Professional body repairs, paintwork, dent repairs, scratches, bumper repairs, MOT welding and restoration work from an experienced local bodyshop in St Leonards & Hastings.

Bodyshop Services

From everyday dents and scratches to larger body repairs, paintwork and restoration projects, Assured Autobodies provides careful, experienced vehicle repairs from start to finish.

Dent and scuff damage to a car rear quarter panel before body repair
Dent and scuff damage to a car rear quarter panel before body repair

Vehicle Body Repair

For dents, damaged panels, bumper damage and general bodywork repairs.

Minor scratches and scuffs on a yellow car bumper before repair
Minor scratches and scuffs on a yellow car bumper before cosmetic repair

Minor Dents & Scratches

Ideal for light damage, car park dents, scuffs and everyday marks.

Heavily scuffed front bumper before repair and refinishing
Heavily scuffed front bumper before professional repair and refinishing

Bumper Repairs

Repairing scraped, cracked or damaged bumpers wherever possible.

Vehicle masked and prepared for paint repair and respraying
Vehicle masked and prepared for paint repair and respraying

Paint Repair & Resprays

Colour-matched paint repairs, panel painting and full respray work.

Grey car undergoing a vehicle bodywork damage assessment
Grey car being inspected for a vehicle body repair estimate

Insurance Estimates

Repair assessments and guidance where insurance estimates are required.

Severe corrosion on a vehicle panel before welding repair
Severe corrosion on a vehicle panel before MOT welding repair

MOT Welding

Welding repairs for MOT failure points and structural corrosion issues.

Scuff damage on a rear bumper before lease return repair
Scuff damage on a rear bumper before lease car return repair

Lease Car Return Repairs

Repairs to scratches, scuffs, dents and bumper damage before vehicle handback.

Classic camper with its front panel repaired during restoration work
Classic camper with its front panel repaired during restoration work

Restoration Work

Paintwork, panel repairs and restoration projects for older and classic vehicles.

Recent Work

How it works at Assured Autobodies

1

SEND PHOTOS

SEND PHOTOS

Customers send photos of the damage or bring the vehicle in

2

RECEIVE ESTIMATE

RECEIVE ESTIMATE

Gary reviews the damage and explains the repair options

3

BOOK REPAIR

BOOK REPAIR

A suitable repair date is arranged

4

COLLECT VEHICLE

COLLECT VEHICLE

Vehicle is repaired properly and ready to return to the road

Why choose us?

  • Many years of hands-on experience
  • Work carried out carefully by Gary
  • Proper preparation before paintwork
  • Colour matching and quality finish
  • Honest advice
  • Local, independent bodyshop
  • Repairs done properly rather than quickly covered up

Why choose Assured Autobodies?

  • Many years of hands-on experience
  • Work carried out carefully by Gary
  • Proper preparation before paintwork
  • Colour matching and quality finish
  • Honest advice
  • Local, independent bodyshop
  • Repairs done properly rather than quickly covered up

Read what our clients say…

Read what our clients say about us…

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Istvan Biro-Kelemen
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He gave me better price then anybody else I searched on google. I suggest to either call him or visit him to book an appointment. He done it quicker then I thought and done great job. I can't even see the difference eventhough it's not easy to work with white colour. Thank you for your work! Even my daughter appreciated your kindness! :)
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Stephen Lloyd
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Thank you Gary, the welding on my sills was first class , can’t see the repair, well done
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modcat wilson
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Have used Assured Auto Bodies on 3 occasions, each time I found the work to carried out quickly and to a very high standard, with excellent preparation and superb colour matching and finish. Exceeded my expectations. Would highly recommend.
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chris mersom
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Gary is a magician! Pure and simple! Can't thank him enough for such an excellent job on my mota🥰
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Liviu Stelian Botanoiu
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I have used Assured Auto Bodies several times for many years. Tried a few others however, either the quality is bad and the price is cheap or the price is too high and the quality is not reflected by this. I am a return customer due to the great quality of work and moderate prices.
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Richard Hart
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I am extremely happy with the great job Gary done on fixing my VW up bumper. Would highly recommend him. 💯 Christine
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Nick Chester
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Perfect repair and paint finish I would highly recommend 👍
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Sarah Mccoll
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Great service. Great job and very happy with result on my car
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Colin Cumber
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Gary did a truly remarkable job, collected the car the same day looking like new. I will recommend his work to all my friends and family. Thanks again Gary.

FAQs

Yes – bumper corner repairs are one of our main services. Whether your corner is cracked, scuffed or dented, we can repair it quickly and affordably. We offer bumper repairs across St Leonards, Hastings and surrounding areas.

In most cases, yes. We use a combination of techniques to restore the panel, depending on the location and severity of the dent. Gary will always recommend the most cost-effective method.

Prices depend on the size and depth of the damage, but most private repairs are far more affordable than insurance or dealership quotes. Contact Gary for a quick, no-obligation estimate.

For many small dents, scratches and bumper scuffs, we can complete the repair same day depending on workload. Larger accident damage may require additional time.

Yes. All repairs carried out by Assured Autobodies come with a workmanship guarantee for peace of mind.

We mainly specialise in private, non-insurance work because it’s quicker and often cheaper for the customer. If you’re unsure which route to take, Gary can advise.

Absolutely. We can restore both surface and deep scratches, blending the repaired area into the surrounding paintwork for a factory-style finish.

Yes. We use high-quality materials and colour-matching processes to achieve a seamless finish. Matching is especially important for bumper and panel repairs in Hastings and St Leonards, where vehicles face regular beach-side weathering.

Yes – minor accident damage, scraped panels, cracked bumpers and dented wings can be repaired quickly without the long waits often seen at bigger repair centres.

Yes. We regularly help customers tidy up bumper scuffs, dents and scratches before returning a lease car, saving them money on potential penalty charges.

You can call Gary, email photos of the damage, or complete the enquiry form on the contact page. For the most accurate quote, clear images are helpful.

Yes, we regularly work with customers from Bexhill, Ore, Hollington, Silverhill and the wider East Sussex area.

Need A Bodywork Estimate?

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Alternatively you can get in touch to arrange a visit to the workshop.

Alternatively you can get in touch to arrange a visit to the workshop.

FAQs

Yes – bumper corner repairs are one of our main services. Whether your corner is cracked, scuffed or dented, we can repair it quickly and affordably. We offer bumper repairs across St Leonards, Hastings and surrounding areas.

In most cases, yes. We use a combination of techniques to restore the panel, depending on the location and severity of the dent. Gary will always recommend the most cost-effective method.

Prices depend on the size and depth of the damage, but most private repairs are far more affordable than insurance or dealership quotes. Contact Gary for a quick, no-obligation estimate.

For many small dents, scratches and bumper scuffs, we can complete the repair same day depending on workload. Larger accident damage may require additional time.

Yes. All repairs carried out by Assured Autobodies come with a workmanship guarantee for peace of mind.

We mainly specialise in private, non-insurance work because it’s quicker and often cheaper for the customer. If you’re unsure which route to take, Gary can advise.

Absolutely. We can restore both surface and deep scratches, blending the repaired area into the surrounding paintwork for a factory-style finish.

Yes. We use high-quality materials and colour-matching processes to achieve a seamless finish. Matching is especially important for bumper and panel repairs in Hastings and St Leonards, where vehicles face regular beach-side weathering.

Yes – minor accident damage, scraped panels, cracked bumpers and dented wings can be repaired quickly without the long waits often seen at bigger repair centres.

Yes. We regularly help customers tidy up bumper scuffs, dents and scratches before returning a lease car, saving them money on potential penalty charges.

You can call Gary, email photos of the damage, or complete the enquiry form on the contact page. For the most accurate quote, clear images are helpful.

Yes, we regularly work with customers from Bexhill, Ore, Hollington, Silverhill and the wider East Sussex area.