In 1901, visionaries looked beyond what everyone else saw. The discovery at Spindletop transformed Beaumont and helped shape Southeast Texas for generations.
More than a century later, Larry and Patti King made a decision of their own. Rather than retire, they reinvested in Southeast Texas — building one of the region's most advanced collision repair facilities with the same belief that investing in your community is always worth it.
Beaumont has always been a city that bets on the future. The Spindletop discovery didn't just change Southeast Texas — it changed the world. That same spirit of vision and commitment to this community is exactly why CARSTAR of Port Arthur exists today.
The King family's roots in Southeast Texas run deep. The legacy began with Patti's father, Aubrey Raiford, whose commitment to serving this community established values that continue today. Larry and Patti embraced that legacy, carrying forward the same belief that the people of Southeast Texas deserve the very best. CARSTAR of Port Arthur is the next chapter in that story—a state-of-the-art collision repair facility built to serve the families of Southeast Texas for generations to come.
"We didn't just build a shop. We built something we believe Beaumont and Southeast Texas deserves."
— Larry King, Owner
"Made the drive from Beaumont and it was absolutely worth it. Flawless paint match, perfect repairs, and the team kept me updated the whole time."
"Larry and Patti run an incredible shop. The King family truly cares about their customers and their community. Best body shop in Southeast Texas — period."
"From the estimate to picking up my car, the communication was outstanding. My vehicle looks brand new. I'll never go anywhere else."
People come from Beaumont not because we're closer — but because some repairs deserve more than convenience. They deserve confidence.





