[REF: S-00] · Capability index
What we repair, refinish and fit
One workshop for the whole job — the damage, the paint, the glass and the paperwork. Free quotes on every service listed here.
[REF: R-01] · Repair
Structural & panel repair
From a car park scrape to a full insurance collision repair — panels straightened, plastic repaired and steel protected before any paint goes on.
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Panel beating & collision repair
Dents, creases and collision damage straightened back to shape on the panel jig, with panel gaps lined up before refinishing.
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Insurance & private crash repair
We work from your insurer's assessment or your own budget — you get the same standard of repair either way.
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WOF & rust repairs
Structural rust cut out and new steel welded in to get you through a warrant, finished so it doesn't come straight back.
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Plastic & bumper repairs
Cracked bumpers, grilles and trim repaired rather than replaced where the plastic allows it — often cheaper than a new part.
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Rust proofing & underbody seal
Underbody and cavity protection for vehicles that live near the coast or tow the boat — the Taranaki salt is honest about it.
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Car water leaks
Wet carpets and mystery drips traced to the actual source — seams, seals, glass or drains — then sealed properly.
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Small sandblasting jobs
Localised blasting to get back to bare steel before repair and paint, on panels, components and small parts.
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Painting & refinishing
Full panels or blended into the neighbouring panels, colour matched to your vehicle's code and checked under daylight.
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Buffing & paint correction
Oxidised, swirled or hazed paint cut back and polished to bring the depth and gloss back without a repaint.
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Spot repairs
One scuff or stone chip dealt with on its own — a small, tidy repair instead of a full panel respray.
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Panel beating body work
Hand work with hammer and dolly where it gets a better result than filler, so the panel stays true under the paint.
[REF: X-03] · Recovery
Warrant, glass & the extras
The jobs around the repair — glass, accessories, WINZ quotes and a courtesy car so your week doesn't stop.
Quote this service- 01
Windscreen & glass replacement
Windscreen and side glass replaced and sealed properly, with the trim and water paths checked before it goes back out.
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Car accessory fitting
Tow bars, roof racks, protectors and trim fitted cleanly — no self-tappers through your paint.
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WINZ quotes
Written quotes for Work and Income vehicle repair assistance, set out clearly for the case manager.
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Courtesy car
A courtesy car is available on qualifying jobs while yours is in the workshop. Conditions apply — ask when you book.
[REF: I-04] · The incident protocol
Had a prang? Here's the order to do things in.
Insurance, private or WINZ — the repair starts the same way. Lodge the claim, nominate the workshop, and we take it from the assessment through to the keys going back in your hand.
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Tell your insurer
Lodge the claim and let them know Jimmys Auto Bodies in New Plymouth is doing the repair. Bring the claim number with you.
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We assess & quote
We inspect the damage, work with the assessor, and quote the repair — insurance, private or WINZ.
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Repair & hand back
Panels straightened, paint matched, glass and trim refitted. Ask about a courtesy car while yours is with us.
Courtesy car available on qualifying jobs — conditions apply
[REF: C-08] · Next step
Send us the damage.
Get a free quote.
A few photos and your vehicle details are enough to get started. Tell us if it's an insurance claim, a private job or a WINZ quote and we'll take it from there.
06 753 2838 · New Plymouth