Chaplane

Chaplane Porsche Specialist, Approved Body Repairer for VAG, Fiat, Alfa, Honda, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Subaru,

Obtaining approved status with manufacturers entails strict guidelines of repair. Each vehicle is repaired to manufacturer's standards and we use only genuine parts*. We are approved repairers for Alfa Romeo, Audi, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai, Mitsubishi, Saab, Seat, Skoda, Volkswagen and a Porsche Specialist Body Repairer. The overall benefit to the customer is that our repair methods are continually checked against the manufacturer's standards - ensuring that your vehicle is just as safe after repair as it was when it left the showroom. Established by Alan Chapman - Chaplane is a family run business that was established in 1968 and it continues to grow from strength to strength under the direction of his son Paul. About Our Company

As an independent and family run business we can deliver a personal touch to our customers often missed by a large group of bodyshops. Customer service and satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. This we believe gives our customers complete confidence in the quality of Chaplane.

18/09/2026

Working towards a greener future. We're proud to be part of ARIES the latest Accident Repair Industry Environmental Standard. By measuring and reducing our carbon impact, we're continually improving the way we operate while helping build a more sustainable future for the accident repair industry. 💚

Together, we're making a difference one repair at a time.

Have you been involved in an accident that wasn't your fault? 🚘Don't risk losing your no-claims bonus or facing higher p...
16/09/2026

Have you been involved in an accident that wasn't your fault? 🚘
Don't risk losing your no-claims bonus or facing higher premiums! Contact us directly, and we’ll handle your claim from start to finish in a quick and simple way.

Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

⚪️ Vehicle recovery

⚪️ Replacement vehicle

⚪️ No impact on your no-claims bonus

⚪️ No policy excess to pay

⚪️ Get progress updates by SMS or email

⚪️ Repairs by qualified technicians

Don’t wait reach out to us now, and let’s get your claim sorted! 📞

At Chaplane our aim is to deliver our customers with a quality service to the highest of standards. All our technicians ...
14/09/2026

At Chaplane our aim is to deliver our customers with a quality service to the highest of standards. All our technicians are trained to repair your vehicle back to manufacturers standards and it’s not just your vehicle that will be looked after by professionals, all of our non- technical staff are trained to ensure you receive a quality customer service, from start to finish. ✔️

Here at Chaplane Accident Repair Centre we offer an end of lease de-fleeting inspection. We can take care of all dents, ...
12/09/2026

Here at Chaplane Accident Repair Centre we offer an end of lease de-fleeting inspection. We can take care of all dents, scratches, paint chips and much more, at low cost's compared to your lease company return condition charges. 🚘 🚗

Click through to our website to find out more. 🌐 www.chaplane.co.uk/approvals/insurance-fleet-2

Keeping your car in pristine condition involves more than just a quick wash. Services like valeting, polishing, detailin...
10/09/2026

Keeping your car in pristine condition involves more than just a quick wash. Services like valeting, polishing, detailing, and ceramic coatings offer different levels of care tailored to your vehicle's needs.

⚪ Exterior valeting includes washing, waxing, and treating the paintwork to restore shine and protect it from dirt and grime.

⚪ Interior valeting involves vacuuming, cleaning upholstery, and addressing dashboard and trim details.

⚪ Polishing takes vehicle care a step further by removing surface imperfections such as light scratches, swirl marks, and oxidation. Using abrasive compounds and specialised tools, 3 stage polishing restores the paint’s clarity and depth, leaving a smooth, mirror like finish.

⚪ Detailing is a meticulous process that goes beyond valeting. It involves deep cleaning, restoring, and protecting every inch of your vehicle - including clay barring, polishing, and applying protective ceramic coatings.

Each of these services caters to specific needs, ensuring your car remains in showroom condition for years to come. Contact our friendly team at Chaplane Accident Repair Centre for all your valeting advice. ⭐

08/09/2026

Here at Chaplane Accident Repair Centre, we have invested in the latest EV repair technician training to ensure the correct knowledge is applied when repairing your hybrid and electric vehicles. We utilise the latest EV tooling, equipment and repair methods necessary, in line with the strict manufacturer procedures, to correctly power down and work safely on any electric hybrid vehicle at our bodyshop site in Essex. ⚡

If you own an electric or hybrid vehicle! Then make sure you choose the experts at Chaplane Accident Repair Centre to look after your vehicle repairs.

At Chaplane Accident Repair Centre, we are proud to be licensed and regulated under the RMI BS10125 accreditation for Ve...
04/09/2026

At Chaplane Accident Repair Centre, we are proud to be licensed and regulated under the RMI BS10125 accreditation for Vehicle Body Repair, making us a trusted choice in the Colchester area. 🚗

This prestigious accreditation is the gold standard in the automotive repair industry, ensuring that every aspect of the repair process from materials and equipment to technician expertise meets rigorous quality and safety criteria. ✔️

We continually aim to deliver an exceptional service to our customers and it's always great to see good feedback like th...
02/09/2026

We continually aim to deliver an exceptional service to our customers and it's always great to see good feedback like this. ⭐

If you have recently visited the bodyshop, or have ever used our services, we would really appreciate if you could leave a short Google review to help boost our rating. Please visit our Chaplane Accident Repair Centre Google review page... https://g.page/r/CcTBWMF2OisFEBM/review

Address

45 Brunel Way
Colchester
CO49QX

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441206853322

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