South LA · 22 miles south of the shop
Auto body & collision repair for Watts
Watts is about 29 road miles from our Sun Valley shop. The I-110 north to US-101 and the CA-170, or the I-5 through downtown, brings South LA vehicles up to Sun Valley. California law lets you choose your body shop, so the drive is the only thing to weigh.
After a collision in Watts
Who shows up, and what to do.
Watts is part of the City of Los Angeles, so collisions on its streets are handled by the Los Angeles Police Department — specifically its South Traffic Division, which investigates traffic collisions in this part of the city. Collisions on the I-105, I-110 and I-710 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 Watts's local streets that's LAPD South Traffic Division; on the I-105 and I-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.
LA basin, street-parked
What South LA roads do to cars.
Rear-end and sideswipe damage from congested freeway interchanges.
Street-parked cars exposed to sun, grime and hit-and-run damage.
Debris strikes and chips from truck traffic on freight corridors.
The I-110, I-105 and I-710 cut through the area, and the I-105/I-110 interchange is one of the largest in Southern California. Crenshaw, Western, Vermont and Central avenues carry heavy traffic end to end.
Basin cars live outdoors, in traffic and on the street. Sun, traffic film and bird droppings etch clearcoat, and street parking multiplies scrapes and hit-and-run damage. Small breaks in the paint are cheapest to fix before they spread.
- I-105 (Glenn Anderson Freeway)
- I-110 (Harbor Freeway)
- I-710 (Long Beach Freeway)
Getting here
Watts → Sun Valley
The I-110 north to US-101 and the CA-170, or the I-5 through downtown, brings South LA vehicles up to Sun Valley.
Not drivable? We tow 24/7 — call (626) 646-7117 with your location in Watts.
11782 Sheldon St, Sun Valley, CA 91352
- Monday – Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Watts FAQ
Local answers.
Who takes a traffic collision report in Watts?
Watts is part of the City of Los Angeles, so collisions on its streets are handled by the Los Angeles Police Department — specifically its South Traffic Division, which investigates traffic collisions in this part of the city. Collisions on the I-105, I-110 and I-710 are handled by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). If anyone is injured, call 911 first.
How far is Top Tier Auto Collision from Watts?
About 22 miles in a straight line — roughly 29 road miles. The I-110 north to US-101 and the CA-170, or the I-5 through downtown, brings South LA vehicles up 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 Watts 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 Watts?
Yes — we offer 24/7 towing. Call (626) 646-7117 with your location.
Is it worth bringing my car from Watts to Sun Valley?
It can be — especially if the car was damaged in the Los Angeles area, you work or commute nearby, or you want a shop you trust. Start with photos through our free estimate form; you'll know what the repair involves before you decide on the drive.
Does the heat in Watts damage car paint?
Basin cars live outdoors, in traffic and on the street. Sun, traffic film and bird droppings etch clearcoat, and street parking multiplies scrapes and hit-and-run damage. Small breaks in the paint are cheapest to fix before they spread.
What if my collision happened on the freeway near Watts?
Collisions on the I-105, I-110 and I-710 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.
Watts 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