About Us

Our Facility

Stop by to see our state-of-the-art facility at Gary's Collision Center! We are located at 304 E. Washington St., Freeport, IL 61032.

We are the only Auto Body shop in the surrounding area offering convenient drive-thru estimates!

While waiting for your estimate in our office, enjoy a complimentary glass of water, coffee or hot chocolate in our brand new waiting lounge!

Here is our Paint Mixing Room with Computerized Paint Matching and Axalta's ACQUIRE QUANTUM EFX camera.

State-of-the-Art Downdraft Paint Booth.

Meet Our Staff

Gary, Owner

Meet the owner of Gary's Collision Center, Gary Altensey. Gary has over 20 years experience of hands on training in the Auto Body Repair field. He also graduated from Wyoming Technical Institute(WYOTECH) with an associates degree in Collision/Refinishing Technology & Management. Gary has earned certifications in Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, along with Painting and Refinishing with the Automotive Service Excellence(ASE) program making him a certified collision repair technician. Gary is also an avid guitar player!

Andrea, Marketing/Business Office Manager

Meet our head of Marketing and Business Office Manager, Andrea. Andrea has a bachelor's degree in Graphic Arts Communications with over 10 years experience in marketing, advertising and business. Andrea also has a passion for cars and is a photographer, graphic designer and an artist.

Amber, Customer Service Representative

Meet our CSR and Office Assistant, Amber! Amber has over 10 years in customer service experience.

Justin, Paint Technician

Meet our Paint Technician, Justin. Justin brings over 10 years of paint and auto body experience to our shop. Justin is ASE Certified in Painting and Refinishing. In his spare time, Justin is also an excellent drummer!

Robbie, Auto Body Technician/Mechanic

Meet our auto body tech and in-house mechanic, Robbie! Robbie brings over 8 years of experience in the auto mechanics field to our team! Robbie is ASE Certified in Auto Maintenance and Repair as well as Suspension and Steering.

James, Auto Body Technician

James is the newest member of the Gary's Collision Team!

Our Commercials

"My vehicle was rear ended and I took it to Gary's. I have felt welcome from the first moment I arrived, didn't have to worry about anything with the insurance company. Gary and his great staff handled it all. The work was completed perfectly and will recommend him to everyone. Thank you!"
~Beatrice P., 2001 Acura MDX