Paint Matching and Auto Painting in Santa Ana - Insurance Claims Handled, Lifetime Warranty
Magic Auto Center matches paint with a spectrophotometer and sprays in a downdraft booth, so repaired panels match the rest of the car. Paint touch-ups usually take 1-2 business days. Paint work is covered by our written lifetime warranty for as long as you own the vehicle.
- Typical time
- set in your estimate
- Deductible help
- up to $1,000*
- Warranty
- lifetime*
* Minor repairs such as bumpers and small dents usually take 1-2 business days; structural repairs usually take 3-7, depending on insurer approval and parts. Deductible help of up to $1,000 applies to qualifying insurance repairs. The written lifetime warranty covers body and paint work for as long as you own the vehicle.
What the repair includes
- Computerized color matching to your factory paint code and actual faded color
- Single panel refinishing with blending into adjacent panels
- Three-stage and metallic finishes
- Full repaints after collision repair
How it works with insurance
California law (Insurance Code 758.5) lets you choose your own repair shop. Your insurer can suggest one, but it cannot require it or cut the claim because you picked another.
Insurance and deductible details- We send the estimate and photos to your adjuster and handle supplements for hidden damage.
- On qualifying insurance repairs we help with the deductible, up to $1,000.
- We arrange a rental car through Enterprise and Hertz and help with towing if the car cannot be driven.
Before and after
Real repairs from our Santa Ana shop.
What customers say
Reviews posted on Google.
The guys fixed and repainted the front bumper with some body touchups in almost a single day. top notch service
The paint job they did on my Mazda was seamless! They did the job in a few days and called me when it was done. These guys were on top of it, great work.
I had a great experience with this body shop! They repaired my car quickly and right on schedule after my accident, and handled all the communication with the insurance company so I didn't have to stress about anything. They also provided me with a rental car - and even delivered it to me, which was incredibly convenient. I'm very happy with the service and highly recommend them to anyone!
From photo to finished repair
- 01
Send photos
Upload a few photos of the damage, your vehicle and a phone number. No policy number or VIN needed at this step.
- 02
Get an estimate
We review the photos, call or text you with a preliminary estimate and book a drop-off time.
- 03
We deal with the insurer
We send the estimate to your adjuster, document hidden damage and get the repair approved.
- 04
Repair and paint
Body, structural and paint work is done in our Santa Ana shop. We keep you updated along the way.
- 05
Pick up with a warranty
You get the car back with a written lifetime warranty on body and paint work.
Questions and answers
Will the new paint match the rest of my car?
Yes. We measure the actual color of your car, mix the paint to match and blend into neighboring panels so the transition is not visible.
How long does the paint warranty last?
Paint work comes with a written lifetime warranty for as long as you own the vehicle.
Can I choose this shop if my insurance recommends another one?
Yes. California Insurance Code 758.5 gives you the right to choose any repair shop. The insurer cannot require its own shop or reduce your claim because you chose us.
Do you help with the deductible?
On qualifying insurance repairs we help with the deductible, up to $1,000. Send photos or call and we will tell you whether your repair qualifies.
What warranty do I get?
A written lifetime warranty on body and paint work, valid for as long as you own the vehicle.
Can I get a rental car?
Yes. We arrange a rental through Enterprise and Hertz, with pickup or drop-off at the shop. Whether the insurer pays for it depends on your policy.
Related repairs
Insurance we work with
Photo estimate in 3 steps
Photos, vehicle, phone. We reply during business hours, usually within 1-2 hours.
- Free and no obligation
- Works for insurance claims and for paying yourself
- The final estimate is confirmed after we see the car