The South East's premier bodyshop and repair specialists

Southside Accident Repair Centre

Your Premier Destination for Auto Repairs and More

At Southside Accident Repair Centre, we’re proud to be the go-to choice for all your auto repair needs in the South East. With a rich history of excellence and a relentless commitment to quality, we are your trusted partner on the road to automotive perfection. Southside is based in South East London, covering all of London and South Essex. We provide body shop work and accident and mechanical repairs. We are equipped with all the latest technology your modern-day cars require to keep them on the road, from computer diagnostics to state-of-the-art welding equipment for the latest Boron steels.

We are approved for all of the major insurance companies, are manufacturer-approved for Ford Collisions Network and pride ourselves in giving our customers the easiest route to getting them and their cars back on the road with as little upset to them and their lives as possible. Southside was one of the first body shops in the country to achieve BSI Kitemark accreditation; this gives our customers the piece of mind that their vehicle is in good hands and is being repaired by a team of fully trained technicians. We now offer aluminium repairs and complete alloy wheel services, including diamond cutting and wheel alignment.

Why Choose Southside Accident Repair Centre?

Our dedication to providing top-notch services is evident in every aspect of our business:

Award-Winning Excellence: In 2019, we were honoured with the prestigious Body shop Award, a testament to our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Body shop Excellence Finalist 2022:In 2022, we were recognised as a finalist for the Body shop Excellence award, underscoring our continued commitment to excellence.

Expertise and Technology: We’re not just any body shop; we’re your gateway to advanced automotive solutions. Our team is equipped with the latest technology, including cutting-edge computer diagnostics and state-of-the-art welding equipment for working with the most modern Boron steels.

Investment in Excellence: Our management has significantly invested in staff training, cutting-edge equipment, and advanced systems to ensure Southside can offer excellent vehicle repairs and an outstanding customer experience. We take pride in providing the very best.

BSI Kitemark Accreditation: Southside Accident Repair Centre was among the first body shops in the country to achieve BSI Kitemark accreditation. This mark of excellence guarantees that your vehicle is in the hands of fully trained technicians committed to precision and quality.

Insurance and Manufacturer Approval: We are proud to be approved by major insurance companies, ensuring a seamless experience when you need us most. As a Ford Collisions Network manufacturer-approved facility, we’re recognised for our dedication to quality repairs and safety.

Peace of Mind: Southside takes care of everything. When your accident is reported, we can deal directly with your insurance company or fleet manager. We will take away your damaged car and return it to you as if the accident had never happened, providing you with peace of mind.

Going the Extra Mile: We aim to impress our customers. Our vehicle turnover is fast, and our skilled technicians are dedicated to their work.

A Close-Knit Team: At Southside Accident Repair Centre, we’re not just a team; we’re a close, happy family of technicians and drivers who take the most incredible pride in everything we do. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and our passion for automotive excellence drives us forward.

Our Commitment to You

We understand the importance of your vehicle in your daily life, and that’s why we’re dedicated to getting you back on the road with the least disruption possible. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we strive to make the repair process as stress-free as possible. Experience the Southside Accident Repair Centre difference and see why we’re the South East’s leading body shop and repair specialists. Contact us today for all your auto repair needs.

Investment

Customer experience

The management have made major investments in staff training, equipment and systems to ensure that Southside has the means to offer excellent vehicle repairs and a great customer experience. Southside are a close, happy team of technicians and drivers we take the greatest pride in everything we do.

Peace of mind

Going the extra mile

Southside take care of everything. When your accident is reported to us we will deal direct with your insurance company or fleet manager on your behalf. We will take away your damaged car and we will return it to you just as if the accident had never happened. We go the extra mile to impress our customers and our vehicle turnover is fast and our skilled technicians are dedicated in their work.

Step-by-step of our repair process:

Step 1 – Make contact with Southside

Call 0208 317 1111 or contact us and we will book your repair at a date convenient to you.

Step 2 – Your vehicle arrives at Southside

You can drop your car off or we can pick it up, it’s entirely up to you. One of our friendly team will examine your car and answer any questions you may have.

Step 3 – Your repair begins

Once we have your vehicle we will perform an estimate and order any parts required. We will wait for the estimate to be authorised before the repair can begin, usually taking around 1 day. We will then contact you to let you know when we aim to complete the repairs.

Step 4 – Throughout your repair

Every repair is different but most vehicles go through the workshop in a similar way:

The area that needs to be repaired will be stripped down in the ‘strip’ area of the workshop
The repair work will be undertaken in the ‘panel’ area of the workshop
The vehicle is prepped for painting in our ‘paintshop’ and painted in our paint oven
The vehicle repair will then be finalised in our ‘rebuild’ area
The vehicle will be valeted in our valet bay
Quality check – finally the vehicle will be quality checked by our workshop manager and the repair will be complete.

We will keep you informed throughout the process, and you are welcome to call us any time with any questions.

Step 5 – Returning your vehicle

Once the repair is complete we will give you a call and arrange to get the vehicle back to you. You can come to collect it or we can deliver it to you, whichever is best for you.

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