- 1111 Center St, Tacoma, WA 98409
- Call Us Today! (253) 779-8342
- AFTER HOURS ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Center Collision provides dependable auto body repair and precision collision services for drivers across University Place. Navigating the aftermath of a car accident is stressful enough without worrying about your repair shop’s quality. Just a short drive away at our main facility in Tacoma, we deliver manufacturer-approved workmanship, transparent communication, and dedicated customer support.
Choosing a reliable Tacoma body shop with official manufacturer certifications and advanced diagnostic equipment ensures a safe, accurate repair. We prioritize your peace of mind by adhering to strict OEM standards, streamlining insurance claims, and backing every job with a National Transferable Lifetime Warranty.
Our family-run business has served Pierce County drivers since 1995, building a reputation for accurate, safe, and manufacturer-compliant workmanship. We hold official certifications for Rivian and maintain brand affiliations with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, FIAT, Nissan, Infiniti, Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Whether you are commuting along Bridgeport Way or connecting to Highway 16 from Grandview Drive, reaching our main facility on Center Street or our dedicated EV shop on South 58th Street is a quick, straightforward trip.
We handle your insurance claims directly while offering online photo estimates, local pickup and delivery, and after-hours assistance. Every repair is backed by a National Transferable Lifetime Warranty that stays with your vehicle, regardless of future ownership or coverage changes.
We deliver a complete suite of auto body and collision services designed to restore your vehicle to its pre-accident condition. Our technicians follow meticulous repair procedures that strictly align with exact safety and structural guidelines established by your vehicle’s manufacturer.
Our core specialization is comprehensive collision repair in Tacoma WA, addressing everything from cosmetic panel damage to severe unibody impacts. We use advanced computerized frame evaluation systems to diagnose and correct structural misalignment accurately. We closely monitor every phase of structural restoration to ensure your vehicle handles safely and protects passengers.
We evaluate the exact depth and location of body damage to select the least invasive, highest-quality repair technique. When possible, we ease out minor dents and door dings without disturbing your factory paint layer. For larger dents, hail damage, or cracked plastic bumpers, we execute precise body repairs before prepping surfaces for refinishing.
Restoring an exterior finish requires exact color formulation and a climate-controlled application environment. We thoroughly prepare all damaged surfaces and use a computerized mixing system to match your original paint code precisely. We apply the final coat in a dedicated spray booth to ensure a seamless, high-gloss finish that matches adjacent factory panels.
Even minor collisions can throw off the delicate sensors hidden behind your bumpers and windshield. Our technicians perform thorough diagnostic checks and precise ADAS calibration to reset your vehicle’s onboard safety network. By re-aligning every camera and radar unit to exact factory alignment, we ensure automated steering assists and collision warning systems respond instantly on the road.
Drivers frequently ask about preliminary estimate options, insurance coordination, warranty terms, and specialized electric vehicle capabilities. We handle these operational details directly so you can navigate the repair process with complete confidence.
You can submit photos of your vehicle’s damage using our online photo estimating tool right from your mobile device. Our team reviews your submission to formulate a preliminary repair assessment and arrange an in-person evaluation or vehicle drop-off. If your car is unserviceable after an accident, we also offer local vehicle pickup, delivery, and after-hours towing assistance to bring it safely to our shop.
Yes, we communicate directly with your insurance adjuster to present the required repair plan and process all necessary claims documentation. We advocate for proper manufacturer procedures to ensure your vehicle is restored safely without compromised shortcuts. Our staff guides you through every step of the claim to minimize your out-of-pocket hassle.
The National Transferable Lifetime Warranty backs all collision and refinishing repairs performed at our facility. This comprehensive coverage stays with the vehicle even if you switch insurance providers or sell the car later. We stand behind our workmanship to give you total peace of mind on every drive through Pierce County.
Yes, we operate a dedicated EV facility on South 58th Street in Tacoma and hold official Rivian certification for advanced electric vehicle repairs. Our technicians are specifically trained in high-voltage battery safety, aluminum structural repair, and specialized sensor recalibrations. This specialized shop is located just minutes from University Place via Highway 16 for easy driver access.