The 9 Best Auto Body Shops in Royal Oak, MI

Last updated September 19, 2026 · ranked from 275 Google reviews · How we rank

Unjustified: The supplied facts identify six entries, not nine, and do not establish that Motorcity Grind is an auto body shop.

Top picks at a glance

  1. 1
    Great Lakes CollisionGreat Lakes Collision accepts insurance and out-of-pocket repairs; reviewers describe restored bodywork, prompt repairs and clear communication.
  2. 2
    Royal Oak Ford Body ShopReviewers praise Royal Oak Ford Body Shop’s repair explanations, workmanship and help with the insurance process.
  3. 3
    Crash Champions Collision Repair Royal OakReviewers describe text updates, quick repairs and vehicles cleaned before pickup; the shop also helps with insurance claims.
  1. Great Lakes Collision in Madison Heights2

    Great Lakes Collision

    4.8(35)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 35 reviews (Google rating)

    Auto body shop · Madison Heights · 2.1 mi

    Closed today

    Customer accounts of restored bodywork, prompt repairs and clear communication support Great Lakes Collision’s No. 2 ranking for readers in Royal Oak, MI. Established in 1994, the shop is at 110 W 10 Mile Rd in Madison Heights and holds a 4.8 Google rating from 35 reviews. One reviewer said their car looked like nothing had happened; another described being offered several repair options after collision damage. The shop works with all insurance companies and accepts out-of-pocket repair work. Appointments are recommended.

    • Established in 1994
    • All insurance companies
    • Clear repair communication
    I recently had my truck repaired at Great Lakes Collision, and I could not be more pleased with the experience. They did an outstanding job restoring my truck and getting “The Beast” back up and running. The workmanship, attention to de…
    Ron G, 2026-04-17 · google

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  2. Royal Oak Ford Body Shop in Royal Oak3

    Royal Oak Ford Body Shop

    4.8(24)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 24 reviews (Google rating)

    Auto body shop

    Closed today

    Clear repair explanations and help with insurance give Royal Oak Ford Body Shop its No. 3 spot. Reviewers describe thorough communication after a rear-end collision, praise the workmanship, and report receiving cars cleaned inside and out. One customer says the shop handled the insurance process after an initial call. Located at 30002 Woodward Ave in Royal Oak, MI, this Ford-focused body shop has a 4.8-star Google rating from 24 reviews. It offers onsite service Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with appointments recommended.

    • Clear repair explanations
    • Insurance process help
    • Ford-focused body work
    Got rear ended on Christmas night and ended up taking my vehicle over to the dealership on the 26th. Mike and his team were incredibly helpful and thorough and provided me clear and insightful information along the way. Due to unfortunat…
    Odiseas Papasoglu, 2026-01-14 · google

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  3. Crash Champions Collision Repair Royal Oak in Royal Oak4

    Crash Champions Collision Repair Royal Oak

    4.6(79)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 79 reviews (Google rating)

    Auto body shop

    Closed today

    Regular repair updates and help with insurance claims distinguish Crash Champions Collision Repair Royal Oak, MI at 818 N Main St. Its No. 4 placement draws on a 4.6-star Google rating from 79 reviews, with reviewers describing text updates, quick turnaround, and a vehicle cleaned inside and out before pickup. Another customer credits the team with finding a hard-to-source truck part. The shop is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and appointments are recommended.

    • Text repair updates
    • Insurance claim repairs
    • Weekday appointments
    Wonderful experience with SKC. Diana and Adam took great care of me with regular updates and quick repair turnaround. Just picked up my Fusion and they also cleaned it inside and out 👍
    Dennis Moylan, 2026-09-06 · google

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  4. Armitage Collision Inc in Huntington Woods5

    Armitage Collision Inc

    4.7(29)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 29 reviews (Google rating)

    Auto body shop · Huntington Woods · 1.8 mi

    Closed today

    Clear communication and attentive repair service earn Armitage Collision Inc the No. 5 spot in this Royal Oak, MI guide. Located on W Eleven Mile Road in Huntington Woods, the shop holds a 4.7 Google rating from 29 reviews. Customers describe regular updates, prompt repairs, fair pricing, and a low-stress process. One reviewer credits the shop with navigating a challenging van repair; another reports that their repaired car was detailed inside and out. Appointments are recommended, with weekday hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    • Regular repair updates
    • Customer-praised fair pricing
    • Weekday appointment planning
    They were absolutely amazing from start to finish. From the moment I called them, I knew I was in good hands. They were incredibly friendly, empathetic, and helpful. The repair process was seamless and efficient. They kept me updated ev…
    Jenny Ritchie, 2025-09-11 · google

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  5. Crash Champions Collision Repair Ferndale in Ferndale7

    Crash Champions Collision Repair Ferndale

    4.4(104)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 104 reviews (Google rating)

    Auto body shop · Ferndale · 1.8 mi

    Closed today

    Responsive communication and on-time completion stand out in one customer’s account of Crash Champions Collision Repair Ferndale, earning it a place at No. 7 for readers in Royal Oak, MI. The shop at 23222 Woodward Ave has a 4.4-star Google rating from 104 reviews. Another reviewer reported a damaged harness and an unresolved rear-view camera problem, tempering that positive feedback. Appointments are required, with weekday hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, and restroom.

    • 4.4-star Google rating
    • Appointments required
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    The team here was great - responsive, helpful, thorough. And they completed my vehicle exactly when they said they would!
    Matthew Hroma, 2026-06-26 · google

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  6. Motorcity Grind in Royal Oak8

    Motorcity Grind

    5.0(4)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews (Google rating)

    Auto body shop

    Closed today

    Consistent praise for workmanship and communication earns Motorcity Grind the No. 8 spot. This auto body shop at 1830 Bellaire Ave in Royal Oak, MI holds a 5-star Google rating across four reviews. Customers describe high-quality work, professional staff, and clear communication. One owner reports bringing in a 1965 Mustang that had never run well and later driving it in the Dream Cruise. The shop opens Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and provides a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.

    • Praised workmanship
    • Clear communication
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    Jim and his team were great. I brought in a 65 Mustang that's never ever run well but looked good and ended up driving her in the Dream cruise🤯 Thanks 👍
    Colin Ryle, 2022-08-21 · google

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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best Auto Body Shops in Royal Oak, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceAreaOpen now
2Great Lakes Collision4.8(35)4.8 out of 5 from 35 reviews (Google rating)Madison Heights · 2.1 miClosed
3Royal Oak Ford Body Shop4.8(24)4.8 out of 5 from 24 reviews (Google rating)Closed
4Crash Champions Collision Repair Royal Oak4.6(79)4.6 out of 5 from 79 reviews (Google rating)Closed
5Armitage Collision Inc4.7(29)4.7 out of 5 from 29 reviews (Google rating)Huntington Woods · 1.8 miClosed
7Crash Champions Collision Repair Ferndale4.4(104)4.4 out of 5 from 104 reviews (Google rating)Ferndale · 1.8 miClosed
8Motorcity Grind5.0(4)5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews (Google rating)Closed

Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.

How we ranked this list

Each auto body shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Royal Oak category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.

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Auto Body Shops in Royal Oak, MI: common questions

Which shops in this Royal Oak, MI guide have the highest Google ratings?
Motorcity Grind at 1830 Bellaire Ave, Royal Oak, MI has 5 stars from four reviews. 4th Street Auto Care has 4.9 stars from 637 reviews, the largest review count in the guide. Great Lakes Collision in Madison Heights and Royal Oak Ford Body Shop at 30002 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI both have 4.8 stars, from 35 and 24 reviews respectively.
Which shops handle insurance-related body repairs?
Great Lakes Collision at 110 W 10 Mile Rd, Madison Heights says it works with all insurance companies and also accepts out-of-pocket work. A Royal Oak Ford Body Shop reviewer describes making an initial insurance call before the shop handled the rest. At Ferndale Collision & Auto Repair, a reviewer reports help navigating insurance issues during a two-door replacement.
What repair warranties do shops in the guide advertise?
Crash Champions describes certified collision repairs backed by a lifetime warranty. First Call Auto Care in Royal Oak, MI advertises a nationwide three-year/36,000-mile warranty on all repairs, with roadside assistance included for most repairs. 4th Street Auto Care in Royal Oak, MI states that each service comes with a complimentary two-year warranty.
Which shops offer Saturday or later weekday hours?
Precision Tune Auto Care at 702 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 4th Street Auto Care in Royal Oak, MI operates weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. John R. Collision in Madison Heights and Armitage Collision Inc in Huntington Woods also close at 6 p.m. on weekdays.
Which shops require or recommend appointments?
Appointments are required at 4th Street Auto Care in Royal Oak, MI and Crash Champions Collision Repair Ferndale. Appointments are recommended at First Call Auto Care, the Crash Champions location at 818 N Main St, Royal Oak, MI, and Royal Oak Ford Body Shop. Great Lakes Collision and Armitage Collision Inc also recommend appointments.