Ames Collision Center

05/27/2026

Even minor body damage can do more than change how your Volkswagen looks. It can disrupt airflow and affect overall efficiency in ways that are easy to overlook. Restoring it the right way means bringing both form and function back into balance.

Read more on our blog to learn what to look for and how to protect your vehicle long-term.

At times, body damage can impact your Volkswagen’s aerodynamics & efficiency. Here are the ways to restore your Volkswagen’s aerodynamics & efficiency after body damage.

05/21/2026

A small dent or panel misalignment might not seem like a big deal, but it can quietly affect how your vehicle drives and performs. Getting it checked now can help restore the feel and efficiency you expect behind the wheel.

Book your appointment with our team and let’s get everything back where it should be.

If you are looking for a trusted garage to fix the collision damages suffered by your high-end car, then fix your appointment with Ames Auto Collision Center.

05/20/2026

Keep your drive smooth and stress free with a quick safety check:

• Give yourself space and leave room between you and the car ahead
• Stay aware and check mirrors and blind spots often
• Adjust as you go and slow down for traffic, weather, and road conditions

A few simple habits can make every drive feel a lot more in control.🚗

05/14/2026

05/12/2026

As 2026 Mother’s Day passes…
We at Ames Collision have a few mantras to repeat :
- You will never choose your parents, but a mother will always choose what she thinks is best.
- Time is the only thing that runs faster than a mom.
- Smart Mothers always say “Choose your body shops wisely”
- and Never replace out a quarter panel without a can of cavity wax on standby!

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To all the Mothers and Caretakers out there, you’re seen and loved- Thanks for all you do.
(treat everyday like it’s Mother’s Day!)
ENJOY YOUR HOLIDAY!

05/11/2026

05/08/2026

When your vehicle needs attention, having the right team makes all the difference. At Ames Collision Center, the focus is on doing the job the right way with careful repairs, clear communication, and results you can feel when you’re back on the road. If your car needs work, our team is here to help.

05/08/2026

🔹No matter what car, truck, van, or specialty* vehicle - we can repair it!

🔹Specialized in European cars for over 20 years

🔹We at Ames look forward to ease your discomfort about the instability (or disastrously abhorred outward appearance) of your car - by providing great quality work that will ℛℯ𝓋𝒾𝓋ℯ 𝓉𝒽ℯ 𝓁ℴ𝓋ℯ 𝒻ℴ𝓇 𝓎ℴ𝓊𝓇 𝒸𝒶𝓇.

💙 Your car is waiting… 💎

05/06/2026

Hail repairs or lease returns . Let us know how we can help !

05/06/2026

Don’t let the beauty of life distract you on the road!
However, if your car gets cracked, come to us, we put Humpty Dumpty back.
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🔹Got anymore egg puns? Best comment by 7/7/26 gets a FREE scheduled detail for their vehicle! 🔹Happy egg hunting!

05/02/2026

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EDUCATE YOURSELF ON - GAP - it is not insurance unless you get it from an insurance company. If you get it from a car dealership it’s a financial service NOT PROTECTED by insurance regulations. GAP in all cases only “Kicks in” if the insurance company pays you fairly. It doesn’t automatically cover any amount of short payment.

GAP coverage (Guaranteed Asset Protection) is generally treated as an insurance-type product, but there’s a wrinkle that matters.

What it is:
GAP covers the difference (“gap”) between what you owe on a car loan/lease and what the car is actually worth (actual cash value) if it’s totaled or stolen.

Why the confusion:

* When you buy GAP through an auto insurer (like Progressive or State Farm), it is insurance—regulated like any other auto coverage.
* When you buy it through a dealership or lender, it’s often structured as a waiver or add-on contract, not technically “insurance,” even though it works similarly.

Bottom line:

* Functionally: it protects you financially after a total loss.
* Legally: it can be insurance or a contractual waiver, depending on who sells it.