Morehead City's Trusted Auto Body Shop

Your Car Deserves
a Second Life

From minor dings to major collisions, we restore your vehicle to factory-fresh condition — with a finish so clean, nobody will know it was ever damaged.

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15+ Years Serving the Coast
100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
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Insurance Claims Welcome We work with all major insurers
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What We Do

Complete Auto Body
Repair Services

From dent removal to full collision repair, we handle every detail so your vehicle looks and drives like new.

01

Collision Repair

Frame straightening, structural repair, and complete collision restoration. We bring your vehicle back to original specifications — inside and out.

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02

Auto Painting

Precision color matching and professional paint application. Whether it's a single panel or a full respray, the finish will be flawless.

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03

Dent & Scratch Repair

Minor dents, door dings, and scratch removal — fast, affordable, and done right. No job too small for our expert technicians.

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04

Body Work & Panel Replacement

Bumper repair, fender replacement, hood alignment — we handle all body panel work with factory-level precision and care.

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05

Insurance Claim Assistance

We work directly with your insurance company to streamline the claims process. Less stress for you, faster turnaround on repairs.

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06

Estimates & Appraisals

Free, no-obligation estimates with transparent pricing. We'll walk you through exactly what your repair needs before any work begins.

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15+ Years of
Experience
About Us

A Local Shop
That Cares

Located on Highway 70 West in Morehead City, By-Pass Paint & Body Shop has been serving the coastal community with honest, reliable auto body repair for over 15 years.

We're not a franchise. We're your neighbors. When you bring your vehicle to us, you're getting hands-on craftsmanship from technicians who take real pride in their work — not assembly-line shortcuts.

Whether it's a fender bender from a parking lot or a serious collision, we treat every car as if it were our own. That's the standard we've held since day one.

Free estimates on all repairs
Works with all insurance companies
Quality parts & materials
Fast turnaround times
Why Choose Us

Morehead City
Relies on Us

We know what it means to lose your vehicle to an accident — the inconvenience, the stress, the uncertainty about who to trust. That's why we've built our reputation on transparency, quality, and treating every customer like we would want to be treated.

Trusted by Locals

Generations of Morehead City families have trusted us with their vehicles. That kind of loyalty doesn't come easy — it's earned, one car at a time.

Quick Turnaround

We know you need your car back. We work efficiently without cutting corners, getting you back on the road as fast as possible.

Fair & Honest Pricing

No surprises, no hidden fees. We provide detailed estimates upfront so you know exactly what to expect — every time.

Quality You Can See

Premium paints, proper techniques, and meticulous attention to detail. We don't consider a job done until it's done right.

Ready to Get Started?

Your Vehicle Deserves
the Best Care

Stop by our shop on Highway 70 West or give us a call. We'll walk you through your options and provide a free, no-pressure estimate.

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Contact Us

Get in
Touch

Have a question or ready to schedule your repair? Reach out — we're here to help.

Our Location 5535 Hwy 70 W, Morehead City, NC 28557
Phone (252) 222-3300
Email stones@ec.rr.com

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