02392 348 680
Havant · Portsmouth · Hampshire

Local Car Body
Repairs Done Properly.

Family-run since 2002. 9.8/10 on Checkatrade across hundreds of reviews. The body shop dealerships in the area trust — and the one your neighbours keep recommending.

9.8 / 10 Checkatrade 20+ Years Trading All Insurers Accepted
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20+ years, family-run
Trading since 2002. Same family, same workshop, same standards.
9.8 / 10 across 1,000+ reviews
Verified on Checkatrade, Facebook, Google. We let the work do the talking.
Done properly, first time
Not the cheapest in the area — but the one dealerships trust.
Insurance work welcome
We handle the insurer for you. Fault or non-fault — pop down for advice.
What you actually want

You don't want a body shop.
You want your car back to normal.

The Worry

"Will they cut corners — and will I be able to tell?"

Half-decent bodywork is one thing. A finish that genuinely matches the rest of the panel — paint, blend, alignment — that's another. Most people only find out which kind they got three months later, when the paint starts looking off in sunlight.

Our Standard

Repairs that don't reveal themselves.

Cutting-edge spray booth. Industry-leading paint and lacquer systems. Technicians who've been doing this for two decades. We don't take short-cuts because the work has to look right in twelve months, not just twelve days.

How it works

Three steps. No faff.

1

Send us the details

Fill the quote form above (photos help). We assess and reply with a free, no-obligation quote — usually the same working day, Mon–Fri.

2

Pick a date

Happy with the quote? We'll book you in for the earliest date that works. Keep driving your car as normal until drop-off — no need to leave it with us early.

3

Drop off & collect

Most jobs are completed in 3–4 days. We'll text you the day before it's ready for collection. That's it.

Everything we do

One workshop. All the bodywork.

From a kerbed alloy to a full insurance rebuild — it's all done in-house by the same team.

Damage Repairs

From parking dents to multi-panel damage — swift service, competitive pricing, back on the road quickly.

Insurance Work

Fault or non-fault — we handle your insurer for you. All major UK insurers accepted.

Paint Correction

Bring your paintwork beyond factory standards. UV damage, swirls, flaking — all sorted.

Alloy Refurbishment

Standard refurb, diamond cut, repainting, colour changes — kerb damage gone.

Paint-Less Dent Removal

Got a dent without paint damage? Fast, low-cost, original paint preserved.

Glass, kits & more

Windshield replacements, body kit fitments, full resprays, restorations — we handle it all.

Verified reviews

1,000+ reviews. 9.8 / 10.

Across Checkatrade, Facebook, Google. The work — and the people doing it — is what gets the repeat business.

"There are not enough stars in the universe that can be awarded to Bodyguard — they were amazing from start to finish!"
Verified Checkatrade Review · December 2023
"Good price and great service from end to end. Booked in without fuss, work took exactly as long as estimated. Really helpful staff — a pleasure to deal with!"
Verified Checkatrade Review · September 2023
"I hope not to have anybody else drive into me — but should it happen, I know who to call. All-round excellent experience!"
Verified Checkatrade Review · July 2023
Common questions

Stuff people actually ask.

How long until you reply to my quote?

Usually the same working day (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm). We're a small family-run team — we read every form ourselves and reply with a real quote, not an automated estimate. Occasionally during busy weeks it might be the next working day.

How long will the actual repair take?

Most jobs are completed in 3–4 days, and 90%+ of retail jobs are returned within the same week. Your estimator will give you a specific turnaround time when you book.

Do you accept insurance work?

Yes — all major UK insurers. Fault or non-fault. We handle the insurer for you, so you don't have to chase. Pop down to see us if you want advice on a claim before going through your insurer.

Are you the cheapest in the area?

Honestly, no. We're not trying to be. We use industry-leading paint and lacquer systems, and our spray booth and process are set up for finishes that hold up long-term. We're competitively priced for the quality — but if cheapest is the priority, we're probably not the right fit.

Will the repaired area look obvious?

It shouldn't — that's the whole point. We blend paint into adjacent panels properly so the repair area matches the rest of the car in any light. If you can spot the repair afterwards, it wasn't done right.

Where are you located?

Unit 22, The Tanneries, Brockhampton Lane, Havant, PO9 1JB. Easy to get to from Portsmouth, Waterlooville, Emsworth, Fareham, Hayling Island, Cosham, Bedhampton — anywhere in the Havant/Portsmouth area.

Do you offer finance?

Yes — through ideal4finance. Tailored repayment terms, competitive APRs, transparent pricing. Mention it when we send your quote and we'll explain the options.

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