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Built on Family. Backed by Decades.

LJ's Auto Body Shop has been serving the families and businesses of Eastern North Carolina since 1979 — nearly 50 years of honest work, skilled hands, and a reputation built one repair at a time.

Larry Jefferson founded this shop on a simple belief: treat every vehicle like it belongs to someone you know, because it does. That philosophy took root right here on US 264 Highway, where what started as a small family operation grew into one of the most trusted collision repair facilities in the region.

When Larry's son Willie Jefferson took over the business, he carried forward a standard, not just a set of keys. Today, with Ty Runge leading day-to-day operations as shop manager, LJ's continues to run with the same integrity that's defined it from the beginning. Familiar faces, family values, and a team that takes pride in doing the job right.

We work with all major insurance companies and always offer free, no-obligation estimates. Every repair leaves our shop backed by our lifetime warranty, because at LJ's, we believe getting back on the road shouldn't come with surprises. Just straight answers and work you can trust.

Washington, NC | Excellence Guaranteed Since 1979

LJ's Auto Body Shop Is Family Owned And Operated

Full Service Auto Body Repair

Call to schedule your free estimate:

(252) 946-9489

Certifications & Credentials

I-CAR Gold Class Collision Repair
I-CAR Gold Class Our Gold Class status means we've gone above and beyond to complete and maintain collision repair training requirements.
ASE Certified
ASE Certified Technicians National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence
PPG Certified
PPG Certified Our paint line — PPG Limited Lifetime Paint Performance Guarantee
Carolinas Collision Association Member
CCA Member Carolina's Collision Association
Limited Lifetime Warranty All repairs backed by our comprehensive limited lifetime guarantee
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Why Families Trust LJ's

For nearly 50 years, our reputation has been built on doing the right thing — every time, for every customer.

Family Values

We treat every customer like a member of our own family. Your satisfaction is personal to us.

50 Years Strong

Nearly five decades of trusted service to Eastern North Carolina communities.

Expert Craftsmanship

I-CAR Gold Class certified technicians using the latest repair techniques and equipment.

4.7 Star Rating

227+ verified reviews from satisfied customers who trust us with their vehicles.

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Fair Pricing and a Lifetime Warranty On All Repairs

We understand that your car is not only one of your biggest investments, but that its dependable operation is a critical part of your family's life. With that in mind, we have straightforward, fair pricing, a comprehensive lifetime warranty on all repairs, and strive to interact with our customers as if they were members of our own family.

From the moment you walk through our doors, you'll experience the difference that nearly 50 years of family-owned service makes. No corporate runaround, no hidden fees — just honest people doing honest work.

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