San Gabriel Valley · 16 miles southeast of the shop
Auto body & collision repair for South Pasadena
South Pasadena sits 16 miles southeast of our Sun Valley collision center. We repair South Pasadena drivers' cars every week — structure, body and matched paint, with the insurance claim handled for you.
After a collision in South Pasadena
Who shows up, and what to do.
South Pasadena has its own police department, so collisions on city streets are handled by the South Pasadena Police Department. Collisions on the CA-110 are handled by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Collision report lookup- 01
Safety first
If anyone is hurt, call 911. If the cars can be moved and it's safe, get out of traffic.
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Report it to the right agency
On South Pasadena's local streets that's South Pasadena Police Department; on the CA-110, the CHP.
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Exchange information and take photos
Names, license, plate, insurer and policy number — then photos of both cars, the scene and the damage.
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File a DMV SR-1 within 10 days if required
California requires it when anyone is injured or property damage exceeds $1,000.
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Choose your shop
Your insurer can't require a particular body shop (Cal. Ins. Code § 758.5). Tell them your car is going to Top Tier.
Foothill heat & fire season
What San Gabriel Valley roads do to cars.
Foothill heat and UV that oxidize clearcoat and fade older single-stage paint.
Rear-end and merge collisions on the I-10 and I-210.
Parking-lot damage around dense retail and restaurant corridors.
The I-210 Foothill Freeway, I-10, CA-60 and I-605 carry the valley's commuters, and the I-605 interchanges with the I-10 and I-210 back up daily. Colorado, Huntington, Valley and Garvey absorb the overflow.
Foothill communities get valley heat plus canyon hazards and, in fire season, ash fall. Ash left on wet paint can etch the finish, so rinse it off gently with plenty of water rather than wiping it dry.
- CA-110 (Arroyo Seco Parkway)
Getting here
South Pasadena → Sun Valley
The I-210 west along the foothills is a direct run from most of the San Gabriel Valley to Sun Valley.
Not drivable? We tow 24/7 — call (626) 646-7117 with your location in South Pasadena.
11782 Sheldon St, Sun Valley, CA 91352
- Monday – Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
South Pasadena FAQ
Local answers.
Who takes a traffic collision report in South Pasadena?
South Pasadena has its own police department, so collisions on city streets are handled by the South Pasadena Police Department. Collisions on the CA-110 are handled by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). If anyone is injured, call 911 first.
How far is Top Tier Auto Collision from South Pasadena?
About 16 miles in a straight line — roughly 21 road miles. The I-210 west along the foothills is a direct run from most of the San Gabriel Valley to Sun Valley.
Do I have to use the body shop my insurance company recommends?
No. California Insurance Code section 758.5 prohibits insurers from requiring you to use a particular repair shop, and that applies in South Pasadena the same as anywhere in California. Tell your insurer your car is going to Top Tier and we'll work with the adjuster directly.
Can you tow my car from South Pasadena?
Yes — we offer 24/7 towing. Call (626) 646-7117 with your location.
Can I get a free estimate without an appointment?
Yes. Stop by during business hours (Mon–Fri 8–5 · Sat 9–3) or send photos through our free estimate form and we'll get back to you.
Does the heat in South Pasadena damage car paint?
Foothill communities get valley heat plus canyon hazards and, in fire season, ash fall. Ash left on wet paint can etch the finish, so rinse it off gently with plenty of water rather than wiping it dry.
What if my collision happened on the freeway near South Pasadena?
Collisions on the CA-110 are handled by the California Highway Patrol. Get to a safe place, exchange information, take photos, and note the nearest exit or call box number — it makes the CHP report and your insurance claim easier.
South Pasadena damage? Handled.
Send photos for a free estimate, or call (626) 646-7117. We work with every insurance company.
11782 Sheldon St, Sun Valley · Mon–Fri 8–5 · Sat 9–3