- Engine Repair
- Exhaust System RepairAt Gene Townsend Auto Body and Paint, we stake our reputation on each and every auto body service we perform. That's why we use state-of-the-art frame measuring systems, computerized color matching, wheel alignment measuring tests, and other tools to achieve highly accurate auto body repairs, restorations, painting, and modifications. Experienced, knowledgeable, and I-CAR certified, we are able to provide superior auto body services that include glass and windshield replacements, plastic/dash repairs, upholstery repairs, exhaust system repairs, tire/wheel repairs, and mechanical repairs. We work with all makes and models of foreign and domestic vehicles, and are known for providing fair prices, honest advice, and outstanding customer service. Call us today to learn more.
- Axle Repair
- Suspension Service/Repair
- Steering Service/Repair
- Air Conditioning Service/Repair
- Tire RepairAt Gene Townsend Auto Body and Paint, we are committed to delivering Lemon Grove's best auto body and paint services. We offer our residential and commercial clients in Lemon Grove flawless auto body workmanship, quality auto body parts and paints, reasonable prices, and above-and-beyond customer service. In business since 1959, we have decades of experience and are able to provide quality auto body and paint services for cars of all makes and models, both foreign and domestic. We are certified by Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) and receive training from Spies Hecker and other leading manufacturers. As such, we can be trusted for a wide range of auto body services in Lemon Grove, including collision repairs, frame realignments, fiberglass repairs, bumper repairs, commercial auto body repairs, vehicle paint services, vehicle restorations, windshield replacements, upholstery repairs, wheel and tire repairs, mechanical repairs, and custom car modifications.
- Wheel AlignmentWith an average of 10 to 15 years of hands-on experience, our technicians deliver some of the most reliable auto body services in San Diego. They are I-CAR certified and skilled at using the latest auto body repair techniques and tools. For example, they rely on a laser-based, electronic measuring frame system from Velocity for structural diagnosis of both unibody and full-frame vehicles, which ensures they can detect and correct even the slightest of frame misalignments. They also use computerized color matching technology, wheel alignment systems, and other advanced equipment to achieve flawless, factory-grade results the first time, every time. To ensure that every auto body repair meets our high expectations, our founder and renowned car restoration expert Gene Townsend or his son will carefully inspect all repairs and perform a safety check before allowing a car to be returned to its owner.
- Tire Service
- Tire Balancing
- Brake Service
- Brake RepairWith free estimates, reasonable rates, bumper-to-bumper vehicle inspections, and flawless workmanship, we are your best choice for collision repair in San Diego. We have more than 50 years of collision repair experience and extensive training from I-CAR, making us experts at repairing minor and major collision damage, no matter the vehicle make or model. We excel at frame realignments, glass replacements, parts replacements, painting, ding repairs, dent repairs, mechanical repairs, wheel repairs, brake repairs, and more. So, call us today for all your collision repair needs in San Diego. We meet the highest of industry standards, and are approved for direct collision repair by most major insurance companies.
- Dent RepairBefore and After Dent Repair Gene Townsend Auto Body replaced the left quarter panel on this vehicle in El Cajon, CA. We cut off the damaged panel and welded on a brand new one with just 10 days in our shop.
- Body/Collision RepairCadillac Escalade Collision Repair Gene Townsend Auto Body repaired the damage on this Cadillac Escalade. The repair included replacing the vehicle's front bumper and hood.
- Frame RepairAuto Collision Repair This vehicle received 6 hours of frame work from Gene Townsend Auto Body in El Cajon, CA. The auto body repair included replacing the hood, left fender, left head lamp, and left mirror. In 12 days the vehicle was fully repaired and returned to its satisfied owner.
- Body PaintingWith over 50 years of comprehensive auto body experience, I-CAR certification and training, and excellent ratings on Yelp, Gene Townsend Auto Body and Paint is San Diego County's best choice for automotive paint services. We have a tremendous amount of industry knowledge and excel at every step of auto body painting, including substrate preparation, rust correction, color matching, masking, priming, sanding, spraying, drying, curing, polishing, and finishing. Performed by our team of dedicated and highly skilled technicians, our car paint services take advantage of the industry's best practices, from using computerized color matching to low-pressure spray guns for even applications, flawless finishes, and lasting results. Additionally, we go above and beyond to ensure complete client satisfaction and offer our painting services at highly competitive rates.
- Glass Repair/ReplacementOur company was founded in 1959 by Gene Townsend, a respected Corvette restoration specialist who is known for his custom auto body work, initially performed under the name Gene's Corvette Specialties. Excelling in everything from custom painting to fiberglass repair and by having a keen eye for detail, his classic car customizations and restorations have received top awards from La Jolla Concours d'Elegance and other world-class car shows.
- Headlight RestorationWe offer a variety of headlight services, so you can rely on us if you are not happy with the output of your stock headlights or if you have a custom lighting project in mind. We do all types of headlight conversions (both HID and LED) and can install any headlight bulbs you select. However, our major suppliers of LED conversion kits are Hikari and Akarui (Japan). If your headlight plastic is not transparent anymore and you wish to make your lenses transparent again, we will be glad to help. We partner with 3M and Sylvania Automotive and use only genuine quality products for headlight restoration. Also, our headlight tuning team will gladly retrofit your headlights or install aftermarket halos in your headlights. Besides, we can install and align all kinds of aftermarket headlights for you.
- Scratch RepairIn business since 1959, we have the expertise necessary to achieve superior results with all of our auto body services. We work on vehicles of all makes and models, and offer those in Lemon Grove competitively priced and comprehensive auto body services, including bumper repairs, frame repairs, vehicle paint services, and parts replacement services for grills, hoods, windshields, doors, glass, sidings, trunk lids, mirrors, bumpers, tailgates, fiberglass parts, and other auto body parts. These repairs are performed and/or supervised by I-CAR certified technicians with years of experience. Once these repairs are complete, our owner personally surveys each vehicle, ensuring that our auto body and paint services comply with the highest of standards for quality, performance, and safety. So give us a call today for all of your auto body service needs in Lemon Grove, from minor paint scratch repairs to major collision damage repair and comprehensive car restorations.
- Car Detailing
- Lighting Services
- Electrical Service/Repair
- General RepairsCalifornia insurance laws give you the right to work with any collision repair facility of your choosing. So, if you are need of collision repair, why not choose one of the best collision and auto repair shops in San Diego County? At Gene Townsend Auto Body and Paint, our team is very professional and will be happy to answer your questions, coordinate with your insurance carrier, provide towing referrals, shuttle you to and from your home or workplace, and more. We have decades of experience, are I-CAR certified, and offer our Lemon Grove customers comprehensive collision repair services. We use high-quality parts and follow the industry's best repair techniques for frames, glass, bumpers, axles, engines, upholstery, shocks, suspensions, and more. Plus, our Lemon Grove customers can rest assured knowing that we always perform a multi-point inspection prior to releasing vehicles, ensuring the complete safety and driveability of their vehicle. Together with our fair prices, warranties, convenient vehicle pick-up and delivery service, and complimentary car washes, we offer Lemon Grove's best value in collision repairs. Call today.
- Towing ServiceContact licensed, insured, and bonded Gene Townsend Auto Body and Paint today at 1-619-442-8807 for all your auto body and paint needs in Alpine. Estimates are complimentary and we offer convenient shuttle services, car rental assistance, towing assistance, multi-point safety inspections, a streamlined insurance coordination process, and more. For our efforts, we maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and rave reviews on Yelp.
- Car Wash