Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara Auto Body FAQ: Estimates, Claims, Hours
Quick answers to what Santa Clara drivers ask before they bring in a car.
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Where can I get a free auto body estimate in Santa Clara?
International Auto Center Body Shop at 1499 Lincoln St in Santa Clara gives free estimates. Call (408) 243-2530, stop by Monday to Friday between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM, or send photos through the estimate form.
Does International Auto Center work with all insurance companies?
Yes. The shop works with all car insurance companies and helps you through the claim. You can also get an estimate first and decide afterward whether to file, which matters if your deductible is close to the repair cost.
Can I choose my own body shop in California?
Yes. California Insurance Code section 758.5 lets you pick the repair shop for covered damage, and an insurer cannot require a particular shop. You can bring your car here even if your insurer suggested another facility.
What are the shop's hours?
The shop is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and closed on Saturday and Sunday. You can also send photos through the estimate form at any time.
How long has the shop been in business?
International Auto Center Body Shop opened in 1996 and has over 30 years of experience in the automotive field, serving Santa Clara and the wider Bay Area from the same Lincoln St location.
Which vehicles do you repair?
We repair all makes and models. That covers daily-driver sedans and SUVs, trucks, and imports, from small dents to collision damage and frame work.
Do you do oil changes, engine repair or detailing?
No. We are a collision and body shop. We handle collision repair, painting, dents, scratches, bumpers, frame straightening, hail damage, windshields, and steering and suspension repair after impact. For engine or routine maintenance, ask your mechanic.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve Santa Clara first, plus San Jose, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Campbell, Mountain View and Milpitas. Lincoln St is a short drive from all of them.
Do you work on Teslas or electric vehicles?
Tell us the year and model when you call, and we will confirm what we can do before you drive over. We do not want you to make a trip for work we cannot take on.
Do you offer a warranty on repairs?
Ask for the warranty terms in writing when you approve the estimate. We want you to know exactly what is covered before work starts.
Can I send photos for an estimate?
Yes. Use the form on the free estimate page with photos from several angles. Photos give a first look, and a full estimate may need the car in person.
Do you handle hail damage?
Yes. We survey the panels, map the dents and write an estimate for your comprehensive claim or for paying directly.
What is Way+ and does it work with body repair?
Way+ is a Way.com membership with driver perks. The perks that apply to collision repair are set by Way. Ask us and check the Way+ page before you sign up.