1930 S LA CIENEGA BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90034

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MONDAY - FRIDAY: 7AM - 5PM

SATURDAY: 9AM-2PM

SUN: CLOSED

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

YOU’VE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT? WHAT NOW

  • Contact your insurance company and report the accident.
  • Your adjuster will take all of the details and try to determine who is at fault. The adjuster will either waiver or apply your deductible accordingly, once a claim has been made. Remember – it is you that decides which body shop will repair your vehicle.
  • The adjuster will send a damage appraiser to the collision shop that your vehicle is at to assess and negotiate the repair damage.
  • When your vehicle has received approval for repair, the shop will contact you to sign a repair order before proceeding with the repairs.
  • Parts are ordered and a body technician is assigned to repair your vehicle.
  • Your vehicle is then sent to prep and paint.
  • The vehicle is then ready for parts assembly and the detail department clean-up.

DO I HAVE THE RIGHT TO SELECT THE SHOP THAT WILL REPAIR MY CAR OR MUST I USE THE ONE REFERRED BY MY INSURANCE?

ABSOLUTELY YES!
Only you may select the repair facility. You have the right to go to the repair shop of your choice. Your insurance company cannot require that you go to a particular shop. But, for example, if your vehicle is a BMW leased vehicle, you are required to use a BMW Certified Collision Repair Centre.

IF MY INSURANCE COMPANY DOES NOT AGREE WITH THE AMOUNT OF THE LOSS, DO I HAVE ANY RECOURSE?

YES – When the insured and the insurer fail to agree on the amount of the loss, both parties are entitled to arbitration. A typical arbitration clause would explain that when the insured and the insurer fail to agree on the amount of the loss, either party may demand an independent appraisal within 60 days of the date of loss. The insured and the insurer must each select a competent appraiser, and the appraisers in turn must select a competent and disinterested umpire. Should there be a disagreement as to the amount between the appraisers, they must submit their differences to the umpire.

HOW CAN I HANDLE THE INSURANCE PROCESS WITH THE LEAST AMOUNT OF HASSLE?

Your best bet is to select the shop of your choice to do the repairs and assign them the right to negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. A reputable shop like Specialty Car Craft will put your best interests first and will improve your chances of negotiating a fair settlement. Differences in repair estimates are common. A lower estimate may not include all the necessary work. If you’re not sure why one estimate is different from another you’ve received, please ask us.

Over 50 Years of Experience in
Luxury Car Repair & Restoration.

WHERE CAN I TURN IF I AM UNHAPPY WITH THE REPAIRS DONE BY THE SHOP?

Your first effort should be to resolve any problems directly with the shop that did the repairs. Involving the insurance company or another shop may only escalate the problem and increase the difficulty in getting it resolved.

WILL THE PARTS BE ORDERED BEFORE I DROP OFF MY VEHICLE FOR REPAIR?

We can order most of your vehicle’s parts at the time the insurance company authorizes the repairs and then schedule your vehicle for drop-off a couple of days later. However, we will not know all the parts that will be needed until are able to complete the disassembly process and carefully inspect your vehicle for any hidden damage. On modern vehicles, hidden damage is almost inevitable. If your vehicle is found to be unsafe to drive, then we can immediately help you arrange for a rental vehicle or give you a ride home.

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 I GET OTHER SERVICE WORK DONE ON MY VEHICLE WHILE IT IS IN THE BODY SHOP?

Yes. Just let us know what other work you would like done so we can make the necessary arrangements.

HOW LONG WILL THE REPAIRS TO MY VEHICLE TAKE?

Your personal contact person here at Specialty Car Craft can give you an estimate of the time it will take to complete the repairs to your vehicle. Also, you can be sure we will stay in touch with you throughout the course of the repairs so you will never be left wondering how the repairs are going.

CAN I GET A RIDE HOME WHEN I DROP OFF MY CAR?

Yes, we would be happy to provide this service to you. We want each customer’s visit to be a positive experience and will work diligently towards that goal. We provide a valet pickup and delivery service.

IS THERE A WARRANTY ON THE REPAIRS TO MY VEHICLE?

Yes. Specialty Car Craft guarantees all repairs with a Lifetime Warranty.

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 carry broad collision, and you were not at fault, your insurance company most likely will waive your deductible. Insurance companies determine fault by your account of the accident when you make the claim, and by reviewing the accident report filed with the police department. If you aren’t sure about your deductible, you can call your agent and he can tell you whether your insurance company has waived your deductible or whether you will be responsible to pay this when you pick up your vehicle.

WHO DO I PAY MY DEDUCTIBLE TO?

If your deductible is not waived, it will be your responsibility to pay Specialty Car Craft when you pick up your vehicle. If you aren’t sure about your deductible, you can call your agent and he can tell you whether your insurance company has waived your deductible or whether it will be your responsibility.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?

The easiest and most convenient way to pay for your portion of the repairs to your vehicle is with a major credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, & American Express. Of course, cash and certified checks are always welcome.