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Car Service Collision

Updated 2026-09-02 · 48,053 reviewed · 927 listed · Scored from 77 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(77) 70 composite score See reviews on Google
Interior PaintingExterior PaintingLicensed & Insured
Car Service Collision
Location
New London
Services
Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, Licensed & Insured
Reviews
77
Best for
Vehicle owners needing quick estimates and repairs with staff who help navigate insurance claims.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-02). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-09-02.

What do customers say?

Most customers praise fast repairs, accurate paint matching, and staff like Nick and Rich who guide them through insurance claims and rentals. A significant minority report paint defects (clumped finish, mismatches), overlooked details (windshield washer hose left disconnected, door clips missing), and inconsistent friendliness from management-some felt dismissed or defensive when pointing out flaws.

Praised for
  • fast turnaround
  • color matching
  • professional staff (Nick, Rich, Eve named)
  • responsive communication
  • handles insurance paperwork
Watch-outs
  • paint quality issues (clumping, mismatches)
  • missing steps (clips, hoses not reconnected)
  • inconsistent staff attitude
  • long wait times on some jobs
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Best for: Vehicle owners needing quick estimates and repairs with staff who help navigate insurance claims.
Think twice if: Paint quality and final detail work vary; some customers reported clumped finish, mismatched colors, and missing reconnections. Ask about their quality check process first.

What stands out?

  • Same-day or fast-turn estimates
  • Color matching praised
  • Nick and Rich named for customer care
  • Free towing and loaners

Worth knowing

  • Nick: quoted, scheduled, and executed repairs quickly; quoted $372 vs. dealer $800 for mirror replacement with perfect color match
  • Rich/Richard (manager): praised for communication and insurance handling; also mentioned in a negative review for defensive attitude over a bumper defect
  • Eve: mentioned twice for professionalism
  • One repair took 24 hours for a bumper-and-paint job on a brand-new vehicle
  • One repair took almost two months with weekly follow-up calls needed
  • Warranty paint repair job had clumped paint, mismatched color, and missing clips upon handoff

What reviews say by service

Interior Painting
Website lists auto body restoration, but reviews do not clearly discuss interior painting work.
Exterior Painting
Color matching and paint work widely praised, but clumping, mismatches, and rushed quality reported by some.
Licensed & Insured
Website claims I-CAR Trained & Certified and Licensed repair shop; not directly evidenced in reviews but implied by insurance adjuster coordination.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.73 average across the 668 interior painting businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 94% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

How We Rank
Star rating 50
Review volume 82
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Frequently asked questions

Can they provide a quote the same day I call?
Yes. One reviewer was quoted same-day, met outside, and given a detailed estimate within hours.
Do they offer a loaner car while mine is being repaired?
Yes. Their website lists free loaner cars and free rental car arrangements. Multiple reviews confirm loaner availability, though Nick may need to arrange it on short notice.
How long do repairs typically take?
It varies widely. Simple paint removal took 5 minutes; minor dent and scraped paint took 3 days from pickup to completion. One bumper repair took 2 weeks; another took 24 hours. A complex job took almost 2 months.

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Last updated 2026-09-02