Looking for Body Shop in Washington DC Metro

sidemoves · 02-17-2017, 11:25 AM

last night some idiot attempted a right turn from the middle lane as I was passing through the intersection and nailed my drivers side. sending me off the road over the curb and some how (thankfully) I was able to thread the needle between a traffic pole and a tree saving further damage. needless to say, I now need an excellent body shop for repairs...can any recommend a good one in the WashDC Metro Area?

This is a repost from the thread below...

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...3#post21288933

Scoob13 · 02-17-2017, 11:55 AM

I had a hit and run on my car and took it to Rockville BMW Collision Center. The car needed a new bumper and left headlight. They did a very good job on the paint (Mineral White) and the staff kept me up to date as they progressed fixing the car, as far as parts coming in, paint, etc.
They even requested I leave the car with them 1 more day for a full detail. I take really good care of my car but when I picked it up, it looked better than the day I picked it up.

mnesia · 02-17-2017, 07:11 PM

First Choice Body Shop - located on 525 South 31st Street Arlington VA 22202 provided superb service. I've used First Choice for my F82 and E93 and they've not disappointed me.

AIRPOWER · 02-17-2017, 07:15 PM

Arlington Collision Center 3840 S Four Mile Run Dr, Arlington, VA 22206

Have taken many cars there over the years, nothing but top quality work!

sidemoves · 02-20-2017, 08:47 AM

Thank you all for your responses and help! I ended up taking her to D&V Autobody in Sterling, VA. They work on a lot of exotics and have great reviews in addition to being a recommendation from a fellow BMW enthusiast. I'll let you know how it goes! Safe driving out there!

chillindrdude · 02-20-2017, 09:40 AM

My E36 is there now... Good spot by reputation

Slikrik314 · 03-10-2017, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sidemoves

Thank you all for your responses and help! I ended up taking her to D&V Autobody in Sterling, VA. They work on a lot of exotics and have great reviews in addition to being a recommendation from a fellow BMW enthusiast. I'll let you know how it goes! Safe driving out there!

You're in good hands at D&V - I don't take my cars anywhere else.

biohoo18 · 03-19-2018, 12:28 PM

Should I avoid the dealer? Any suggestions on a good repair shop that can fix the hole / nicks / scratches from getting rear-ended? Ideally in Alexandria or south Arlington?

bb1857 · 03-19-2018, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sidemoves

Thank you all for your responses and help! I ended up taking her to D&V Autobody in Sterling, VA. They work on a lot of exotics and have great reviews in addition to being a recommendation from a fellow BMW enthusiast. I'll let you know how it goes! Safe driving out there!

That's who just did some work on mine after a little dealer incident. They did a great job and their communication is on point!

bb1857 · 03-19-2018, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by biohoo18

Should I avoid the dealer? Any suggestions on a good repair shop that can fix the hole / nicks / scratches from getting rear-ended? Ideally in Alexandria or south Arlington?

Dealer bodyshops are usually how can we get this done the fastest, and charge the most...not an ideal scenario to be honest.

I would use D&V Autobody in NoVa....they do some great work.

pseto · 03-20-2018, 08:35 AM

very few dealers have their own bodyshop, you're better off going to D&V and/or another recommended place

Day Laborer · 03-21-2018, 08:39 AM

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First Choice Body Shop - located on 525 South 31st Street Arlington VA 22202 provided superb service. I've used First Choice for my F82 and E93 and they've not disappointed me.

This

I had great experience with this shop as well.

BMW of Alexandria contracted them out for paint defects on my silverstone before they switched over to Caliber collision

tbaig · 02-18-2020, 04:14 PM

I recently touched base with D&V autobody and they quoted me $2K more than BMW of Fairfax to fix damage to the passenger door and fender. I am paying out of pocket too. It seems really high compared to what BMW is charging.

sidemoves · 02-18-2020, 04:18 PM

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I recently touched base with D&V autobody and they quoted me $2K more than BMW of Fairfax to fix damage to the passenger door and fender. I am paying out of pocket too. It seems really high compared to what BMW is charging.

Worth the money imo. They do excellent work.

Ask for Ahmed Yusufi there, he's great to work with.

tbaig · 02-19-2020, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by sidemoves

Worth the money imo. They do excellent work.

Ask for Ahmed Yusufi there, he's great to work with.

Let's see. 5K is way too much for me to afford right now.

sidemoves · 02-19-2020, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by sidemoves

Worth the money imo. They do excellent work.

Ask for Ahmed Yusufi there, he's great to work with.

Let's see. 5K is way too much for me to afford right now.

DM me your info I can have a friend there try to help you out

02-17-2017, 11:25 AM	#1
sidemoves Private First Class 12 Rep 180 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Alpine White/Blk DCT Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Washington, D.C. iTrader: (6)	Looking for Body Shop in Washington DC Metro last night some idiot attempted a right turn from the middle lane as I was passing through the intersection and nailed my drivers side. sending me off the road over the curb and some how (thankfully) I was able to thread the needle between a traffic pole and a tree saving further damage. needless to say, I now need an excellent body shop for repairs...can any recommend a good one in the WashDC Metro Area? This is a repost from the thread below... http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...3#post21288933 Last edited by sidemoves; 02-17-2017 at 11:54 AM..
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Scoob13 Private First Class 55 Rep 157 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Maryland iTrader: (1)	I had a hit and run on my car and took it to Rockville BMW Collision Center. The car needed a new bumper and left headlight. They did a very good job on the paint (Mineral White) and the staff kept me up to date as they progressed fixing the car, as far as parts coming in, paint, etc. They even requested I leave the car with them 1 more day for a full detail. I take really good care of my car but when I picked it up, it looked better than the day I picked it up.
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02-17-2017, 07:11 PM	#3
mnesia BMW CCA # 418298 46 Rep 84 Posts Drives: 2015 BMW M4 Coupe Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Arlington, VA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2021 BMW M235i Gran ... [0.00] 2021 2021 BMW X3 M40i [0.00] 2015 BMW M4 Coupe [7.00]	First Choice Body Shop - located on 525 South 31st Street Arlington VA 22202 provided superb service. I've used First Choice for my F82 and E93 and they've not disappointed me. __________________ 2015 F82, AY // BK /// DCT, Adaptive M Suspension, 19" Black Wheels, CF Black Trim, Parking Assistant, HK, Executive PKG, MPE w/CF Tailpipes, Dinan Stage 2, IND Painted Front Reflectors, IND Grille Set w/Painted M Stripe, Xpel Ultimate 2009 E92, Jarez Black, F-Red Extended Leather, DCT [Sold] 2004 E46, Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Leather, SMG [Sold]
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AIRPOWER Lieutenant Colonel 1683 Rep 1,812 Posts Drives: 2015 6MT YMB M3, 1974 Corvette Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: NW Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW M3 [9.67]	Arlington Collision Center 3840 S Four Mile Run Dr, Arlington, VA 22206 Have taken many cars there over the years, nothing but top quality work! __________________ AIRPOWER
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02-20-2017, 08:47 AM	#5
sidemoves Private First Class 12 Rep 180 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Alpine White/Blk DCT Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Washington, D.C. iTrader: (6)	Thank you all for your responses and help! I ended up taking her to D&V Autobody in Sterling, VA. They work on a lot of exotics and have great reviews in addition to being a recommendation from a fellow BMW enthusiast. I'll let you know how it goes! Safe driving out there!
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02-20-2017, 09:40 AM	#6
chillindrdude Lieutenant Colonel 1161 Rep 1,726 Posts Drives: anything with 4 wheels Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Virginia iTrader: (1)	My E36 is there now... Good spot by reputation __________________ My Trackable Street Car 2016 BMW M4 GTS
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03-19-2018, 12:28 PM	#8
biohoo18 New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: F80 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Alexandria, VA iTrader: (0)	Looking for someone to repair my bumper (paint damage) Should I avoid the dealer? Any suggestions on a good repair shop that can fix the hole / nicks / scratches from getting rear-ended? Ideally in Alexandria or south Arlington?
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pseto Major General 808 Rep 7,750 Posts Drives: E92 M3 ZCP, F80 M3 ZCP- beater Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Rockville, MD iTrader: (4)	very few dealers have their own bodyshop, you're better off going to D&V and/or another recommended place __________________ Paul Seto - BMW Car Club of America President, National Capital Chapter (MD/DC/NoVA) Director, National Events ///M Chapter Become a BMW CCA member; Click HERE to join and use my member #339225 for a referral Join our NCC Facebook Page
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02-18-2020, 04:14 PM	#13
tbaig Second Lieutenant 80 Rep 204 Posts Drives: None Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Washington D.C. iTrader: (0)	I recently touched base with D&V autobody and they quoted me $2K more than BMW of Fairfax to fix damage to the passenger door and fender. I am paying out of pocket too. It seems really high compared to what BMW is charging.
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