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Ballard Collision CARSTAR
1553 NW Leary Way, Seattle, WA 98107, United States
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Ballard Collision CARSTAR
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Co
Review №1

I was thoroughly impressed with Ballard CARSTAR. The staff were professional and very helpful, they provided updates appropriately, and managed the updates to my insurance company when my rental was needed longer than originally thought. Special shout out to Candace for being so knowledgeable about my Subaru!

Ne
Review №2

Brought in my car per Sate Farms recommendation. They did a decent job repairing the scratch. However, they rashed a [less than a month old] wheel and damaged a piece of trim. So far they have been slow to resolve fixing the wheel and are trying to disavow themselves from responsibility for the trim. A thorough inspection was done on intake [blemishes that I did not even know I had were pointed out] yet when the obvious damage on the trim at checkout was pointed out they say it was not their fault. Insurance claim pics also bear this out. Irresponsible! General follow up to resolve these issues has been painful. I would avoid using this facility.

Ed
Review №3

Needed a basic dent popped and respray on a rear hatch door. Went to pick it up and had paint runs and air bubbles. Other area was wet sanded but not cut and buffed. Had to wait another week to have it re done but still has paint blob at bottom edge. To be fair I’m sure it’s hard to find good help these days.

He
Review №4

They do a superior job than any other body shop Ive been to. Over the years Ive used them three times at two different locations with the same results. They actually do a very very thorough washing and cleaning of the exterior of your car( they do this by hand!)

St
Review №5

They were professional and timely. They gave me clear estimates on when my car would be ready, and they met those estimates. They gave my car back clean and looking great.

Ko
Review №6

Professional and great communication. Easy to work with during a stressful time. Thank you for working fast & doing such a good job!

Th
Review №7

This was the 5th time in 15 years we have had Ballard Carstar repair our cars and as usual they did a great job.

Ni
Review №8

Super nice, knowledgeable and professional people. And they did great work on the car. I didn’t know what to expect but I wasn’t expecting just how easy it was for me to do business with them. Graham was the best!

St
Review №9

Had the pleasure of working with Jay. The entire process was quick and painless, esp. considering how busy they were. Got my car back looking like new. Would definitely recommend them for repairs and, fingers crossed, would be back if I need future repairs!

Jo
Review №10

Very easy to deal with. Car was ready when they said it would be. Nice, professional staff.

Le
Review №11

They were doing an insurance repair. Super easy to work with. Very clear about communication. And fixed in a timely manner. Overall outstanding experience!

Re
Review №12

I needed a minor repair to one of the wheels on my car and Ballard Carstar was amazing as always! I was able to submit photos and get an estimate the same day. The repair itself was so quick and convenient! This is my third time coming to Carstar for repairs (from 3 separate accidents on my end- oops) and they always exceed my expectations in both the quality of service and kindness of employees! Hopefully I will not get in any more accidents, but if I do I will definitely come back here.

El
Review №13

Pleasantly surprised at how fast and painless this process was with Ballard Carstar! Nice folks, got the repairs done quickly, no issues at all. Thank you!

Th
Review №14

Fast, professional service. Vandals stole the catalytic converter from our Prius while it was parked in our driveway. CarStar had the vehicle turned around within one business day of receiving the car, and they took care of all the insurance paperwork. Hopefully I wont need this type of service again!

Da
Review №15

The idea of having my car fixed here inspired me to reach out to schedule an estimate. Sadly, I never heard back from them.

Ma
Review №16

Great service and communication. Would recommend!

Jo
Review №17

Dropped off my car for some minor body work. Carl looks great and they were very polite and thorough dropping off the car and picking it up. Made it super easy and convenient for me. Would recommend to others.

Sa
Review №18

These guys are awesome. Ive needed a couple of fixes and theyre always easy to work with and do a high quality job. Jay is great!

Br
Review №19

Graham and the team were fantastic to work with. Everyone was friendly and professional. They made it super easy for me to use my insurance (Geico) for the repair and my Enterprise rental was waiting when I dropped it off. I barely had to lift a finger during the whole experience. Best of all, my car looks fantastic. I wouldn’t hesitate to choose CarStar for any service need.

Le
Review №20

Had to take the car in the following day it was released. Nothing but cosmetic work done. Looked cute but it was just a bandaid.

Er
Review №21

Ryan was great! CARSTAR was super quick with my repairs and was very communicative with both my insurance agency and I. Highly recommend.

Na
Review №22

I’m not from this area, but when my car was hit, I had to find a place that was reliable. This business has lots of great reviews, so I chose them. I couldn’t be happier with the service and professionalism they have shown throughout the process of repairing the damage. I would 100% use them again and highly recommend them for auto body work should you need it.

jo
Review №23

Had a uHaul clip and completely obliterate my side view mirror. They did an awesome job and my truck was actually cleaner than I left it! Repairs were well done and completed in a timely manner

Ju
Review №24

Great experience! Graham was so helpful and informative! Thank you!

Da
Review №25

It was an insurance repair. Done quickly and we’ll. Kept me notified throughout. While I hope to never have another accident, would use again if I have to

Ta
Review №26

Communication was great with this place. The staff was friendly and Jay was patient and awesome.

Mi
Review №27

Not real great on communication but the work was absolutely solid. I had a bumper replaced and it took 6 days. Super easy to set up through insurance and reception, I would definitely go here again I would just spend more time talking about next steps with adjuster.

MJ
Review №28

My front end was a ruffed from a fender/bender. Enterprise & Geico recommended me to Carpro Ballard. Graham was my service writer for the Dana age of my 4Runner. He’s great to work with and very professional and super nice guy. My front end looks great back to its original status. Thank you to all the tech and others for the work you put in to my car. I really appreciate the work and cleaning inside of my car.

Am
Review №29

Like new result, OEM parts, quick, professional, responsive, convenient, pleasant — made a stressful situation much easier

Ca
Review №30

What do we all not love about being i a car accident!! The hassles. No hassles with Car Star. Car Star staff was caring, thoughtful, clear in describing what the process is and how they will communicate with you, me, in this case. I came as a frustrated person facing no car when I love my car for maybe 10 or more days. They have to inspect thoroughly for all kinds of damage which on visual inspection anyone might not see. While this means they may need the car longer this is important and necessary. I learned to enjoy walking and sometimes the bus!I was apprised of progress so I could understand what they were doing. I just came home in my beloved car and sat down to write this review right away. Thank you Ryan, and Car Star staff.

Ha
Review №31

They had amazing customer service and were very quick with helping me. My car ended up being totaled, but they made to communicate everything every step of the way. I would recommend this place to everyone!

de
Review №32

Great and quick service. Very friendly and informative.

Ja
Review №33

Ryan did an awesome job of keeping us informed and was able to get our car back in short time!

Ja
Review №34

Used my insurance claim to get my repairs done here. Graham was friendly, and addressed my concerns. Good service and would recommend them!!

Sa
Review №35

Ryan was very helpful, friendly and accommodating in getting our mirror replacement installed and painted in time for us to leave for our move. It was greatly appreciated with an unexpected event right before a cross-country trip.

Sy
Review №36

Got my car repaired here after a minor accident and received my car back a week ahead of time! Everyone was very nice as well

An
Review №37

Excellent work, courteous service. Very good at communicating with me about my car.

Ma
Review №38

Very professional with great communication. They completed the job a day earlier.

EF
Review №39

Called & asked for a simple paint estimate/quote of 2 spoiler brackets, and was told thats not what we do. Highly disappointed because that is exactly what a bodyshop does.

Br
Review №40

Chris was awesome! They did an amazing job fixing my Range Rover after a little fender bender it looks better than new. Would highly recommend them they’re very timely, courteous and do an awesome job! He even put one of my parking sensors back in for FREE ( a completely unrelated fix).

RO
Review №41

Used Ballard Collision as in Allstate preferred car repair shop communication was good they kept us informed of what was happening with our repair no problems receive the car back and were satisfied with their work !!!

El
Review №42

Ryan was so kind and helpful, and based solely on my interaction with him, I wouldn’t take my car elsewhere. They were reliable, communicated well, and had my car to me before the expected return date.

D
Review №43

I went to CARSTAR Ballard via Geico’s express service. I didn’t know what to expect and was not sure how things will turn out. However, I was pleasantly surprised by my experience. Terrence was kind and answered my questions with patience. He also kept me updated with the progress while working with Geico on the details. Even though the job took longer than expected, the it was completed beautifully. Thank you for making this process smooth for me, as getting car repaired was a stressful event.

Ro
Review №44

Great, timely service. Excellent communication and friendly staff. Id definitely use them again (though I hope I dont have to since theyre an auto body shop).

Mo
Review №45

I went in with a minor repair. Communication was the best Ive experienced with a body shop! They priced the repair fairly and had it done within a few hours. I will happily drive across town any time I need another repair for my car!

Ta
Review №46

Took care of everything after a collision accident. Professional, quick despite being a holiday season, and altered me to everything they were performing on my car. I would highly recommend using them again

Ja
Review №47

Timely, communicative, and they returned our car cleaner than we left it. Really happy with their work!

Ch
Review №48

The work was done perfectly - the car looks brand new. It was done quickly, with great service and kept me up to date at all times. Highly recommended!

Ha
Review №49

Took my car in as it had been damaged and they were super professional with the job. Great customer service and work was excellent. Only issue is that they book up quick so it took a while to get in, but that’s hardly their fault, coz they’re just that good!

An
Review №50

Took my car in after it was hit in a parking garage and it looks brand new now! Very happy with the work that was done!

Sa
Review №51

Great customer service. Very professional. Fixed my car timely; actually finished ahead of schedule. I would come back again if needed in the future. I highly recommend this place.

Ba
Review №52

Car star estimated the work might take a week but it was done the next day by 2:30. Ryan was thorough about keeping me informed about the progress by sms text.

Br
Review №53

I came here for a small bumper fix and gained a full detail exterior + interior! My car looks amazing and the team went above and beyond. Definitely recommend

Ad
Review №54

Our car was Vandalized, the window was broken, seats damaged, and the paint scratched.Jay has gone above and beyond: He kept us up to date with the pieces and the works timing. He was honest and asked for our permission to use a part that didnt exactly match the original because it is not manufactured anymore; he was accomodating with timing to bring and pick up the car and answer all our questions.The car was returned clean and better than expected since they repaired the whole front seat leather instead of just focusing on the cuts that the glass had done.Overall this is a professional shop with excellent customer service.Thank you!

Er
Review №55

Cat converter replacement went smooth and quickly

Sa
Review №56

Jay and the team were awesome. Got into a minor accident in my 2019 Toyota 4runner and had to have the bumper and fender replaced... it looks amazing. Professional, fast, and high quality.

Gr
Review №57

I sent my car to Carstar Ballard (for the 2nd time) after a hit-and-run. Service was prompt, they were extremely professional and transparent about what needed to be done and the cost. I will definitely use them again

Me
Review №58

Team was fast, professional and great COVID protocols. They set clear expectations, communicated well and did a great job on the vehicle. Would definitely go back :)

Ma
Review №59

Dropped it off falling apart. Picked it up not falling apart. 10/10

Jo
Review №60

3 weeks out to get an estimate? Really?

Sa
Review №61

A great place. Very responsible, professional and polite. I would Highly recommend them!

Vi
Review №62

Jay was amazing, we inspected my car and he said it will take him about a week to finish and in less than a week he called me telling I can come pick it up. The service was nice and they are very efficient especially during this time. Thank you!

Sa
Review №63

Awesome job fixing my car

ka
Review №64

It was fast, easy, and contactless. I got my car back with a great impression that everything is fixed and they cleaned may carpet and the car as well. Excellent service too ! Jay is an awesome communicator. I am super happy.

Da
Review №65

After damaging a wing mirror and fender, Carstar has made my vehicle look better than before!- Upfront estimate was accurate- Responded quickly and communicated well- Work on car looks perfect (to my untrained eye)- Detailed carA competitor had a cheaper quote, but the competitor had part #s from a different model, while Carstars were more accurate. I had more faith in Carstar.

Mi
Review №66

Excellent work. The car looks really good. Communication from Carstar was great. Time estimate worked out. Sent an email when car was ready. Whole process went very smoothly with minimal contact.

Ir
Review №67

Brought my little Subie Xtrek in for some bodywork. Very pleased with the results, they were fast and provided clear explanation of the work performed. Will definitely be recommending them.

Jo
Review №68

Experience was fantastic. Highly professional, amazing work, great liaison with insurance to keep it hassle free for me. Really thrilled and would absolutly use again.

An
Review №69

This shop is top notch. Their repairs on my damaged bumper was better than new. I couldnt recommend them enough. Thanks, Jay!

Je
Review №70

Great work, super helpful on the phone every time I called for any info. Made dealing with insurance and a repair extremely easy.

Ju
Review №71

They repaired the damage from a hit and run totally like new!

Ta
Review №72

I can not recommend Ballard Collision Carstar enough! They were not only very profesional and Friendly from start to finish but they communicated with me during every step of the process. I had an unfortunate accident that required major damage repair but I only had a short window of time, as I am leaving town and they made sure I had my truck back with amply time and it looked amazing. They also detailed it inside and out. Top notch staff and repair.Thank you!!!

Ti
Review №73

Graham was nice and very professional

M
Review №74

I have found them to be great!! Unfortunately, Ive had to visit more frequently than I wish but theyre very business-like, courteous and responsive. No body shop attitude or atmosphere. I highly recommend them.

Jo
Review №75

Car looks great! Got it done early and let me pick it up before the scheduled date.

Ma
Review №76

Ballard Collision handled my Safeco Insurance claim when my 2008 Honda Civic was declared a total loss. They were punctual, communicative and friendly. Even though I did not have to pay anything out of pocket, I was pleased with the service and edification they provided. When I have collision repair needs of my own in the future, I will think of Ballard Collision first.

Ka
Review №77

Everyone at CARSTAR I interacted with was so kind, accommodating and on top of it. They were so fast, efficient and did a great job. Will definitely return if I need to!

Ka
Review №78

Really nice people! They were very communicative and each of my visits were quick and easy.

Ja
Review №79

Great customer service!! The whole team was responsive and helpful. I especially loved the text updates. Their top notch team had my car completed a day early. Would come to them again no question.

La
Review №80

Great to work with. Very accommodating. Excellent work. Not only is the repair done professionally, but the car was fully cleaned and they even straightened out the front license plate. Should I need to, I’d go back in a second.

Sa
Review №81

I took my car to Carstar as they were the shop the insurance recommended. I knew nothing about them and I have to say I was extremely satisfied with the quality of service they provided. I had taken my car to a different shop before, one closer to my house and in comparison they were an embarrassment. I won’t mention their name because sometimes people drop the ball and they had positive reviews. I merely mention that experience to contrast with the superior quality of service I received with Carstar. They aced every part of the process that is important to me as a customer. It’s rare when one gets that level of satisfaction. We mostly expect our experiences to suffice, but they showed me what it’s like when a provider meets and exceeds every expectation. I will recommend them to anyone I know who might need their services and I will go to them from now on if I ever have a need for them again. Thanks for your impeccable work and service!

Ma
Review №82

I’ve had several occasions to use CarStar Ballard (which doesn’t mean good things about my driving luck) but they’ve been very timely and professional every time, and my car looks great still! They send a daily text to let me know their progress, and the jobs have all been completed on time. They’ve also accommodated my needs to drop off or pick up after hours, no problem. Highly recommend!

Ma
Review №83

Did good job. Cleaned car as well.

Jo
Review №84

I had an AMAZING experience thanks to Carstar and Jay the manager! From beginning to end, lots pf communication and above and beyond professionalism 🤩

Ni
Review №85

Great service, communicated via texts, and not only replaced my bumper but cleaned the interior of my car. I was very impressed with the service!

CL
Review №86

Im very happy with the professionalism and quality of work I received with Ballard Collision Carstar. They always kept me informed during the entire process. I have a Range Rover and I am very pleased with the end results. Thank you Ryan and the entire crew for your service and paying attention to detail.

Kr
Review №87

Super friendly and helped coordinate with insurance and rental car companies. Car is nicer coming out then it was before our fender bender

Cl
Review №88

Incredibly helpful and nice staff! They did great work and got my car back faster to me than originally expected. I was very impressed with the experience and their service.

Ly
Review №89

This place is awesome!! Not only did they handle my car with care, but they also provided me with updates on its status during repair. What made it even better was the fact that i got it 2 days earlier then expected just before the weekend! The associates Jay and Ryan are hands down the coolest members Ive met and offered the best customer service Ive ever seen hands down; a really great experience! Dont get me wrong, i enjoyed the time, but I hope that next time my car is there, its just to say hello haha. Really outstanding job and I cannot thank you guys enough. Also this is not a paid review... These guys are good at their jobs.. all shout out to the other crew members that assisted with the great job! Also Im not sure about negative reviews but I didnt experience any issues with these guys. Cant please everyone I suppose...

Ge
Review №90

Ryan was Excellent ! Work was great and on time! Went the extra mile. Highly recommended!

Ke
Review №91

Nobody wants to have to deal with a car accident in normal times--but I cannot say enough how truly impressed I was with the caliber of service I received from everyone at Carstar Ballard, especially with limited staffing during a pandemic. They turned what could have been a very stressful, drawn-out experience, into a smooth, well-organized, and a seamless transition from a busted car to good as new, handling everything from contactless drop off and pick up to my rental. Jay and the crew kept me updated throughout the process and clearly cared about the quality of their work. You truly couldnt put your car in better hands. Thanks, everyone!

Ch
Review №92

The people were nice but I’m not happy with the workmanship. A bit sloppy

Ro
Review №93

CarStar replaced a rear bumper on my 2013 Highlander. Work was performed well and quickly. Communication wasn’t great. I didn’t get a call as promised after dropping off my vehicle with an estimated time of completion so I had to call them for that. And they didn’t call the number we asked them to use when the vehicle was ready. But the quality of work was good and their ability to complete it quickly would be enough for me to recommend them and to use them again.

St
Review №94

They did a wonderful job. Worked with Jay and he was very friendly & helpful!

Re
Review №95

They were very efficient and they did an excellent job on my door trim panel.Thanks

El
Review №96

Ballard Collision CARSTAR did a beautiful job repairing my cars bumper. The people in the office are professional and polite and the damage to my car was repaired in record time. They cleaned the exterior and the car looked brand new. They are the best at what they do!

Ol
Review №97

Everyone was so kind - especially Kacey! Great communication and platform to keep me in the loop as my car was getting repaired. Would recommend to anyone!

Ro
Review №98

Chris and Casey were awesome. I was very pleased with Everything they did to make this a less stressful situation.

Mi
Review №99

Easy to deal with. Upfront about any problematic situations, staff were all courteous (even the guy who appeared to be having a rough day, polite and completely accommodating toward the customer), and knowledgeable. I recommend this shop to anyone in need. Due to certain factors on parts availability they were upfront on the phone when I made the appointment (front desk receptionist knew the parts I needed were extremely hard to find) and told me they may not be able to fix my car. This shop was recommended to me, and the work Ive seen from here has been great. Solid business. Nuff said, see for yourself!

Me
Review №100

This is my second time using Ballard Carstar, and I cant complain about anything! This is an approved location through my insurance, so it is really convenient for me. They do the appraisal as well as the repairs. Super friendly staff, great repair job, and they even coordinate with Enterprise to pick you up and set you up with a rental car. They have finished my repairs earlier than estimated and are very flexible with scheduling and timing for drop off and pick up.

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  • Address:1553 NW Leary Way, Seattle, WA 98107, United States
  • Site:https://carstar.com/locations/wa/seattle-15174/
  • Phone:+1 206-784-3368
Categories
  • Auto body shop
  • Auto dent removal service
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:8AM–5PM
  • Friday:8AM–5PM
  • Saturday:8AM–5PM
  • Sunday:8AM–5PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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