Knight Paint & Body

Knight Paint & Body takes on paint and body repairs from their spot in Bessemer. Bobby runs the operation and handles jobs such as front fender replacement with fresh paint, full truck paint jobs, and color matching on cars like red Mazdas. The crew also tackles wreck damage on bumpers, underbody fixes, and repainting work on vehicles like RAV4s when factory paint peels. Marco steps in for some of the body repairs while the shop stays family owned and open for long hours.

Customers drop off cars after sideswipes or wrecks for bumper work and paint fixes that come out looking clean. Some report quick help understanding what their truck needed before the paint went on, while others see fenders restored to match the rest of the car without visible seams. A number of jobs drag on for months with the vehicle left untouched in the corner and repeated promises about finish dates that never hold up. A few paint jobs on new bumpers start flaking within six months, and paperwork requests for insurance or manufacturer reimbursement sometimes go unanswered for weeks.

The shop quotes prices hundreds lower than the dealership and other local spots, with some customers saving over four hundred dollars on repairs. Staff comes across as friendly and helpful during estimates, and the work finishes at a high level for the cost. Communication slips in other cases, with owners waiting five months or more for updates and cars left without gas after long stays. Service covers the Bessemer area and nearby spots in Jefferson County.

The shop sits at 4.5 from 53 reviews, with steady notes on solid paint results and fair costs mixed against complaints over delays and follow through. DIRT Score 4.0 from 53 reviews on Finds.

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“Had my front fender replaced and painted. They did a fantastic job. I would recommend them to anyone. Bobby was very professional.1 week ago.”

“AVOID THIS SHOP AT ALL COSTS!!!!!! He lied to me for seven months about progress on my car. His communication and customer service are the worst I've ever experienced in a professional setting. Promises were constantly made about a finish date for my car. The reality was my car sat there untouched in the corner of his shop while he continually lied about everything. Bobby you sir are a joke.”

“This is ABSOLUTELY the best body shop in the Jefferson County area. They are one of the friendliest and most honest businesses i have ever dealt with. I don't usually write comments, but I have been so impressed with this company, that I felt motivated to give this review.”

“Knight has fixed multiple issues we have had with vehicles. Wrecks, painting etc, they do great work Hpwever, I need documentation from them to get reimbursed by Toyota for painting my RAV4 when the paint peeled off, and Knight is not cooperating Dropped off the information from Toyota 2 weeks ago. I need a letter from them on company letterhead on why I brought the car in, what work was done, mileage on the car etc. all I get from them is crickets. I once gave them 5 stars because they do great work, but I have lost faith in them. I paid over $1,000.00 for this repainting, and I would like to get my money back from Toyota, but Knight is preventing this from happening.”

“Bobby is the best professional paint and body man , that I know..he helped me understand what I needed to get my truck painted and he did a great job..I would recommend him to anyone”

“Very friendly & helpful staff. Quick - high quality work Awesome price. Over $400 CHEAPER than the dealership. $200 cheaper than other shops in the area. Highly Recommended!”

“Had my car for several months. Was told several times it would be ready in a week . Go to pick up car . Nothing has been done . Gas was completely ran out of my car . Owner was rude and hateful . And lied to insurance company”

“I had a wreck back in the first week of January this year. My car was sent to Knight Paint and Body the following week. The wreck consisted of the front bumper being dented and the passenger tire being bent. Also, there was a lot of underbody damage. I called to check on the status of my car each week for FIVE MONTHS. Each time I spoke with Mr. Knight he told me something different. Each time he said, “I’m working on it”. I ended up having to get someone to drive me up to the shop. I asked to see my car and to see the so called “Progress” that Mr. Knight had been “working on”. My car….had not been worked on AT ALL! He claimed he had painted the front bumper months ago. The bumper had ABSOLUTLY NOT BEEN PAINTED AND WAS NOT ATTACHED. It was still cracked from the wreck. I ended up having to tow my car in PIECES to another shop called Varner’s Factory which is also located in Bessemer. Upon inspection Henry, a mechanic at Varner’s, noticed more significant damage to my vehicle. One thing in particular was the headlight on the passenger side. It was broken from where Knight ripped it off getting the bumper off. Henry, had to call and get another claims adjuster to come out and reassess”

“I was sideswiped by a big Wrecker who eased over into my lane between Hueytown and Bessemer. Mr. Knight took a buffer and buffed out the worst paint damage for free. I have friends who have used the Knights and if I have the unfortunate need for any car body repair, I will use this company absolutely! I know this family personally and they will treat you right!”

“I have used the services of this company twice and I was satisfied each time. The prices are great and the work superb. I give them my business everytime.”

“I had a brand new polyurethane bumper painted here in March, and now, 6 months later, the paint is starting to flake off pretty severely. A few of my friends had similar incidents and they told me that Knight will fix it for free, but I don't feel like it should have happened in the first place.”

“I am so thrilled with the work on my Mazda,red is so difficult to match but my fender looks exactly like the rest of the car-100% perfect!!!”

“The best place in town for top professional work. Mr. Knight has worked on two of my cars and I would recommend him over any where else.”

“Great body work - ask for Marco Nanco, he's the best guy there for auto body work. Great & reasonable prices as well.”

“Went to get estimates for car damage. Was very friendly family owned business. Would refer as needed to family and friends. Tim F.”

“Very friendly & professional, great quality work at a competitive price. Definitely worth a recommendation!”

“They did a great job great price very friendly would recommend them”

“Very reasonably priced and they do a great job. I highly recommend them.”

“The best paint job for your car,very good repair work done for your carseat open long hours.”

“Absolutely outstanding work and customer service! Prices are very reasonable too!”