Before. After.
Every make.

Real repairs from our Lake Park shop floor

This gallery shows real vehicles repaired at All Star Auto Repair, 825 15th St #7 in Lake Park, Florida. The photos are organized into folders by vehicle brand, so you can quickly find repairs on cars like yours. Open a folder to see damage before repair, vehicles in primer, masking in the paint area, and finished cars ready to go home. We add new photos regularly as vehicles move through the shop.

A gallery is one of the best ways to judge a body shop. Words are easy; finished work is proof. Look closely at panel gaps, paint gloss, color match between panels, and how cleanly trim and lights have been reinstalled. Those details tell you more about a shop than any advertisement. If you like what you see, call (561) 890-7999 or send a free estimate request.

How to use this gallery

• Choose a brand folder. Each blue folder shows the manufacturer logo in the center. Click or tap it to open the photos.
• Browse the photos. Use the arrows or swipe to move through each photo. Press Escape or tap the close button to return.
• Look at the details. Zoom in on panel gaps, reflections and edges.
• Ask about a similar repair. Mention the photo when you contact us, and we can talk about your vehicle.

Understanding what you are seeing

Body repair has several stages, and our gallery includes photos from each of them.

Damage before repair

Before photos show the damage as it arrived: dented doors, cracked bumpers, crushed fenders, scraped quarter panels. These photos show where the repair started and how far it came.

Body work in progress

Photos of vehicles with panels removed, dents being worked, or filler being shaped show the craftsmanship behind a repair. Much of a body shop’s most important work happens at this stage, long before paint.

Primer and preparation

Gray or white primer on a panel means it has been repaired and is being prepared for paint. Primer fills fine sanding marks and creates a uniform surface. Learn more about preparation on our auto body and paint page.

Masking

Vehicles covered in paper and plastic with tape outlines are masked for paint. Masking protects glass, trim, wheels and areas that are not being painted. Careful masking is the difference between clean edges and overspray.

Finished vehicles

After photos show the completed repair with paint cured, parts reinstalled and the vehicle cleaned. Compare these with the before photos to see the transformation.

Brands in our gallery

Our current folders include Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Dodge, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Porsche, Tesla, Lexus, BMW, Chevrolet/GMC and a Shop Work folder for repairs where the brand is not visible in the photo. Here is a quick look at what each brand brings to the shop.

Toyota

Toyota is one of the most popular brands on Palm Beach County roads, from the Camry and Corolla to the RAV4, 4Runner, Tacoma and Tundra. Our Toyota folder includes SUV and sedan repairs, front-end collision damage, and quarter-panel work in primer.

Ford

Ford trucks are everywhere in Florida. Our Ford folder features F-150 pickups before and after repair. Many recent F-150s use aluminum body panels, which require specific repair methods. See our collision repair page for more.

Cadillac

Cadillac’s Escalade is a large, heavy luxury SUV with big body panels where every wave in a reflection shows. Our Cadillac folder includes Escalade repairs and door damage close-ups.

Dodge

Dodge Durango SUVs and Charger sedans are popular in South Florida. Our Dodge folder includes a red Durango with finished bodywork and paint.

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz vehicles have tight panel gaps and deep, glossy finishes that demand precise work. Our Mercedes folder includes front-end repair on a white SUV.

Honda

The Honda CR-V, Civic, Accord and Pilot are daily drivers for many local families. Our Honda folder shows a vehicle in body preparation.

Porsche

Porsche owners expect perfection. Our Porsche folder includes a silver convertible.

Tesla

Electric vehicles like Tesla require attention to high-voltage safety and specific repair procedures. Our Tesla folder includes a dark sedan.

Lexus

Lexus vehicles are known for quality finishes. Our Lexus folder includes a white sedan. White and pearl finishes are among the most challenging to match, and blending is essential.

BMW

BMW sedans and SUVs have precise panel fitment and sophisticated sensor systems. Our BMW folder includes a black sedan. Black paint shows every flaw, so preparation and finishing matter.

Chevrolet and GMC

Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, along with Tahoe, Suburban and Yukon SUVs, are common in our shop. Our Chevrolet/GMC folder shows a truck masked for paint.

Shop Work

Some photos focus on a repair where the brand is not visible, such as a door panel in primer. These go in the Shop Work folder.

Why we organize by brand

Drivers often want to know whether a shop has experience with their specific vehicle. Organizing by brand makes that easy. It also shows the variety of vehicles we work on every week, from work trucks to luxury cars and EVs.

What to look for in any body shop gallery

Use these tips to evaluate our gallery and any other shop’s work.

• Reflections. Look at how light reflects across repaired panels. Straight, unbroken reflections mean the panel is straight.
• Color match. Compare the repaired panel with adjacent panels. They should look like the same color from multiple angles.
• Panel gaps. Gaps between doors, fenders, hood and bumper should be even.
• Gloss. Repaired areas should have the same shine as the rest of the vehicle.
• Edges. Look for clean edges around trim, rubber seals and glass, with no overspray.
• Real photos. Real shop photos with real backgrounds are more trustworthy than stock images.

Before and after: the process behind the photos

Every finished vehicle in this gallery went through the same basic process. First we inspected the vehicle and wrote a detailed estimate. Next, the damaged area was disassembled to look for hidden damage. Body technicians repaired or replaced panels and restored body lines. Prep technicians sanded, primed and masked. Painters matched color and applied base coat and clear coat, blending into adjacent panels. Finally, the vehicle was reassembled, inspected and cleaned. You can read the full process on our collision repair page.

Paint jobs in the gallery

Several photos show vehicles masked and ready for paint. Paint work can be a single panel, several panels, or a full vehicle. Florida sun is hard on paint, and faded or peeling clear coat is one of the most common reasons drivers come to us for a paint job.

Bumper repairs in the gallery

Bumpers take the most hits of any part of a vehicle, and many of the repairs in our gallery involve bumper work. Learn when a bumper can be repaired instead of replaced on our bumper repair page and in our blog post on cracked bumper repair.

Luxury and European vehicles

Our gallery includes Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Porsche, Lexus and Cadillac repairs. Luxury vehicles often feature complex paint colors, aluminum components, and advanced sensor systems. They require careful handling and attention to detail.

Trucks and SUVs

Florida drivers love trucks and SUVs. Large panels on trucks and SUVs make body work and paint quality especially visible. Our Ford, Toyota, Cadillac, Dodge and Chevrolet/GMC folders include several examples.

Electric vehicles

Electric vehicles are increasingly common in Palm Beach County. Body repair on EVs involves the same craftsmanship as any vehicle, with additional safety considerations for high-voltage systems.

Adding new photos

We add new photos as vehicles move through the shop. Check back regularly to see recent work. If you are a customer and would like photos of your repair included, let us know. We never include license plates or personal information.

Share your repair

Were you happy with your repair? Leave a review on our Google Business Profile. Reviews help other drivers find a shop they can trust. We currently hold a 5.0-star rating from 97 reviews.

Brands we repair beyond this gallery

Our gallery shows a selection of recent work, but we repair many other brands, including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Jeep, Ram, Chrysler, Subaru, Mazda, Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo, Acura, Infiniti, Lincoln, Buick, Land Rover, Jaguar, Mini, Mitsubishi and more. If your brand does not have a folder yet, call us. We have likely repaired vehicles like yours.

Manufacturer repair information

Vehicle manufacturers publish repair procedures and position statements that guide professional repairs. Resources from organizations such as I-CAR help repair professionals stay current. For vehicle safety information, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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Frequently asked gallery questions

Are these real customer vehicles?

Yes. All photos in this gallery were taken at our shop.

Can you do the same repair on my vehicle?

Every repair is different, but if you see a repair similar to yours, mention it when you contact us.

Why do some photos show vehicles in primer?

Primer photos show the repair in progress, before final paint.

Why is there a Shop Work folder?

Some photos show panels or repairs where the vehicle brand is not visible.

How often do you add new photos?

We add photos regularly as vehicles are completed.

Serving Palm Beach County

Our gallery reflects the variety of vehicles driven across northern Palm Beach County, including Lake Park, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, West Palm Beach, Jupiter and Juno Beach.

Learn more about us

Meet the team on our about us page, read practical guides on our blog, and find answers on the FAQ. Interested in working with us? Visit careers.

A closer look at finish quality

Good paint work is judged in different lighting. In direct Florida sun, metallic flake and pearl effects show clearly. In shade, color differences between panels can become more obvious. Under shop lights, texture and dust nibs stand out. That is why we check every repair under several lighting conditions before delivery. When you visit, we invite you to look at your vehicle outside in daylight.

Why photos matter to us

Photographing repairs is part of our process. Photos document damage for insurance, record hidden damage found during teardown, and show the steps of the repair. They also help us train team members and maintain standards. Sharing them in this gallery lets you see our work honestly.

Ready for your repair?

Whether your vehicle needs collision repair, auto body and paint work, a paint job, or bumper repair, we are ready to help. Call (561) 890-7999, visit 825 15th St #7 in Lake Park, or request a free estimate online. Shop hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Behind the photos: what each stage really involves

Looking at a before and after photo, it is easy to forget how much happens in between. Here is a closer look at the work behind the pictures in our folders.

Documenting the arrival

Every vehicle is photographed when it arrives. These photos record existing damage, protect both the customer and the shop, and give insurers a clear record. Many of the “before” photos in our gallery started as arrival documentation.

Teardown

Bumper covers, lights, trim and inner panels are removed to reveal everything the impact affected. It is common to find broken clips, cracked brackets or bent reinforcements that were invisible from outside. Those discoveries are photographed and added to the repair plan.

Metal and plastic repair

Technicians pull dents, reshape panels, repair plastic and replace parts that cannot be saved. On the Toyota 4Runner door in our Toyota folder, for example, the goal is to restore the door’s shape and body lines so reflections run straight again. On bumpers, plastic welding and flexible repair materials restore strength.

Filler and primer

When metal has been reshaped, a thin skim of body filler is often used to perfect the surface. The yellow and gray areas you see on the Shop Work door and the Camry quarter panel show filler and primer being shaped and sanded. This stage is slow and careful, because any imperfection here will show through the final paint.

Masking and paint

Before paint, the vehicle is cleaned and masked. The black truck fender in the Chevrolet/GMC folder shows a vehicle wrapped in plastic with yellow tape lines, ready for color and clear coat. Masking protects everything that should not be painted and helps create crisp edges.

Reassembly and delivery

Once paint has cured, parts are reinstalled, the vehicle is cleaned, and the final photos are taken. The finished Escalade, F-150, Lexus, BMW and Tesla photos show vehicles at this last stage.

Colors that challenge painters

Our gallery happens to include some of the most demanding colors in the industry. Solid black, like the Escalade and BMW, reveals every wave in a panel. Pearl white, like the Lexus and Camry, often uses a tri-coat process that is difficult to blend. Deep metallic blue, like the Ford F-150, depends heavily on spray technique for flake orientation. Metallic red, like the Durango, can shift in tone between sunlight and shade. Seeing these colors finished well is a good indicator of a shop’s paint skill. Read more in our article on how paint color matching works.

Protecting customer privacy

We blur or avoid license plates and never publish customer names or personal information in our gallery. If you see your vehicle and would prefer it not be shown, contact us and we will remove it.

Suggest a brand folder

If you do not see your vehicle’s brand yet, it simply means we have not photographed a recent repair for it. As we add photos, new folders appear. Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Jeep, Ram, Subaru, Volkswagen and Audi are all common in our shop and may be added soon.

Why a brand-organized gallery helps you

Owners often worry whether a shop knows their particular vehicle. A Tesla owner wants to know the shop understands EV precautions. A Porsche owner wants to see careful work on a sports car. A truck owner wants to see big panels finished straight. Organizing our photos by brand lets you jump straight to vehicles like yours and judge the work for yourself, without scrolling through dozens of unrelated pictures.

Tips for photographing your own damage

If you plan to send us photos, borrow a few techniques from our gallery. Shoot in even daylight rather than harsh midday sun. Take one wide photo that shows the whole side of the vehicle, then medium and close-up shots of the damage. Angle the camera slightly so reflections reveal dents. Send them to allstarrepair561@gmail.com with your vehicle’s year, make and model.

What makes these repairs different

Every folder in this gallery tells a small story. The Toyota 4Runner arrived with a deep crease across the door and fender, the kind of damage that makes owners wonder whether the panel can ever look right again. The Ford F-150 came in with a pushed-in front bumper and fender after a front-end hit. The Camry arrived on the side of a highway with its nose crushed. Each one left with straight panels, matching paint and parts fitted correctly. The details you see in these photos, like crisp reflections along the doors and even gaps around the lights, are the result of patient work at every stage.

Seeing is believing

We encourage every potential customer to look closely at these photos and at the vehicles in our shop. If you visit during business hours, ask to see vehicles in progress. There is no better way to understand how a shop works than to see repairs underway.

Before you go

Found a repair similar to yours? Take a screenshot or note the folder name and mention it when you call (561) 890-7999 or send a free estimate request. It helps us understand what you are looking for right away. Thank you for taking the time to look through our work; we hope it gives you confidence in what our team can do for your vehicle.

Keep checking back

New repairs roll out of our shop every week. As they do, we photograph the best examples and add them to the right brand folder, so this gallery keeps growing. Bookmark this page and come back to see the latest work from our Lake Park team.