About Business
Gold Standard Auto Body Inc is a leading Car Repair specialist serving the Hickory, NC, Hickory area. They provide a wide variety of solutions, including Auto body shop, and other Car Repair tasks. Boasting a solid 4.6/5 rating from 96 verified reviews, their reputation precedes them. As a locally-owned business in Hickory, NC, they are deeply committed to providing honest and reliable Car Repair support to their neighbors. If you are in need of Car Repair assistance, we invite you to reach out to them today or visit their location in Hickory, NC.
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Christian Rossner

★★★★★
Edited 7 years ago
They painted a few panels on my Triumph S3 and all the newly painted panels match up perfectly with the old ones!
Vicki Hodges

★★★★★
2 years ago
I recently had my back bumper replaced, due to a collision. Gold Standard did an awesome job. The paint matched perfectly. The repair took six days. Great turn around time. Thank you so much for a the great job.
Lanie Tucker

★★★★★
3 years ago
Gold standard has fixed two different cars for me. Recently being my current car that I hit a deer with. They have been so kind and worked so well with us as we were communicating with our insurance company as well. After picking up my car, it was beautifully done and no sign of ever being wrecked. When I got my car home I noticed that the trunk would not open ( no fault of theirs )- we took the car to them today and they were kind enough to help my husband reset the battery and it works great. This saved us a trip to the Mazda dealership Charlotte and we are so grateful! I highly recommend!
Deborah Duncan

★★★★★
9 months ago
They did a fantastic job on my vehicle. Service was great, friendly staff and my car was ready when promised. Highly recommend them.
Aleesha Hunt

★★★★★
3 years ago
Very pleased with the service I received from Gold Standard. From the minute I walked thru the door for an estimate I knew I had chosen the right place to fix my car. Not only did they do exceptional work I can't tell I ever hit a deer but they also gave me 300.00 bucks back out of my insurance check when the work was completed. Most companies would have not been honest and done that they could have easily pocketed that money and I'd have never known. Thank you so much for not only be great but also being honest. I will definitely recommend Gold Standard to anyone needing work done.
Ann Jolly

★★★★★
2 years ago
My dealing were with Bruce at Gold Standard. He was very professional. They took care of everything including dealing with my insurance company. Had to have the front bumper replaced on my K5 due to someone losing a cement block off of a trailer and I could not avoid hitting it. The job they did on my car was excellent. They perfectly matched my paint also. If i ever have to use a body shop again, this is the one I'll come back too. If I could give them 10 stars I would.
P Kurth

★★★★★
a year ago
So far, very good. Had a bumper issue and my regular mechanic referred me to Gold Standard. Looked at my problem on the spot, called me with an estimate, ordered the parts and all this in less than 30 minutes.
Karen Bolick

★★★★★
a year ago
Good Job. I have taken my vehicle to Gold Standard in Hickory twice now -Very happy both times. I drive a 2008 Subaru Forester. I love my car and take very good care of it. I prefer it over a newer one. Of course the headlights showed their age being foggy, We have all seen it on older vehicles. I tried several DIY treatments for headlight restoration with no good results. I decided to spend the money and give my car a nice 'facelift 'so to speak. While getting the headlights replaced ,I decided to have the weather stripping around the doors replaced as well. The stripping was compressed allowing air noise to be an aggravation. My car with brand new headlights looks AWESOME!! The dingy headlights were aging my car. It looks so much better. Bruce and Brad made the experience so easy. I am happy with money well spent to make my car look its best --not to mention how much brighter my lights shine now. This is only the second time I have ever written a review but it is so well deserved. May God bless the crew and all involved at Gold Standard to keep making customers happy. 5 Gold Stars and a Gold metal in my book.
Jessie Haynes

★★★★★
a year ago
Excellent experience with Gold Standard! My car was in an accident and while I was not at fault, Gold Standard provided an exceptional experience. They were honest, professional, compassionate, and most of all, helpful. Brad at Gold Standard exceeded expectations and went far beyond what insurance companies would provide in terms of how the process worked, what to expect, what I needed to do, etc. I will absolutely use Gold Standard again if a need arises.
Elizabeth Daggett

★★★★★
9 months ago
The team at Gold Standard is the BEST!! They took care of my vehicle like it belonged to them and treated me with kindness like I was family. If you are looking for Beautiful QUALITY work and to be treated with good ole honesty and kindness this is the place!! Thanks guys, y'all are Wonderful!!!👏👏
Denise Sigmon

★★★★★
11 months ago
Through the years with children having car accidents, etc., Jim Bright has always done the best work for me and my family. I am happy that he is now retired and left the BEST BODY SHOP EVER in such good hands! Gold Standard lives up to its name! Anyone who is considering another body shop for repairs is wasting time. GOLD STANDARD ROCKS!!!!
Jon

★★★★★
a year ago
My wife's Volvo needed a front grill replaced. We chose to take it to a body shop familiar with Volvo. Paramount Volvo of Hickory recommended Gold Standard Auto Body. After the initial phone call to inquire about the repair it was obvious why the shop was referred. Very professional and pleasant. An appointment was scheduled with the knowledge I would wait, patiently, until the repair was completed. Upon arriving I was greeted by Brad who was very accommodating and hospitable. The wait was not nearly as long as anticipated...actually only a matter of minutes it seemed. I would highly recommend any looking for auto body repair to contact Gold Standard Auto Body first. You won't be disappointed. Once again...thank you for the outstanding service.
A C

★★★★★
10 months ago
Gold Standard body shop deserves the name Gold in their business. They not only provide pristine automotive body repair, they are excellent communicators, flexible with your time, provide competitive prices, focus on value and customer service, and their transparency professionalism are exemplar. I shopped around before deciding on Gold Standard and no one came close to them in price and professionalism. Specifically, they greeted me upon arrival with friendliness and respect. I could tell they were knowledgeable about the service they provide. They were specific about the time it would take to complete the task. The quality of their work was paramount, my vehicle was washed at the time of pickup, and my overall experience was a positive one. I am completely satisfied and highly recommend Gold Standard Auto Body on Hwy 70 Hickory. ACC
Tony Wylie

★★★★★
6 months ago
Ive had 2 vehicles painted there. A harley i laid down and a new truck i had the bumper painted. The paint job on both was perfect. If i ever nedd paint work done gold standard will do it for me..There do great work and very fair on the prices!
Cecilia Nolf

★★★★★
3 months ago
These guys did an amazing job on my car. The color (fire engine red) matches perfectly. They were very efficient and easy to work with!
Dean Thompson

★★★★★
Edited 7 months ago
I’m writing to thank Brad and the team at Gold Standard for taking such terrific care of my vehicle. Brad is a true professional. He presented the options involved with the repair and didn’t attempt to “upsell” their services. The work was performed promptly and well. He kept me informed throughout the process and the Gold Standard team did a great job. I wholeheartedly recommend Brad and Gold Standard!
Gil “Dive99ft”

★★★★★
a year ago
This place is awesome. One of their competitors had a 3 month wait and weren't very friendly. My insurance appraiser recommended 3 auto body shops. Gold Standard was the only one I called. Spoke with Bruce Thursday, had my truck in Monday and completed by Thursday morning. Very professional and excellent work. Highly recommend!
John Morris

★★★★★
10 months ago
Absolutely thrilled with the experience at Gold Standard Auto Body in Hickory! Jim and his team are true professionals who go above and beyond. It's rare to find a shop that not only understands the value of a 56-year-old vehicle, but treats it with the care, precision, and respect it deserves. Their craftsmanship is top-notch, and their passion for doing things the right way really shows. If you’re looking for people who genuinely care and take pride in their work, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!
angela adams

★★★★★
8 months ago
I was recommended by another local company that Gold Standard did good work. My 4 Runner had been hit when I was in a parking lot. It didn’t do a ton of damage but I wanted it fixed. Bruce was the gentleman that helped me. He was kind and gave me and estimate. He worked with my insurance company and we made plans for me to put the 4 Runner in the shop. I took it on a Monday morning and had it back by 2pm on Thursday. They knew I didn’t have a back up vehicle and they did their best to get it back to me as soon as they could . The vehicle looks fantastic and you can’t tell anything ever happened to it! All of the staff that I met while in their office was super kind and friendly! I highly recommend you choose Gold Standard Auto! Thanks again guys!
Anthony Moore

★★★★★
4 months ago
I was referred to Gold Standard Auto Body in early Oct. 2025. My Ford Edge had significant DMG to right front end/qtr panel, tie rod. Spoke w/Brad Arrowood got a wrecker to deliver car to him on 10/08/25. Brad answers phone promptly & professionally, calls you back when he commits! He quoted & sent an email estimate giving a 7 work day turnaround for repairs which was 100% accurate (a day early in fact). I had a 3rd pty paying & he also worked great directly w/them accepting their payment & solid communication. The finished work exceeded my expectations, looks like new & car was detail cleaned (exterior). Really pleased. I'd refer to anyone!