European & Prestige Car Smash Repairs Melbourne

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We also repair: Volvo · Land Rover and Range Rover · Jaguar · Mini · Skoda · Tesla and electric cars

What makes a European car repair different

European cars are built in their own way, and repairing them properly takes more than straightening a panel and painting it.

Mixed materials

Many BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Jaguar and Land Rover models combine aluminium with high-strength steel. Each material has its own repair method. Some steel parts must not be heated or straightened and are replaced instead. Aluminium is repaired in a dedicated aluminium repair bay, with its own tools, so steel dust can’t contaminate it. Read more about our aluminium car body repairs.

Manufacturer repair methods

European makers publish detailed repair methods for each model. They set out which parts can be repaired, which must be replaced and how each joint is made. We plan every repair from these methods, and the plan is reflected in your written quote.

Genuine parts

We quote genuine parts where the repair calls for them and list every part on your written quote. Which parts your insurer pays for depends on your policy. Our guide to genuine parts for European cars explains your options.

Driver-assist systems

Most recent European cars use cameras and radar for features like emergency braking, lane keeping, parking sensors and adaptive cruise control. After the repair, these are checked and calibrated where the manufacturer requires it, and any calibration is listed on your quote.

Paint that matches

European paint colours often use metallic and pearl effects. We colour-match and blend into the panels next to the repair, so the finish matches the rest of the car.

Electric and plug-in hybrid cars

Before any body or paint work starts, the high-voltage system is made safe, following the manufacturer’s procedure. We’re authorised by Tesla to buy genuine Tesla parts and repair to Tesla’s methods. See EV and Tesla smash repairs.