Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Auto Body & Collision Repair Experts in San Diego
Since 1972, Kearny Mesa Auto Body and Collision has been a family-owned and operated leader in automotive repair services. Our team of certified technicians utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and computerized color-matching technology to restore vehicles to factory specifications. With over 45 years of experience, we specialize in collision repair, frame straightening, and auto painting for both foreign and domestic vehicles. Our commitment to quality is underscored by lifetime warranties on all repairs and a structured six-step process ensuring precision at every stage.We maintain 24/7 towing services, provide rental car arrangements, and coordinate directly with insurance companies to streamline the repair experience. Twice-weekly customer updates and free local pick-up/drop-off services demonstrate our dedication to convenience. Located in San Diego, we serve all of San Diego County with a focus on personalized service and customer satisfaction.
Services
Collision Repair
Frame Straightening
Auto Painting
24/7 Towing
Rental Cars
Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Insurance Compliance
Color Matching
Fleet Service
Lifetime Warranties
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1972 with lifetime warranties on all repairs
- Computerized color-matching technology for perfect paint finishes
- 24/7 towing and emergency response services available
- Direct insurance company coordination and free repair estimates
- Six-step repair process with twice-weekly customer updates
Services
Collision Repair
Our certified technicians perform comprehensive collision repairs using modern equipment and factory-spec parts. We handle all damage levels from minor dents to major structural repairs. Each vehicle undergoes a six-step process including detailed analysis, precise frame correction, and final reassembly with color-matched painting.
Frame Straightening
We utilize computerized laser measuring systems to restore vehicle frames to exact manufacturer specifications. Our hoist-equipped facility enables complete undercarriage inspections and repairs. This critical service ensures proper airbag deployment and maintains vehicle safety in future collisions through precise structural realignment.
Auto Painting
Our computerized color-matching technology guarantees perfect paint consistency across all vehicle surfaces. We use premium automotive paints and separate painting processes for individual components. The result is a factory-quality finish that maintains gloss and texture integrity while resisting environmental damage.
24/7 Towing
We provide immediate towing assistance for accident-damaged vehicles at any hour. Our emergency response team coordinates with insurance providers and offers temporary transportation solutions. This around-the-clock service ensures vehicle owners receive prompt support during stressful situations with minimal disruption to their schedules.
Rental Cars
Complimentary rental car arrangements are available during repair periods. We coordinate with major rental agencies to provide suitable replacement vehicles while maintaining insurance coverage compatibility. This service minimizes transportation disruption for customers requiring extended repair timelines for their primary vehicles.
Questions
What auto body services do you offer?
We specialize in collision repair, frame straightening, auto painting, 24/7 towing, and rental car arrangements. Our services cover all makes/models with lifetime warranties on repairs.
How does your repair process work?
Our six-step process includes damage analysis, disassembly, estimate preparation, parts ordering, frame repairs, and final reassembly with color-matched painting for complete restoration.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes, we coordinate directly with all major insurance providers to streamline claims processing and ensure proper documentation for collision-related repairs.
Are your technicians certified?
Our team consists of factory-trained technicians with decades of combined experience using computerized diagnostic tools and modern repair equipment.
What are your business hours?
We operate Monday-Friday 8am-5:30pm, Saturday 9am-1pm. Emergency towing services are available 24/7 through our answering line.
Do you offer vehicle pickup/dropoff?
Yes, we provide free local pickup and drop-off services within San Diego County for customer convenience during repair periods.
Reviews (5)
Victor Igumnov
Oct 19, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Great price and quality of craftsmanship was excellent. Very responsive to all calls made.
Great price and quality of craftsmanship was excellent. Very responsive to all calls made.
Edgar Avalos
May 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Had a great experience! Effren and his team did a killer job helping us repair our fender and even touched up some other scuffs on the car! Would definitely recommend for body work!
Services:Painting,Body & Trim
Had a great experience! Effren and his team did a killer job helping us repair our fender and even touched up some other scuffs on the car! Would definitely recommend for body work!
Services:Painting,Body & Trim
Dianne DeNecochea
Feb 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
The service was excellent and the owner was very knowledgable and efficient! They provided me with an Uber and allowed me to keep my car there longer than 2 days, which was awesome! I'm very happy with the work they did on my car and the price was competitive. Great place and great service!
The service was excellent and the owner was very knowledgable and efficient! They provided me with an Uber and allowed me to keep my car there longer than 2 days, which was awesome! I'm very happy with the work they did on my car and the price was competitive. Great place and great service!
Tempus Fugit
Feb 25, 2021
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They're honest, fast, and they do excellent work. I went in to have the roof and hood of my car repainted after 10 years of parking outdoors. They matched and blended the paint perfectly. My only regret is that I didn't have the whole car painted while it was in. I wish more shop managers were as pro as Efren. Absolutely recommend these guys.
Renee Johnson
Oct 29, 2020
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Jason and Roy we're amazing and made the whole experience super smooth and painless. I would recommend them to anyone I know who needs auto body work done . Thanks again
