Alloy wheels and bodywork put right

What bodywork and wheel work do you do?

• Alloy wheel refurbishment, for wheels that are kerbed or corroded.
• Dent repair, for minor dents in body panels.
• Scratch repair, for minor scratches in the paintwork.

If the damage is more than minor, tell us what happened and we will say whether it is work we can take on.

How do I get a quote?

1. Send the enquiry form with your registration and choose Bodywork or alloy wheels.
2. In the message, say which wheels or panels are damaged and what the damage looks like.
3. We reply during opening hours. Photos help us quote, and we will tell you how to send them.

The price is agreed with you before any work starts, so there is no surprise invoice.

What will the finished repair look like?

That depends on the damage, the wheel and the panel. Before you decide, we explain what the repair can achieve on your car. If we find anything else while the car is with us, we show you, with photos, and nothing extra is done without your written approval.

Should I check my alignment after kerbing a wheel?

A kerb strike hard enough to mark a wheel can also knock the alignment out. If the car pulls, or the steering wheel sits off-centre since the knock, ask about a wheel alignment check at the same time.

I drive a private hire vehicle. Should I have my wheels refurbished before my TfL inspection?

Check TfL’s standard before you book any wheel work. TfL’s Taxi and Private Hire Vehicle Licensing Inspection Manual lists a wheel rim that “shows evidence of a repair” as a reason for refusing a vehicle. Read the wheels section of the manual, or ask TfL, before you decide.

We do not offer wheel refurbishment as preparation for the TfL inspection. To get the car ready for the inspection, see our PCO pre-inspection check.

Can I wait while the work is done?

Ask when you book whether your job can be done while you wait. The centre has three customer waiting areas, a co-working space, a multi-faith prayer room and a quiet room. If you need a courtesy car or collection, ask when you book.

Can I have the car cleaned at the same time?

Yes. Ask for a deep valet when you book, and the car comes back clean as well as repaired.