About Bristol West
Bristol West was founded in 1973 in Florida as a non-standard personal auto insurer and has been part of the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies since Farmers acquired Bristol West Holdings in 2007. It focuses on providing auto coverage to drivers with a limited insurance history, past violations, or other factors that can make it harder to qualify with standard-market carriers, with coverage available across dozens of states. Bristol West policies are sold through independent agents and brokers rather than directly to consumers.
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Getting a Bristol West quote in Florida
Tell us what you need covered and we'll quote Bristol West alongside our other carriers, then walk you through the differences in price and coverage. Bristol West makes the final underwriting and pricing decision, and coverage can't be bound or changed through this website.
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Can Magnuson Insurance quote Bristol West?
Yes. Magnuson Insurance, an independent agency in Lakeland, Florida, can quote Bristol West for personal auto and commercial auto coverage and compare it side by side with the other carriers we work with. Bristol West makes the final underwriting and pricing decision, and coverage can't be bound or changed through this website.
What is Bristol West's claims phone number?
Report a claim to Bristol West at 800-274-7865. If you're a Magnuson Insurance customer, you can also call us at (863) 606-5147 during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm) and we'll help you report it and follow up.
How do I pay my Bristol West bill?
Bristol West bills its policyholders directly, so pay through Bristol West's online payment page (linked on this page) or the phone number on your bill. Magnuson Insurance's own Make a Payment page is only for invoices the agency sends you, such as broker fees.
Florida insurance guides
Magnuson Insurance is an independent agency licensed by the Florida Department of Financial Services (agency license L104700). Bristol West's name and logo are its trademarks. Claims numbers and links are Bristol West's own; your policy documents have the final word. Last updated October 9, 2026.