- Do I have to take my lease vehicle back to the dealer?
- Where do I get a claim number?
- What if my vehicle needs to be towed?
- Are you open on Saturday?
- Will the parts be ordered before I drop off my car for repair?
- If my vehicle's frame is damaged is the car a total loss?
- Can you match my car paint color?
- Can I get other service work done on my car while it in the body shop?
- How long will the repairs take?
- Can I get a ride home when I drop off my car?
- How can I get a rental car?
- How will I know when my car is done?
- Is there a warranty on the repairs to my vehicle?
- Do I have to pay a deductible?
- Who do I pay a deductible to?
- What forms of payment do you accept?
- What are Betterment Charges?
- Can I wash My car?
- Do I need an appointment for an estimate?
DO I HAVE TO TAKE MY LEASE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER?
No, we repair lease vehicles everyday. No vehicle manufacturer requires that you take your lease vehicle back to a dealer for collision repair.
WHERE DO I GET A CLAIM NUMBER?
Claim numbers are issued by your insurance company at the time you report your accident. Just jot it down and bring it in with you when you come in to begin the repair process, we will do the rest.
WHAT IF MY VEHICLE NEEDS TO BE TOWED?
Please call us so that we can arrange the towing for you. If it is after hours, please call Groat Brothers towing at 734-284-6232.
ARE YOU OPEN SATURDAY?
No, but we are open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Monday-Friday.
WILL THE PARTS BE ORDERED BEFORE I DROP OFF MY VEHICLE FOR REPAIR?
Absolutely. We generally order your vehicle's parts at the time that we write the estimate and schedule your vehicle for drop-off later unless your vehicle is found unsafe to drive, then we would help you arrange for a rental vehicle as soon as possible. This enables us to provide quicker turnaround time.
IF MY VEHICLE'S FRAME IS DAMAGED IS IT A TOTAL LOSS?
No. A car is a total loss only when the price of repairs exceeds the insurance company's determined value of your vehicle. Nowadays, most cars are built using unibody (frame and body as one) construction. Our highly skilled technicians, with the aid of our state-of the-art computer measuring system , can return your vehicle to its original factory specifications. If it is determined that the frame section is bent beyond repair, that section can simply be replaced.
CAN YOU MATCH THE PAINT COLOR?
Today's modern factory finishes incorporate multiple layers of highly specialized paints. We have made a major investment in the finest paint system available and constantly upgrades its technology and equipment to ensure that each vehicle's paint matches. We take special pride in our ability to match factory finishes as the final step in the restoration process.
CAN I GET OTHER SERVICE WORK DONE ON MY VEHICLE WHILE IT IS IN THE BODY SHOP?
Yes. Just let your advisor know what other work you would like done so that he or she can make the necessary arrangements.
HOW LONG WILL THE REPAIRS TO MY VEHICLE TAKE?
Your advisor can give you an estimate of the time it will take to complete the repairs to your vehicle. Be sure to check with your advisor for the specifics on your vehicle.
CAN I GET A RIDE HOME WHEN I DROP OFF MY CAR?
Yes, we provide a ride home for any customer within a 10 mile radius. Please call ahead so that arrangements can be made.
HOW CAN I GET A RENTAL CAR?
If you need a rental car, we can help you make the necessary arrangements. Insurance companies will only pay for a rental car if you have that option on your policy or if you are the claimant. Check your policy and/or call your insurance company to find out if you have rental coverage and what your specific limitations are. We use Enterprise Rental Car (734) 282-7671 and they provide free pickup and delivery from our location.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHEN MY CAR IS DONE?
You will be notified when your vehicle is ready to be picked up. Feel free to call or e-mail your advisor during the repair process if you have questions or concerns.
IS THERE A WARRANTY ON THE REPAIRS TO MY VEHICLE?
Yes, we warranty our workmanship for the life of the vehicle, and we put it in writing! (see shop for details)
DO I HAVE TO PAY A DEDUCTIBLE?
The amount of deductible that you will be responsible for is determined by your insurance policy. If you aren't sure about your deductible, you can call your insurance agent.
WHO DO I PAY MY DEDUCTIBLE TO?
It will be your responsibility to pay us when you pick up your vehicle. If you aren't sure about your deductible, you can call your insurance agent.
WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?
We accept visa, MasterCard, Discover and personal checks up to 250.00. Cash and money orders are always accepted.
WHAT ARE BETTERMENT CHARGES?
Parts that wear out and need replacement with time and use (i.e., tires, batteries, and suspension parts) are commonly subject to betterment charges when they are replaced during the repair process. These betterment charges are determined by your insurance company and are pro-rated based on actual miles on your vehicle.
No, we look at vehicles from 8:00 - 4:30 Monday - Friday.
CAN I WASH MY CAR?
RECOMMENDATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS IN THE FIRST 30 DAYS
DO · Wash the vehicle by hand with cool water and a very mild car wash solution using a soft cloth or sponge. · Always use clean fresh water. · Wash your vehicle in the shade
DON'T · Do not use a commercial car wash. Stiff brushes or sponges could mar the finish and damage the surface. · Do not "dry wipe" your vehicle. Dry wiping can scratch the finish. · Do not drive on gravel roads. Chipping the finish is easily done in the first 30 days. · Avoid parking under trees and utility lines which are likely to attract birds. Bird droppings have a high acid content and will damage a freshly painted surface. Also, tree sap can mar or spot a freshly painted surface. · Do not spill gasoline, oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, or windshield solvent on the new finish. · Do not scrape ice or snow from the newly painted surface.
RECOMMENDATIONS AND PRECAUTIONS IN THE FIRST 90 DAYS
DON'T · Do not wax or polish the vehicle. This will allow the finish to dry and harden completely.
