Accident & Body Repairs in Tyne and Wear

Accident & Body Repairs from our Hebburn workshop

Accident damage is rarely just what you can see. A crumpled wing can hide a bent bracket, a bumper can cover cracked sensor mounts, and a hard knock can pull a wheel out of line. At Banks of the Tyne Motor Co we repair the whole job: the visible bodywork, the structure behind it and the mechanical parts that were affected.

Our coachworks and bodyshop in Hebburn handles accident repairs, insurance repairs, dent removal, scratch and bumper repairs, panel replacement, welding and structural work, chassis repairs, rust and corrosion repairs and full vehicle restoration, for drivers across Tyne and Wear. Because we are a one-stop motor centre, mechanical work, recovery and even your MOT can be taken care of under the same roof.

What we cover

• Accident repairs
• Insurance repairs
• Bodywork repairs
• Dent removal
• Scratch repairs
• Bumper repairs
• Panel repairs and replacement
• Welding and structural repairs
• Chassis repairs
• Rust and corrosion repairs
• Vehicle restoration

Specific services

Accident repairs

Accident repairs restore a collision-damaged vehicle to a safe, good-looking condition. We inspect for hidden damage, agree the work with you, then repair or replace what is needed, from outer panels to the parts behind them. Sensors, lights and trim that were disturbed are refitted and checked before handover.

Insurance repairs

Insurance repairs are accident repairs paid for through your policy. We can help you understand what is being asked of the workshop, supply the information an insurer typically needs and carry out the repair to a proper standard. Speak to us about your claim before you decide where the car goes.

Bodywork repairs

Bodywork repairs cover everything from creased wings to damaged doors, sills and bonnets. We assess whether a panel can be reshaped or needs replacing, repair it, then prime and paint it so the finish blends with the rest of the car.

Dent removal

Dent removal restores panels that have been knocked, dinged or creased. Where the paint is intact and the metal has not stretched too far, a dent can often be worked out without a respray; deeper creases may need filler and paint. We will tell you which applies after looking at it.

Scratch repairs

Scratch repairs depend on depth. A light scratch in the lacquer can be polished out, whereas one that has gone through to the primer or metal needs filling, priming and painting to stop moisture getting in. We repair single scratches and larger scuffed areas.

Bumper repairs

Bumper repairs deal with cracks, splits, scuffed corners and broken fixing tabs. Many bumpers can be repaired and repainted rather than replaced. Where parking sensors or cameras sit in the bumper we make sure they are refitted and working afterwards.

Panel repairs and replacement

Panel repairs and replacement tackle damage that goes beyond a simple dent. A panel may be repaired and refinished, or cut out and replaced when the metal is badly kinked or corroded. New panels are fitted, aligned for even gaps and painted to match.

Welding and structural repairs

Welding and structural repairs restore strength to areas such as sills, wheel arches, floor sections and mounting points. Safe, sound welding matters here because these areas affect how the car behaves in a future impact as well as whether it passes an MOT.

Chassis repairs

Chassis repairs address damage to the load-bearing frame or underbody, often found after a heavy impact or from long-term corrosion. We inspect the structure, check for misalignment and repair the damage so the vehicle tracks properly and sits correctly.

Rust and corrosion repairs

Rust and corrosion repairs stop decay spreading. Surface rust can be treated and refinished, while holes in arches, sills or floors need cutting out and welding in new metal. Tackling it early costs less effort than letting it spread through the panel.

Vehicle restoration

Vehicle restoration brings an older or tired vehicle back to a high standard, combining panel repair, rust treatment, welding and refinishing. Restorations are bespoke, so we start with an inspection and agree the scope with you before work begins.