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Bellingham, WA · Since 2014

Collision repair and paint refinishing in Bellingham, done right the first time.

Locally owned and family operated. We straighten the metal, match the color, handle your insurance claim, and hand your vehicle back looking like the accident never happened.

  • 4.6★ 137 Google reviews
  • Free written estimates
  • All insurance carriers
PPG paint, OEM color matchMixed for your vehicle and blended in our paint booth

Since 2014

Locally owned and family operated in Bellingham

4.6 ★

Average rating across 137 Google reviews

Every carrier

We work with all insurance companies

Free estimates

Same-day walk-in or online photo estimates

What we do

Auto body repair and refinishing services

One shop for the whole job: collision and structural repair, paint and refinishing, dents, bumpers, motorcycles, and complete refinishes. Insurance claims and out-of-pocket repairs are both welcome.

SUV on the frame straightening rack during collision repair

Collision Repair

From fender benders to major structural damage. Frame straightening, panel replacement, and a factory-correct finish.

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Painter in a white paint suit spraying a masked blue car in a paint booth

Auto Painting & Refinishing

PPG paint, OEM color matching, and seamless blending in our paint booth, from a single panel to a complete refinish.

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White Jeep with door and side panel damage before repair

Dent & Scratch Repair

Door dings, hail, creases, and deep scratches repaired so the panel is smooth again and the paint matches.

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GMC pickup front bumper after repair and refinishing

Bumper Repair

Cracked, scuffed, or pushed-in bumper covers repaired or replaced, then refinished to match the rest of the vehicle.

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Painter pinstriping a silver motorcycle tank in the paint booth

Motorcycle Refinishing

Tanks, fenders, side covers, and fairings repaired and refinished. Factory colors, custom work, and accident repair.

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Classic Pontiac Firebird after a complete paint refinish

Classic & Custom Paint

Complete refinishes and custom paint for classics, hot rods, and special projects, on selected vehicles.

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Insurance claims

Filing a claim? We handle the hard part.

We work with every insurance company and walk you through the claim from estimate to pickup. Customers tell us the coordination is what they remember most: insurance updated, rental car lined up, and no surprises at the end.

  • Work with all insurance providers
  • Help arranging an Enterprise rental car, with pickup and drop-off
  • Discounted towing through our towing partner
  • After-hours vehicle drop-off
  • Fair, clear pricing for out-of-pocket repairs
SUV on the frame straightening rack during collision repair
Painter pinstriping a silver motorcycle tank in the paint booth

Motorcycles

Motorcycle refinishing, done by hand.

Plenty of body shops won’t take motorcycle work. We like it. Tanks, fenders, side covers, and fairings are repaired, prepped, and refinished in our paint booth, whether you need a factory color after a tip-over or a custom finish for a project bike.

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Our process

How a repair works with us

01

Free estimate

Walk in Monday through Friday, or send photos online. We look at the damage, explain what it needs, and write a clear estimate.

02

Insurance & scheduling

Insured or paying out of pocket, we set the plan. We work with every insurer and can help arrange an Enterprise rental.

03

Repair & refinish

Structural and body repair, then PPG paint matched to your vehicle and blended so the repair disappears.

04

Inspect & deliver

We check fit, finish, and color in good light, clean the vehicle, and walk you through the work at pickup.

Real work from our shop

Before and after

Every photo on this site is a real vehicle repaired at Bellingham Autoworks. Browse the gallery →

Black Toyota 4Runner with heavy front-end collision damage

Before

Black Toyota 4Runner after collision repair

After

4.6 stars · 137 Google reviews

What Bellingham drivers say

★★★★★

Zach and Crew at Bellingham Autoworks have done multiple repairs for my family and me, including insurance, and out-of-pocket jobs. His quotes are thorough, very competitive to other shops, got us in promptly, and they’ve done a great job every time.

Mike Baron Google review

★★★★★

Zach got my work truck in and out in 4 days as promised. Excellent work fixing the door dents and color matching the paint which was a forest service green specialty color. Can’t even tell someone sideswiped me.

Anna Poutous Google review

★★★★★

Service was great! Timing was very prompt and I was updated about everything. Zach was so on top with coordinating stuff with my insurance and keeping the rental car company updated! My Tacoma looks so good!

emilia bieniewicz Google review

About us

A family shop you can trust with your vehicle.

Bellingham Autoworks has been locally owned and family operated since 2014. We’re a family of five, and we treat every repair the way we’d want our own car treated: honest recommendations, a clear quote, and updates while the work is happening.

Our I-CAR certified technicians use PPG paint for durable, factory-quality finishes, and owner Zach and his crew keep you updated from estimate to pickup.

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Bellingham Autoworks auto body shop on Meador Avenue in Bellingham, WA

FAQ

Questions we hear every week

Do I need an appointment for an estimate?2026-11-04T13:39:48-08:00

No. Walk in Monday through Friday between 8am and 5pm for a free same-day estimate, or send photos through our online estimate form and we’ll follow up.

Do you work with my insurance company?2026-11-04T13:39:48-08:00

Yes. We work with all insurance providers. We can write the estimate, communicate with your adjuster, and keep you updated through the repair.

Can I choose my own body shop?2026-11-04T13:39:48-08:00

In Washington, the choice of repair shop is typically up to you, even if your insurer suggests a different one. Tell your insurance company you’d like Bellingham Autoworks to do the work.

Can you help with a rental car?2026-11-04T13:39:48-08:00

Yes. We can help you arrange an Enterprise rental, including pickup and drop-off, so you’re not stuck while your vehicle is in the shop.

Do you repair motorcycles?2026-11-04T13:39:48-08:00

Yes. We repair and refinish motorcycle tanks, fenders, side covers, and fairings, including factory color matches and custom finishes on selected projects.

Service areas

Serving Bellingham and all of Whatcom County

Our shop is in Bellingham, and drivers come to us from across Whatcom and north Skagit County. Get your estimate here, and we can help line up a rental car and towing.

Get your free estimate

Walk in Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm, or send photos through our online photo estimate and we’ll get back to you with next steps. We work with every insurance company.