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"Body work and a new paint job can make a wrecked car look good as new on the outside.  What you can't see in a salvaged car is its twisted frame, the cracks, its electrical problems and more."  Channel 10 News, San Diego CA 11/12/2008.  See story here

 

Repair Issues fall under one of three categories:

 

     Before-Repairs-Begin  

After the accident occurs the insurance company is telling you, the consumer, what you have to do.  In truth, there are still two categories:

1. You are dealing with your insurance company where you have a contract for repairs. 

2. The at fault parties insurance company where you are entitled to complete repairs to restore your vehicle to pre-loss condition.

 

     After Repairs  

You've had an accident and your car is repaired, but how do you know the repairs were done right?

 

     After-Purchase  

You purchased a new or used vehicle and discover that collision repairs have been done.  

 

7 Things Auto Body Shops Won't Tell You

 

 

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