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Collision Repair in Traverse City, MI at Gurden's Body Shop

Collision Repair in Traverse City, MI

Gurden's Body Shop has 30 years of expertise in collision and auto body repair for all vehicles. Our crew delivers reliable results with honest, personal service for Traverse City, MI drivers.

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Full-Service Collision Repair in Traverse City, MI

Traverse City is the largest hub in the region, where US-31, M-72, and M-37 converge and heavy tourist traffic each summer means more fender benders, parking lot dings, and deer strikes on the surrounding two-lane roads. Gurden's Body Shop handles the full range of collision repair for Traverse City vehicles — from minor dent and bumper work to major frame straightening — so your vehicle looks and drives like it did before the impact.

Why Traverse City Drivers Choose Us

Drivers in Traverse City choose us because we're honest about what your vehicle needs and we stand behind our work. We walk you through the estimate, the insurance process, and the timeline in plain language, backed by 30 years of quality workmanship. You're never left guessing about your own car.

What We Do in Traverse City, MI

Our crew handles everything from routine dent and bumper repair to complex collision and frame reconstruction. Whether you need a quick bumper reskin after a busy-season parking lot bump or full front-end rebuilding after a deer strike on M-72, we have the tools and the experience to get it done right.

About Traverse City, MI

Traverse City is the county seat of Grand Traverse County, located at the base of Grand Traverse Bay along US-31 and M-72. Known as the Cherry Capital of the World, it draws heavy seasonal tourist traffic, and the surrounding rural roads see frequent deer crossings — making collisions and dents a constant concern for local drivers, especially during the busy summer and fall seasons.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Collision Repair in Traverse City, MI

Get your answers to common questions about our collision repair services in Traverse City, MI.

Do you serve drivers in Traverse City?

Yes. Traverse City is one of our regular service areas. It's about an hour south to our shop in Cadillac, but many Traverse City drivers make the trip for our quality work and honest estimates. If you can get the vehicle to us or arrange a tow, we'll handle the collision repair and the insurance paperwork.

How far is your shop from Traverse City?

Our shop at 315 Hanthorne St in Cadillac is about an hour's drive south from Traverse City via US-31. It's a scenic drive down through the national forest, and we're on Hanthorne Street, just off North Mitchell Street in Cadillac.

Can you fix deer damage from the roads around Traverse City?

Absolutely — deer strikes are common on the rural routes around Traverse City, especially on M-72 and M-37. We rebuild front ends including grilles, headlights, radiators, and frame supports, and we document everything for your insurance claim.

How quickly can you look at my vehicle after an accident near Traverse City?

We recommend calling ahead so we can set aside time to inspect your vehicle properly. We're open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The sooner we document collision or deer-strike damage, the smoother your insurance claim goes.

Do you work with insurance companies for Traverse City drivers?

Yes. We work directly with all major insurance carriers — handling the estimate, supplements, adjuster communication, and paperwork so you don't have to chase it. Bring your claim number and we'll take it from there.

Do you offer a discount for returning Traverse City customers?

We do. Returning customers can get up to $500 off their deductible. If you've brought a vehicle to us before, mention it when you book your estimate and we'll apply it to your repair.

Can you straighten a frame after a busy-season crash near Traverse City?

Yes. Tourist-season traffic on US-31 and M-72 around Traverse City means more rear-end and intersection hits that can shift the frame. We straighten the frame to factory specifications on our frame rack, pulling it back to tolerance and verifying the geometry so the car drives straight and the panels line up.

What areas around Traverse City do you serve?

We serve drivers across northern Michigan, including Traverse City, Cadillac, Lake City, Manton, Mesick, McBain, Houghton Lake, Manistee, Reed City, and Clare. If you can get the vehicle to us, we'll do the work.

Need a Collision Repair Shop in Traverse City, MI?

Call (231) 444-6464 for fast collision repair service in Traverse City from a local shop that's been at it for 30 years.

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Collision Repair Near Me in Traverse City, MI

Gurden's Body Shop provides collision repair for drivers in Traverse City and across Grand Traverse County. We handle everything from minor dent and bumper work to major collision and frame reconstruction, all from our shop in Cadillac.

Collision and deer-strike damage are common around Traverse City thanks to heavy seasonal tourist traffic and deer crossings on the surrounding rural routes like M-72 and M-37. Whether it's a fender bender in town or a deer strike on a back road, our team restores your vehicle to pre-accident condition.

From Traverse City, take US-31 south about an hour to our shop on Hanthorne Street, just off North Mitchell Street in Cadillac. It's a scenic drive through the national forest — and we proudly serve Traverse City drivers alongside our neighbors in Cadillac, Mesick, and Manistee.

315 Hanthorne St

Cadillac, MI 49601

(231) 444-6464

Mon - Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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