!!! read more

My car was returned not only looking better than ever, but also cleaner than ever. Thank you for detailing my car!! - it was unexpected. Really appreciate the attention to detail and the work they did. I am very pleased with the service and the price that was quoted. It took longer than I expected but the holdup was on the insurance, not the Body Shop. Once it was worked out the work was done really quickly, which was great given how busy they are. read more

How many stars can I reward?This place is great. The lowest estimate They did a perfect job They repaired a couple other rough spots without charging me! They were right on time and super friendly When I picked up my X5,it was like it had been detailed,the interior had not been in such good shape since I got my dog. Thank you Body Shop read more

A friend recommended The Body Shop and I was very satisfied with the cost, customer service, and quality of work! I got a couple other estimates and they were not even close to the price they gave me here. It is also commendable that they offered the option to reduce the cost by not "blending" the bumper and fender color. This is an older car so I didn't need the paint to match the bumper exactly 100%, and it still looks great. Most shops would probably just do the work without explaining and charge the extra amount. Tim and Val were very friendly and professional and got the job done quickly. Highly recommended! read more

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My family and I have been customers of theirs for a long time now. This is literally THE body shop to go to. They're always busy and very efficient. Paul, Val, and Tim are awesome and have always taken great care of our cars. read more

Nice folks who made the out-of-pocket transaction easy - not far from the deductible I'd be responsible for since it was hit-run. I avoided time/effort for obtaining estimates, assessment visit, and/or tedious claim process. Job was completed in a promised time, with no other unexpected expenses beyond the initial estimate. I am very pleased with their work! read more

Crashed my car today. Norms Auto recommended this joint. The guys are knowledgeable and accomodating. Prices are reasonable. I didnt use these guys yet, but i think ill get them to try popping out my bumper. read more

The best people the best work and also best pricing in the city. Uncle Val god bless him saved me a few times so far just this year alone 2023. I will never take my car to any other place. I highly recommend "THE BODY SHOP" read more

Tim and his colleagues took great care of my 15-year-old PT Cruiser convertible, with stranger-danger parking damage. When I picked it up, not only was the rear fender beautifully fixed, they had buffed out the bumper and cleaned the headlights at no extra charge. Check them out is you need body work. Better than Gerber on Halsted who's quote was 45% higher! read more

I can't say enough good things about The Body Shop. I've always side eyed body shops and such because of the reputations they have for ripping people off. I was involved in an accident where a driver blew a red light and t-boned me. I brought my car to the body shop for repairs. They worked with my and the other drivers insurance to get my car back to pristine shape. I had some additional work needed on my fender that they took care of for ridiculously cheap. I know they couldn't see me smiling through my face mask when I picked up my car, but i couldn't be happier! read more

This location fixed both of my cars making them look brand new. I would have never known my cars were hit after the wonderful work they've completed. They took care of everything from my rental arrangements (pick up and drop off) to following up on the progress of both cars. I never write reviews on auto shops but this one is definitely one I will always trust and recommend. Thank you guys!! S read more

Several years ago my wife had her BMW's front end reputed after an accident. Recently I noticed the passenger side turn signal was protruding from the front body panel. After taking it apart I noticed that there were two issues that were dealt with in other than professional ways. The trim piece at the bottom of the headlight housing had been broken in the accident and had been epoxied back into place. Rather than being replaced. Also, I noticed that the turn signal bulb holder had been glued and the gasket that seals the bulb into place had been cut (rather poorly at that) from another gasket. I tell this to make all aware that they should be extra attentive to what and how the repairs to your car are to be made. New parts or repaired old parts. I am now going to have to replace the turn signal because the repair wasn't done properly and time has caught up to the part. please be aware! read more

This is hands down the Best mechanical Body Shop in Chicago. My vehicle was hit while parked & exactly three weeks later I receive my car back Bigger & Better than ever. There was also an unrelated problem with the ABS wire & instead of jacking the price up, they fixed it..! These guys have done body work for me before & I'll have to say, both times they did a phenomenal job..! Outstanding Work Gentleman...! My Car Drives Like A Dream...! read more

Seriously don't look anywhere else - every person at this body shop is professional, thorough, great with communication, and go above and beyond for your vehicle. I brought my car in bad shape and was anxious because it was leased and the lease ended in 10 days. Tim, (which is truly one of the most professional nicest people I've ever met) listened to all my concerns, told me what the process was, what he was going to do for me and took the time to explain to me how the shop does care about it's customers. I'm normally very picky and skeptical when it comes to body shops, I think that's a somewhat common, but you can tell by meeting with any person there that they're there to do their job, are honest and really want to help people. Tim was able to get my deductible back and the team took care of additional scratches free of charge and acted like it was no big deal. I didn't expect my experience to be so nice, which is why I wrote this review. You can't go wrong here, will go back here hands down. read more

Recently had my Subaru Legacy repaired, and they did an incredible job. I dropped it off after hours and put my key in the slot. They said it would take about 5 days for the repair, and sure enough, it was ready on the 5th day. Not only did they repair the damage perfectly, but they also had the car expertly washed/cleaned/detailed while it was in the shop. The price was roughly half the quote at Leo's, and I am really glad I went with the Body Shop. I can't recommend them enough. read more

I wish I didn't accidentally stopped in here. I don't know who the receptionist was but he's the 40 year old looking guy that was VERY rude to me the moment I walked in. From eye rolling to "you wish this was your car, YOU WISH". Like excuse me? I don't know what his deal was, I just asked for an estimate of my car repairs. But funny enough, I had the same EXACT car that he wished I had but next door at John's Auto Body Shop. Everyone at John's Auto Body Shop were so friendly, go to John's instead. read more

DO NOT TAKE YOUR CAR HERE!!! Unless you want to have it disappear for a month and a half. My car was a victim of a hit and run on Ashland, the tow company that came by to help recommend "The Body Shop" saying he would take It there with no charge. I then was contacted by Tim who originally told me the car was going to be done in an estimated 10-12 days...... Tim kept telling me he would keep me "up to date" with the car and how far along it was getting, well I found myself calling him constantly and asking for updates.... He never called once after the initial call. One month later Tim keeps telling me they need to do more work and needs to have the insurance out to do more estimates so he can get as much money from the insurance as possible. Basically he kept pushing out the date as long as possible. He then told me not to worry and would pay for my rentacar so I would stop worrying and calling him. Then finally a MONTH AND A HALF LATER. He tells me my car is ready. When I come to pick it up he tells me some BS story how he never told me he would pay for my rentacar and I was basically SOL and told me IT IS WHAT IT IS!!! Lesson learned. DO NOT TRUST THIS PLACE. My car still needs work even after all the "work" this place did. DO NOT TAKE YOUR CAR HERE!!!! read more

I signed up for a Yelp account just so I could review The Body Shop! My car, my love, Lance, was unfortunately on the receiving end of a drunken driver's joyride earlier this year. (I was luckily asleep in my apartment) The guys at The Body Shop were not only recommended by my insurance agent, but also the adjuster who came to the scene gave them rave reviews. It took them a full month to get my car back to normal, but what an amazing process. They contacted the insurance people for me, they updated me when something went wrong (broken axel - yikes), and the car was running beautifully again. I recently brought my car back to get the air conditioning fixed and again they came through with a great price and excellent service. I wouldn't trust my car anywhere else. read more

So, back in April when "The Shark" got hit she needed to find a spot to get her fins all fixed up and brand new lookin' again. Ely, the tow truck driver that I love, suggested that I take my Shark to The Body Shop, so off she goes... Tim (the man behind the madness) calls me in the morning to tell my car is with him and that he's willing to help sort through all of the insurance BS.. Awww, thanks Tim but I'm a total type A, so I'll take care of it and get back to you :) Deal? Deal! I take care of what needs to be taken care of, and get back to Tim and give him allllllllll of the details that he needs to get my Shark back to swimmin' the streets of Chicago ASAP. Fast forward to just about a month later.... I get a call from Tim (mind you, I was aware that it would take about a month to get her back and we would talk about once a week so that I could see how everything was progressing) saying that The Shark is ready and I can pick her up :) ~Great job overall (just two small scratches that I had them buff out after I saw them and they did it fast and without questions) ~Super duper friendly staff ~ A block away from a car rental place (if ya need that kinda thing) Thanks for all of your help, Tim! :) ~The Shark~ read more

the best body work i've ever had done . i am 70 .i've been driving since i'm 15. i've had my share of accidents. this "body shop" does such excellent work. i looked in every kind of light . i could not find one flaw . not one buff mark ! my black convertible looks "show room new". they are very busy. no surprise. how ever , this business is worth the wait. just rent a car & know yours will look superb, when finished. read more

People, working there, don't know how to estimate their time and won't honor their promises. Service for my car, originally estimated as 3-4 weeks job, took nearly 6 weeks. Last week I called them every day, and every time it was 'tomorrow or next day we will finish'. Finally, I've been told I can come and take my car. I've replied I'll do it tomorrow (it was afternoon). I've come next day, guess what? Car was not ready and I waited for one more hour. read more

This place is friendly, and offers great quality of service. Very pleased with them and how efficiently they proceed. Five stars do not seem like enough for them. I highly recommend this place. read more

I took my car here for body work after an accident. My car was in the shop for two weeks to complete over $3,000 worth of work. Luckily this place is close to my house and the car rental place, so I could just walk over when the work was complete. They kept telling me they would call me to tell me when the car was ready, but in reality, they never did, so I always had to call to followup. When the car was ready, I checked it out, only to find some minor work that still needed to be done. They took care of it right away and my car was finally ready just hours later. They gave me a good deal cost-wise. read more

Had both bumpers repaired and you couldn't tell anything ever happened. Excellent workmanship and super friendly service. This will be my go-to place for any future repairs. They are very trustworthy and reasonably priced for the level of workmanship. Jim was the best! read more

Very happy with the service and work done on my car. I got all the help I need and timely response to all my inquiries. I had to have my car towed to the shop and in a couple of days, they had it running better than it had in a long time. I would recommend them to anyone that needs help with their vehicle. Thank you to Tim and Paul for taking care of me and my car. Kim Patrick read more

GREAT work & diligent staff. We had a fender replaced after a parking lot accident. The Body Shop was selected by the party who ran into us, but was also recommended by Norm's Auto Clinic, where I have taken my cars for 25 years. PAUL was gracious & diligent from Day One. VAL helped with the estimate for repairs then the bill came in UNDER the estimate! As other Yelp reviews have indicated, we found some scratches & paint transfer FIXED in addition to contracted work. They do GREAT work. We are very pleased & highly recommend The Body Shop. Don't let the lower ratings fool you. This is a 1st-rate shop. read more

This is the second time I've been to The Body Shop and once again my little Smart car was fixed for WAY cheaper than what the dealership quoted me. All parts are from the manufacturer. All advice is genuine. I've never felt pressured to get anything fixed that was unnecessary. Tim is awesome! If there is something they cannot fix, he will call around to other trusted mechanics in Chicago who will take care of the problem. I will never go anywhere else to get my car fixed. read more

Best shop in Chicago will take care of all your needs and works well with insurance company's my car has always been done the right way all repairs have been extremely great and professionally done read more

Be very careful of these guys. They have a deal with the local tow truck providers in the area to scout out for accidents, get people to give up their cars and get them to their shop. They give the tow company a kickback for the wreck and pocket the storage charges. They charge $150.00 per day for storage costs which they claim your insurance will pay for. They also claim they are just trying to "help you" when they're really helping themselves to storing your wreck and getting cash for the storage fee. They claim your insurance company will cover all the costs and that they're just good guys. Don't buy it. read more

I have never written a review on Yelp...or pretty much any other place. However, based on my service from The Body Shop, I feel morally compelled to write this review. I did some real damage to a Porsche I bought. Was referred to these guys. With pain in my eyes...and fear in my heart...I trusted them to rebuild my car. And that they did. Most importantly...they gave me great comfort that they cared for the car about as much as I did. They cared about the quality of work...not just how much they were going to get paid. I have a had a couple subsequent issues and they have been beyond great in dealing with them and standing behind their work. It is incredibly rare for me to find a service provider that I truly trust and respect. I can say unequivocally.... I trust Tim...and the rest of the team at The Auto Body Shop. I would take my car...or anything else...to them to be repaired. Thank you!!!!!!!!! read more

Can I give any anything less than one star? My car was towed to the body shop after an accident. My insurance gave us a rental and everything seemed fine. The body shop kept delaying, I.'d be told it would be ready "by the end of the week, so I'd call at the end if the week and be told, "Tuesday." And so it went for about a month. When the car was finally ready I went to pick it up at the appointed time and waited over an hour because the bumper "wasn't perfect" and the 'perfectionist' at the body shop couldn't give me anything less. I think the car home. The car looked good but it have out the next day. Thinking it might be just because of the sort cold weather we took it to the dealership. Turns out, the body shop had missed serious damage to the frame that made the care dangerous to drive. So, no car again, and no rental because we used up the 30 days our ins policy gives while the car sat at the shop not being fixed for a month! Will they pay for the rental now? read more