We’ll get you back on the road.
Collision repair and paint in Palo Alto since 1955. Certified by Audi, Volkswagen, Volvo and Honda, and trusted with every other make that rolls through the gate.
BeforeAfterBack to the way it was before the accident.
That’s the whole job, and we’ve been doing it for over 70 years.
From a small scrape to major collision damage involving frame repair and replacement, nearly all of the work happens in house. Our painters mix Glasurit color on site and spray test panels until the match is right.
Drag the handle to compare two front-end repairs from our shop.
Everything a damaged car needs, under one roof.
Collision repair
Repairing or replacing damaged sheet metal, for all makes and models.
Frame and structural
One Celette dedicated rack and two Chief frame alignment racks.
Paint and color matching
Glasurit color, mixed here and checked on test panels before it goes on your car.
Suspension, alignment and tires
Hunter 4-wheel alignment, plus tire mounting and balancing.
Electrical and airbags
Electrical repair, airbags and related components, and resetting computer systems.
We know European cars. We welcome all of them.
We specialize in Porsche, Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and Volkswagen, and every car here gets the same treatment.
See certified repairHow your repair works
Being in an accident is stressful. Getting it fixed shouldn’t be.
Get an estimate
Stop by before 4:00pm or send photos through CarWise. We write every estimate fairly and honestly.
Start your claim
Paying through insurance? We work with all insurers and will gladly help with yours.
Plan the repair
Your VIN tells us exactly which parts to order, and we follow OEM repair procedures.
Repair the structure and body
Our technicians straighten, weld and replace, nearly all of it in house.
Match and paint
We mix your color, spray test panels and refinish until it blends.
Get your car back
Check your status online anytime. If you can’t pick up in person, we’ll work something out.
The choice of shop is yours.
California law gives you the right to choose who repairs your car. Your insurance company can suggest a shop, but it can’t make you use one.
We have a direct repair relationship with several insurers and work well with all of them.
What our customers say
“Pretty sure no one is thrilled when they need to go to a body shop, but Mathews Carlsen delivers a thrilling outcome.”
“I got my 2025 Volvo XC90 back flawless and the work impeccable.”
“I recommend this shop for classic Porsche repair, they know Porsche and do quality work.”
Find us on Faber Place
2480 Faber Place, Palo Alto, CA 94303
(650) 856-6200
| Office | Mon–Fri, 8:00am–4:30pm |
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| Estimates | Until 4:00pm, please call first |
| Weekends | Closed |