Bernie's Garage & Body Shop Inc.
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Review highlights
"Woke up to a flat tire and went to Bernie’s. In, out, tire fixed in 20 minutes for $20. Got me in immediately and nobody tried to upsell me anything I didn’t need."
"Great service, fair pricing, nice people!"
"They did superb paint and repair work in a very timely manner at a great price."
Overview
Categories
Auto body shop
Directions
18 W Como Ave
Columbus, OH, 43202
Phone number
Call: (614) 261-8211Website
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Sunday
Closed
Monday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
Closed
Reviews (32)
Feb 02, 2025
A nationwide chain shop had told me I needed a service that would damage my car if I didn't have it done. I took my car to Bernie's for my exhaust and asked them to do the service the chain had said I needed as well. Bernie's explained that the recommended service was totally unnecessary and they fixed my exhaust very fast for a great price. Couldn't be happier with the service I received.
Jan 07, 2025
After a spark plug and ignition coil job my vehicles engine failed about a week later. It turns out that Bernie's had dropped items or somehow got metal shavings into the engine. The engine seized up and could not be repaired. I brought my vehicle to a different shop to have the engine looked where they were able to figure out the issues that Bernie's had caused and failed to correct the date of service. Bernie's offered to put a new engine in for me but they do not have a mechanic who can manage this work anymore on staff and refused to pay the other shop. It took a month of dealing with Bernie's and trying to diagnose the true issues before I was able to get my vehicle back. When Bernie's insurance got involved it was clear to the adjustor what had occured and their insurer covered the cost from the other shop with zero issues. Bernie's would not refund me for the work they performed that caused the engine to fail in the first place. I have had auto body work done their before and been pleased but this was just too much. I am not sure who at the shop is deceiving whom but something is different about Bernie's now. This is not the first neighborhood complaint I have heard after telling others about the huge issues I ran into this time around.
Jan 07, 2025
TJ did a great job on repairing a rust spot on my wheel well, it looks brand new!! The cost was true to his quote, staff was always easy to contact and nice on the phone. I'll definitely go back for any further work.
Aug 07, 2024
Bernie’s helped us out so much! Our van’s radiator busted the night before on the side of the road as we were passing through Columbus. They got the radiator changed, coolant fan, thermometer, upper and lower radiator hose changed and refilled our coolant. Only charged for Labor as well bc we bought our own parts at Autozone down the street. They were honest, fast, understanding of what happened and sympathized with us. They wanted to make sure we were safe to get back home. I highly recommend Bernie’s, as a family owned mom and pop shop. This place will treat you like family.
Aug 07, 2024
TJ always does a phenomenal job and he’s a great guy to work with. I trust him with our son’s car and he definitely is our family go to for body shop. Thank you TJ!!
Aug 07, 2024
Thank you guys for taking care of us. We were stranded on the side of the highway the night before. Making our way back to Nashville from Pennsylvania when our van broke down. We had great customer service at the autozone down the street then they referred us to Bernie’s. They took care of us, did NOT over charge us and had our van ready within 2-3 hours after installing a new radiator and coolant fan. Thanks so much!!! Highly recommend this place.
Apr 07, 2024
Great work and prices! They are always busy, but it's been worth the wait for me.
Apr 07, 2024
Woke up to a flat tire and went to Bernie’s. In, out, tire fixed in 20 minutes for $20. Got me in immediately and nobody tried to upsell me anything I didn’t need.
Feb 07, 2024
I going to be honest this body shop is amazing t.j. and his ppl gave me excellent customer service called me when my car was done and when I got there I had smile on my face honest top notch service..
Feb 07, 2024
Installed new part on my car did a great job
Feb 07, 2024
Speedy quality repairs, and honest advice about other maintenance
Feb 07, 2024
Terry was great and T.J. was outstanding with my tire remount and balance! Highly recommend them for while you wait service!
Feb 07, 2024
They were able to get me in super quick for an oil change and great prices! I would highly recommend them!
Feb 07, 2024
This is the third time I have used Bernie's garage and each time I have been happy with what they have done. The prices are reasonable and they are always finished when they say they will be. My car looks brand new.
Feb 07, 2024
Fast and Honest people
Feb 07, 2024
Fastest shop ever. Super honest and helpful.
Feb 07, 2024
I had body work done there. Excellent job @
Feb 07, 2024
Top notch service. I've been going here for years.
Feb 07, 2024
Very nice and helpful! I called panicking about my check engine light coming on in this freezing weather. They were able to see me right away. It ended up not being a big deal but I appreciate their kindness and how knowledgeable they were!
Feb 07, 2023
Fast service, clear communication.
Feb 07, 2023
Great and honest work!
Feb 07, 2023
Great place great service reasonably priced.
Feb 07, 2023
Great service, fair pricing, nice people!
Feb 07, 2023
I just got my car back from Bernie's this morning and I was super happy with the results. One morning at work I noticed there was a weird dent on the roof of my Civic and apparently it was a bullet hole (but with no bullet left). I went to one other place before Bernie's and the estimate was steep. Bernie's was super good at getting me a quick, reasonable estimate and then getting my car back to me in three days (although it was actually done about 48 hours I dropped it off). Nice location right off High Street and nice people. Being a young woman and not knowing a lot about cars, I of course was nervous about watching myself and making sure I wasn't taken advantage of, but I definitely didn't have to worry about that with them. Would definitely come back for body work if needed (hopefully will not!)
Feb 07, 2023
Love those guys they go way out of their way to help u i will never take r car anywhere else to get worked on bill really knows wat hes doin they r all jus so nice thank u guys for all u do for us
Feb 07, 2023
My Honda Fit was in a wreck resulting in minor body and front end damage. After getting insurance approval to repair it, T.J. at Bernie's Garage and Body Shop did a wonderful job of making it look like new. I highly recommend this place.
Feb 07, 2023
My family (of 4) has used Bernie's for over 40 years. They are honest, professional and friendly. I always recommend them.
Feb 07, 2023
This place is awesome they're very reasonable prices and they don't judge what you drive and have a good body shop too mechanical side also go to this place you'll be happy oh and they love donuts too
Feb 07, 2022
Honest, and good.
Feb 07, 2022
If you need work done on your vehicle and need a place that you can trust to do an exceptional job while charging an honest price and fixing your vehicle in a timely manner - this is the place to go. Update 9.15.21 Went back again and had another great experience. Needed exhaust fixed (rusted through), fix misfiring cylinders and an oil change. They got it done fast at a great price with great communication. Seriously, if you are reading this considering where to go, just go to Bernie's!
Feb 07, 2022
Thanks to the guys over at Bernies for helping me in a pinch this morning! We had a nail in a tire and they helped us get back on the road in 15 minutes. Great service!
Feb 07, 2022
They were really nice and always worked with me to drop the car when I needed things done. However, I took my car in a couple months ago to check my brakes and they said they cleaned them for me and that was all that was needed. Turns out I need new front brakes, rotors, and the back wasn’t properly cleaned. I am by no means a daily driver and the car mostly sits so this should have been addressed when I brought it in. I also got told at some points I needed things replaced and a month later I would bring it in (after saving up for a costly repair) and they’d tell me it didn’t. I’m disappointed because I really like the staff but I won’t be coming here anymore.