Bodycraft

Sturgess Bodycraft is an integral part of our business, which encompasses:

• All aspects of vehicle repair from a minor bump to major rebuilds.
• A full Accident Management Service
• Minor cosmetic repairs and scuffs
• Authorised supplier of Speedliner, a leading commercial vehicle lining product.

Customer Service
We firmly believe that customers are the core of our business, and it is our mission to ensure that the service we offer is second to none.

Manufacturer Approval
Located at our Aylestone Road branch in Leicester, Sturgess Bodycraft is proud to have obtained Approved Repairer status for all the brands we represent; Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Alfa Romeo, Nissan, Fiat & Toyota. We can also carry out repairs to other vehicle makes. We also have working arrangements with many leading insurers.

First Class Facilities
Our facilities are class leading and all staff are fully trained to maintain the exacting standards laid down by the manufacturers and have at their disposal the very latest tools and specialist equipment.

Environmentally Aware
We are fully committed to operating with minimal impact to the environment. Our continued investment in equipment that is energy efficient and gentle on the atmosphere, water based products and detailed waste management
demonstrates our commitment to reducing any impact on the environment. Our aim is to get you and your car back
on the road as quickly as possible.

Many bodyshops have insurer approvals. Sturgess are Manufacturer Approved, Trained and Audited. This allows us to complete repairs to your vehicle without being compromised by a contract with the insurer.

My insurance company says that I must use their "approved repairer" but I have always used Sturgess to repair and maintain my car - are they correct?

No. Most insurers will have their own network of 'approved repairers' who they prefer to use. But will these Bodyshops know the exact placing and number of weld points, or weld at the correct temperature in a given repair, or have the correct tools for the job? Do they have the correct mechanical and electrical skill levels?

Have they been trained by the manufacturer’s to repair those cars?Y

You are fully entitled to use the bodyshop of your choice when repairing your vehicle.

The only way to guarantee the repair to your vehicle is up to manufacturer specifications is by using a manufacturer approved bodyshop. This way you can be sure that they will have access to the necessary specialist tools, information
and training and use genuine parts in the repair.

When speaking to your insurance company simply request that the repair is carried out at Sturgess Bodycraft, or for further peace of mind call the accident assistance lines who will make the necessary arrangements on your behalf.

Your car is often your second most valuable asset after your home.

You and your family will travel in your motor vehicle at speeds of up to 70 mph.

Don't accept any compromise in the quality of repair to your car.

Insurance companies arrange accident repairs to keep their own costs down.
Does keeping their costs down mean repairing your car cheaply?
What level of service and quality of repair will you receive?
Will original manufacturer parts be used or imitation parts?
Will your manufacturer's warranty remain intact?

Imitation, or non-OE (Original Parts), parts may not fit correctly. They are sometimes provided without surface, or rust,
protection. Using non-OE parts could invalidate your manufacturer's warranty.

Whether you are insured fully comprehensive or third party, the process of pursuing a claim can be complex, time consuming and stressful.

Accident assistance aims to take the strain out of your insurance claim through the provision of a free, independent service.

Call 0800 6122 909
in the event of an accident. they are open 24 hours a day 365 days a year and regardless of the accident circumstances
will be able to give you the correct and best advice on the way to handle your insurance claim. Alternatively you can
always call Sturgess Bodycraft during normal business hours

on 0116 254 1237
who will be able to help you return your vehicle to it's pre-accident condition.

Through Sturgess Accident Assistance, we will manage your insurance claim, saving you a lot of time and hassle and, we will carry out manufacturer approved, tried and tested repair methods. You do not have to use the insurer's repairer. Your rights in this area were confirmed by a directive from the Office of Fair Trading issued in 1993.

 

No matter how big or small your repair, we offer a great selection of services...

The highest standards of service...
Sturgess Bodycraft is committed to providing a high quality service. You will be given a completion date for all work and receive a report on progress as the work is carried out. Your car will also be valeted before it is returned to you.

Alternative transport...
To ensure repairs can start as soon as possible, we will be happy to discuss alternative transport arrangements to suit
your circumstances.

Approved manufacturer parts...
We will always have available the genuine parts and materials that you would expect us to use. These will be the parts and materials that are the same as those on which your insurance rating and premium were originally based, so your insurer should approve of your choice too. Only manufacturer approved parts can give you the reassurance that the integrity of your car is maintained after the repair.

Free estimates...
Approved Bodyshop estimates are based on parts, systems and repair procedures that are approved by both the insurers and our manufacturer’s.

Manufacturer and paintwork guarantee...
By using genuine parts, materials and repair methods, we will ensure that any corrosion (Perforation) warranty and vehicle warranty remain unaffected.

Other Links

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