Our car body shop in Long Island City repairs collision damage, dents, frame damage and paint, and restores cars to pre-accident condition. We give free estimates, work with most major insurers, and repair everything from everyday cars to European makes 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 car body shop repairs the structure and exterior of the car: collision damage, dents and scratches, bumpers, frame and unibody damage, and paint and color matching.
If the damage is part of a covered claim, yes. We work directly with your insurer, and in New York you choose the car body shop, not the insurer.
Bring the car to 45-25 36th Street or call (212) 629-1028. Estimates are free and written.