Buddy's Auto Body & Restoration
“I had gone to another shop first that tried to overcharge me, so I decided to get a second estimate from Buddy's, and I'm so happy I did.”
Best Collision Repair in Novato, CA
15 technicians listed · 8 in Novato · 1 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Thorsson's Auto Center
“Phil was extremely personable and professional on every level (as was Theresa), the workmanship was excellent and my schedule and needs were accommodated with understanding and grace.”
Milani's Autocraft
“They helped with my insurance claim and gave me a damage estimate during my first visit”
Viking Foreign Auto Parts
“Great guys with vast amounts of knowledge to keep your classic VDub on the road.”
Alfaman
“Jim is very helpful and friendly”
Carroceria Collision
“My brand new truck with only 700 miles on it was beautiful and expeditiously repaired by the Carroceria Collision team.”
Listed for drivers in and around Novato, CA, these 15 shops handle collision and accident repair. What each one says about insurer programs, certifications and rentals comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Novato, CA
Of the 15 technicians we list here, 8 are in Novato itself and 7 come from San Rafael (6, 7 mi) and San Anselmo (1, 8 mi). The technicians on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 861 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the technicians on this page are "price" and "communication". 1 is open around the clock; 3 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the technicians on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 1 offers emergency or roadside call-outs; 3 give free estimates and 3 are family- or locally-owned. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 13 of the technicians on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the technicians on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the technician before you visit.
Vintage Vehicles
“I thought I might need to replace both bearings, but he said one was great and the other had lots of life left in it.”
Down the Road Body Works
“He is a master of his craft.”
Classic Auto Craft
“Wonderful service very helpful and resourceful very respectful and a positive environment.”
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Whitman's Auto Body
“It was my first time at Whitman's, but if I have any work needed in the future I would definitely go back and recommend to friends”
Northgate Autobody Inc
“Great service, good advice on how to deal with insurance as I was hit by someone else.”
Anthony's Auto Craft
“I also know their work firsthand beyond my own vehicle — the company I work for regularly brings Ferraris to Anthony's for collision repairs, and they consistently go above and beyond.”
Luxe Collision
“Used Luxe for several repairs over the years and they always do a great job.”
Garren's Auto Body
“Great work as to be expected with ultimate satisfaction on final outcome ; honest and trustworthy attitude and communication towards customers, reasonable price on repair for car's model/ brand that explains why it is top rated auto shop.”
D and K Collision Repair Center
“When I called a few times for updates during the repair, someone always picked up right away and patiently answered my questions”
Why these companies made our list
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