Body Shop by Gene Cochetti

4.8 (298reviews)

96%

(831) 758-8713

403 Front Street, Salinas, CA 93901

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403 Front Street
Salinas, CA 93901

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403 Front Street
Salinas, CA 93901

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Body Shop by Gene Cochetti has been serving Salinas since 1977, providing trusted, high-quality collision and auto-body repair. Their I-CAR–certified technicians use genuine OEM parts and manufacturer-approved procedures to ensure every repair — from minor dents to full structural collision work — meets factory standards. Services include collision repair, frame, fender, and bumper work, paint and refinishing, paintless dent removal, auto glass replacement, and complete damage assessment. With decades of experience, advanced equipment, and a commitment to precision and safety, Body Shop by Gene Cochetti restores vehicles to their pre-accident condition. Drivers throughout Salinas trust the team for reliable, professional service that prioritizes quality, safety, and craftsmanship on every repair.

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American Express
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Languages

Spanish

Hours

Sun	Closed
Mon	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat	Closed

* Holiday hours may differ.

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Customers say

Overall Customer Satisfaction

Customers consistently praise the shop for its outstanding service quality, professionalism, and friendly staff. Many highlight the exceptional communication throughout the repair process, including timely text and phone updates that kept them informed from start to finish. Repairs are frequently described as flawless, with vehicles returned looking brand new, and several customers noted the added bonus of receiving their cars cleaned inside and out. Timeliness is a recurring strength, with numerous vehicles completed ahead of schedule. Long-term loyalty is evident, with customers returning for years and enthusiastically recommending the shop to family and friends. A small number of customers noted concerns about workmanship quality and vehicle cleanliness upon return, reflecting areas where customers feel there is room for improvement.

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"Customer service was fantastic and the work was perfect."

"... coordinated with my rental car company seamlessly. They returned my vehicle back early and in beautiful condition. They made this difficult time the best it couldve ..." Read more

"They went above and beyond and did an incredible job."

"Unhappy with the workmanship very disappointed with the work 😔"

"They did an amazing job. My car looks amazing like nothing ever happened The staff were supper friendly and ..." Read more

"They did a good job and completed in a good time frame."

"It was completed earlier than expected"

"Within 2 days was completed"

"Great customer service and overall experience. Job was completed sooner than expected and looked great. Definitely will recommend to family n friends. Thank ..." Read more

"parts were not delivered as scheduled so 3 more days had to be postponed"

"Outstanding communication, timely updates, and very friendly interactions"

"Super friendly staff, fast service, great communication."

"Excellent service, communication, time and friendly staff thx"

"Love the support and communication between me and the shop."

"The BEST EXPERIENCE EVER THERE VERY PROFESSIONAL KIND INFORMATIVE FULL DETAILS EVEN GO OUT OF THERE WAY FOR THE CUSTOMER BY EXAMPLE THEY DELIVERED ..." Read more

Service Quality
Timeliness
Communication

Service Quality
Timeliness
Communication

"Customer service was fantastic and the work was perfect."

"... coordinated with my rental car company seamlessly. They returned my vehicle back early and in beautiful condition. They made this difficult time the best it couldve ..." Read more

"They went above and beyond and did an incredible job."

"Unhappy with the workmanship very disappointed with the work 😔"

"They did an amazing job. My car looks amazing like nothing ever happened The staff were supper friendly and ..." Read more

"They did a good job and completed in a good time frame."

"It was completed earlier than expected"

"Within 2 days was completed"

"Great customer service and overall experience. Job was completed sooner than expected and looked great. Definitely will recommend to family n friends. Thank ..." Read more

"parts were not delivered as scheduled so 3 more days had to be postponed"

"Outstanding communication, timely updates, and very friendly interactions"

"Super friendly staff, fast service, great communication."

"Excellent service, communication, time and friendly staff thx"

"Love the support and communication between me and the shop."

"The BEST EXPERIENCE EVER THERE VERY PROFESSIONAL KIND INFORMATIVE FULL DETAILS EVEN GO OUT OF THERE WAY FOR THE CUSTOMER BY EXAMPLE THEY DELIVERED ..." Read more

Silvia (Mercedes-Benz owner) reviewed 7/30/26

Orange peel need to go back and two weeks.

I need to go back, orange peel need to polish back and two weeks.

John (GMC owner) reviewed 7/30/26

Looks amazing

Daniel (Chevrolet owner) reviewed 7/27/26

Excellent customer service My car looks like it did before the accident

Edward (Nissan owner) reviewed 7/27/26

Keep up the great work!!!

Great job

Kelli (Toyota owner) reviewed 7/27/26

Overall good experience with scheduling, communication, and rental car coordination.

Jaime (Honda owner) reviewed 7/24/26

Great service Thank you

Abelardo (Toyota owner) reviewed 7/20/26

Great, no hassle service. From the original estimate, to pick up, the team at Bodyshop by Gene Cochetti was extremely helpful, and professional. Shout out to Erika who answered all my questions promptly!

Car looks good! Happy with everything they did.

Bodyshop by Gene Cochetti did exceptional work on my 4Runner. My experience with the team at the shop was that they were very profesional, and also answered all my questions quickly, and efficiently. My truck was returned with all work completed and looking good! Thank you, and shout out to Erika for keep me informed the entire time my car was in the shop.

Ramon (Chevrolet owner) reviewed 7/20/26

Justin (Ford owner) reviewed 7/20/26

Isabel (GMC owner) reviewed 7/14/26

Steve (Chevrolet owner) reviewed 7/11/26

We contacted the AAA Adjuster and informed him of the issues and we will be dropping the vehicle back off at your repair shop on Monday, July 13, 2026.

Armando (Toyota owner) reviewed 7/6/26

I was satisfied with how transparent the process was

I was satisfied the the quick updates

Richard (Toyota owner) reviewed 7/6/26

Brian (Toyota owner) reviewed 7/3/26

Joe (Honda owner) reviewed 7/2/26

Great service Quality work Very convenient

Ashley (Toyota owner) reviewed 7/2/26

I was very happy with the customer service and the quality of the repair! Thank you!

Theodore (Toyota owner) reviewed 6/29/26

They were so attentive , courteous & prompt.

Epifania (Land Rover owner) reviewed 6/27/26

And my self too! Great service Thank you!

Erika was amazing! She explained everything my car needed and she was Very polite She deserves a raise 👍🏼

Henry (Toyota owner) reviewed 6/24/26

Anthony (Mazda owner) reviewed 6/22/26

Highly recommend 5 STARS

Whole process was professional and courteous. Quick turnaround without cutting corners. Happy Customer

Front office keep me up with the process of vehicle repair.

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Reviews (298)

236 Customers Rated

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Likely to Recommend - 5.0/5.0

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Likely to Recommend - 5.0/5.0

Repair Quality - 5.0/5.0

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Returned Clean

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Likely to Recommend - 5.0/5.0