Our body repair shop in Long Island City takes vehicles from minor dents and paint touch-ups to major collision repair and brings them back to pre-accident condition, with free written estimates and claims handled directly with your insurer, at 45-25 36th Street.
OEM parts come from the vehicle maker. Aftermarket parts are made by other companies to fit the same car, and recycled parts come off another vehicle of the same model.
| Question | OEM | Aftermarket | Recycled (used) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who makes it | The vehicle maker or its supplier | A third party manufacturer | The vehicle maker, taken from another car |
| Fit and finish | Matches the original | Varies by brand and part | Original fit, condition varies |
| Relative cost | Usually highest | Usually lower | Usually lowest |
| Good to ask | Is it new or reconditioned? | Is the part certified? | What is the mileage and condition? |
Your estimate should list which type is used for each part. Ask before work starts if you want OEM.
A body repair shop fixes the structure, panels and paint after damage, while a mechanic fixes how the car runs. Midtown Center does both under one roof.
Often, yes. Small dents with intact paint can sometimes be pushed out without refinishing; creased or cracked paint needs repair and repainting.
Yes. We work directly with most major insurers, and in New York you are free to choose your own body repair shop.