Lamborghini GallardoFront-end collision
Auto body repair in Van Nuys
Paintless Dent Repair
Paintless dent repair depends on paint condition, access, dent depth, location, and stretched metal. Send photos or request an in-person inspection.
Some dents with intact paint may qualify for paintless dent repair. Eligibility depends on the dent's location, depth, access, paint condition, and whether the metal has stretched.
Estimate scope
What the inspection reviews
Door dings & creases
Small dents massaged back flush from behind the panel.
Hail damage
Panel-by-panel PDR across the whole car.
No repaint
The factory finish — and your car's value — stays intact.
No refinish stage
Skipping filler, primer and booth time is what makes PDR the shorter repair.
Before you approve work
What the written estimate should explain
Eligibility
The estimate should state whether the dent appears suitable for PDR and why.
Access and paint
Ask whether the technician can reach the damage and whether the existing finish is intact.
Alternative plan
If PDR is not suitable, the estimate should explain the conventional repair option.
What happens next
Start with a call or an estimate request with photos.
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Call or send photos
Tell us what happened and send pictures of the damage to request a preliminary written estimate. Confirm response timing with the shop.
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Review insurance information
Bring the available claim information and ask the shop and insurer to explain the estimate and next steps before repairs begin.
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We repair
The repair plan follows the damage found during inspection, and we explain any additional work before moving forward.
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You drive
Review the completed repair with the shop at pickup and ask any final questions before you leave.
Our work
Drag it yourself
Every photo on this page was taken in our shop — the same car, before and after. Drag the handle and judge the repair yourself.
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Questions
Common questions
What dents can be fixed with PDR?
Some door dings, small creases, and hail damage with intact paint may qualify. An inspection should confirm access, paint condition, location, and stretched metal.
Does PDR damage the paint?
No — that's the point. The metal is worked from behind, and the factory finish is never broken.
Is PDR cheaper than conventional dent repair?
It can be because it may avoid refinishing, but pricing depends on access, dent count, depth, and location. Request an assessment.
Reviews
Van Nuys drivers on F1 Collision
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★★★★★
…My car is metallic white, which is a very difficult color to match perfectly — but they absolutely nailed it. The paint match is flawless. It looks completely natural, and you would never be able to tell the car had any damage or repaint done. The finish blends perfectly with the original factory paint. They were extremely professional, very fair with pricing, and most importantly — on time. Everything was completed exactly when they promised. The entire team was friendly, honest, and great to work with. From quality to communication to timing, I'm 100% satisfied. I highly recommend F1 Collision to anyone who wants their car repaired the right way.
★★★★★
Ryan is very helpful, he handled my claim professionally, I was expecting to get my car back in 1 month but he got it done a little more than 2 weeks. Strongly recommend bodyshop. Thank you Ryan!
★★★★★
Rayan was a great help from start to finish. Brought in my BMW 330i with major damages to the front bumper and front rim. He gave me a great a price for the entire job. He also completed the entire project in less than a week. I would highly recommend him to anyone and everyone. Thank you again Rayan for the amazing work.
Damaged car? Start with a photo.
Upload photos of the damage and request a preliminary estimate and next steps. Prefer to talk? Call the shop during business hours.