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    Advance Auto Body

    4.8 (49 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Services - Advance Auto Body

    Bumper repair

    Collision repair

    Dent removal

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    Rubber seal to windshield

    I brought my vehicle to Advanced Autobody after Walnut Creek Dodge failed to complete the repair on my 2016 Dodge Challenger after a year and four months at the dealership. My initial contact with Rich from Advanced seemed promising. He was able to diagnose the wind noise coming into the cockpit of the vehicle, he was able to diagnose the SXM radio failure, and he was able to figure out my rear defroster problem and sunglass holder issue. The estimate occurred on June 28, 2025, and I picked up the vehicle on August 6, 2025 after the repairs were completed. Shortly after I picked up my vehicle, the same day August 6, I noticed right away the SXM radio started failing again. I contacted Rich who responded right away, he thought it might be a bad antenna. On August 25, Rich lets me know he will need to take my car to a stereo store. He will contact me as soon as there is an opening. I waited patiently and after 47 days, I text Rich on October 11. Rich responded he had some other activities going on and he will contact me on Tuesday. That would make it October 13. I waited until November 13. I texted Rich and he didn't respond. At that point it's 33 additional days since I heard from Rich. I text Rich again on Thursday November 20 to let him know my plans to rate their performance. Rich immediately responded and tried to blame CSAA for their lack of response. However, I confirmed the last communication Rich had with CSAA was from August 11. Rich's next email was sent on November 18. Rich did not contact CSAA until 90+ days later. While Advanced Autobody were able to fix some things, they also damaged my windshield trim. In closing, Rich with Advanced Autobody can talk the talk, but when it comes to finishing. They can't do it. I would think twice before taking my vehicle here as they don't follow up. Over one hundred days and the wind noise still comes into the cockpit, the radio still goes in and out and now the windshield rubber seal is damaged by them. It wasn't like that before.

    Genesis rear 1/4 panel after the repair and paint.
    Glenn P.

    A few weeks ago someone hit my car in a parking lot while I was in the store. Upon discovering the damage I decided to bring my car here due to it being convenient to my work and the reviews I read here on Yelp. I have to say that I'm happy I made the decision. Everyone I met and spoke to were super friendly, helpful and made the entire experience more painless than I expected. A big thanks to all of you, from the ladies up front to the guys who did the work on my car. Hopefully I'll never have to use their services again, but if I do then I know my car will be in good hands. Highly recommend to anyone in need of a body shop and you won't regret it. Not the best pics but here are before and after pics.

    The finished product.  Better-than-factory paint job.  Go to Advance Auto Body.
    Robert L.

    Sent my parent's sports car to Advance Auto Body after an adjuster-friend recommended them. The owner, Renee, has been in the insurance and automotive industry a long time, she's exactly the person you want on your side when your vehicle is in need of auto body repairs. The work is absolutely meticulous and top notch. Better-than-factory work. I could not even see orange peel. Perfectionist-grade work. Every detail is taken into consideration. Renee will work with you every step of the way to make this a smooth process. She'll deal with the adjusters who often want to cut corners. Having dealt with dozens of body shops in my lifetime, I will send all referrals to Advance Auto Body in Martinez, California from now on.

    Had such a great experience with Advanced Auto Body! I took in my 2023 Sonata. they got the pictures over to State Farm so quickly and got everything approved in no time. Rich was amazing at keeping me updated every step of the way, and I even got my car back earlier than expected. They were on top of everything and made the whole process super smooth. From the moment I walked in, I felt taken care of, was even offered coffee and a biscotti right away. I was so happy when I picked up my car, and to top it all off, they even washed it! Excellent customer service all around. 100/10! Huge thanks to everyone there for helping me feel at ease during a stressful time.

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    Thank you for your positive feedback and trusting us Fernando!

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    Thank you Mike! We take pride in our craft and priority, YOU!

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    Thank you Kim! We appreciate the kind words and trust in us.

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    Such a sweet review, we appreciate you Reanna!

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    I truly appreciate your kind words, many thanks to you!

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    Thank you Rovik, we appreciate you!

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    You are so welcome Brad, we appreciate the review and your business!

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