Thursday, April 25, 2013

DnD Body Shop: All Your Auto Repair Needs, Answered


How attached are you to your car? If you’re like me, you’re probably the type who doesn’t want anything to happen to it, if you had your way. I know, it sounds very obsessive compulsive, but we each have our own little quirks and this happens to be my own. I really want my precious car to be in tip top shape, and I don’t even want to imagine the day when I suddenly see a dent, a scratch, or a nick in my vehicle.

But alas, untoward incidents may happen, no matter how careful we are of our things, especially with a physically large thing as a car. Out of nowhere, a huge tree branch might just land on your car’s roof, denting it. Another car trying to get out of a parking spot hastily might just crash into your peacefully parked vehicle, leaving it with fairly noticeable damage. For people like who love their cars so much and love to own cars that always look and drive like they just got out of the dealership, this can be pretty much a deal breaker.  But then, what is there to do? Accidents and collisions happen even to the most careful among us.

The thing about repairing a damaged car is that most car owners either go for the most convenient, the most affordable, or the best body shop in what is expected for them to do. These considerations are usually independent of each other, because expecting all of them to be present in one facility may be a stretch, although quite achievable.

For those who prefer to go with the most convenient option, they can either hire the facility nearest to them (from their place of work or where they are staying) or the facility that their insurance company refers them to. Two things can be considered here: One, is the facility nearest you offer great service? How would you gauge the quality of their repairs? They might be easiest to access, but will you be happy with the work they present? Moreover, with the place referred by the insurance company, the quality of their work may also be in question because they will be paid according to the agreed rate between them and the insurance company. As a car owner, it’s not really realistic to expect premium work from them; after all, they don’t get paid directly

For those who prefer the practical option to hire the collision repair center that will offer the most affordable estimate, the factor of quality will be at the forefront again. After all, in everything, including car repair, you get what you pay for. Let’s just say that if you paid low for the repair of your car, you don’t expect the bells and whistles of top-notch repair. On the other hand, if you are willing to go to great lengths just to get premium service, you don’t expect it to come cheap nor convenient.

But then again, if you live in the San Mateo area, there’s DnD Body Shop. Just imagine, having collision repair for a reasonable cost and world class results. If you think that’s far from reality, think again. For quality, they have I-CAR Gold certified technicians who can handle any car model, be it American, Japanese, or European, in any year, using premium equipment in a sprawling facility on North Amphlett Boulevard. For cost, you definitely will not be given rock-bottom prices, but you will pay reasonably for the great service offered. Visit their office on North Amphlett Boulevard and experience the difference of having all your needs addressed without the hassle or the drain on your budget.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

All Three With D&D Body Shop


If there is anything a car owner like me appreciates, that would be a vehicle that looks and feels like it was just purchased yesterday. It does not even matter if the car is vintage or a hot off the market Italian model – a well-maintained car is just a sheer joy to drive.

However, no matter how careful we are of our babies, there will always be unforeseen circumstances that cause damage to them. Your car might be peacefully parked on the safest corner of a parking lot when a reckless driver slams into it. You might have your car tucked in your garage when a hefty object smashes into its windshield. With the unpredictable weather these days, natural disturbances may even cause damage to your car. What’s a proud car owner like you supposed to do?

There are actually quite a number of options on how to go about having a damaged car fixed.  If you are someone who values convenience foremost, then you can go to the nearest body repair shop. At least, for you, it does not matter whether the place is some hole-in-the-wall establishment or a top-notch facility, as long as it is near you and you get to check the status of your car’s repair as frequently as you can, since you are near the shop. Whether you prefer something your office or near your place, your ultimate priority is convenience, so it has to be somewhere near you.

While this is good and yes, convenient option, you are most likely to get results of your car repair that could would underwhelm you. The expense of having your car repaired by the most convenient option is usually the quality of the result. You cannot really expect the shop closest to you to produce top notch repair. It’s a hit or a miss with these shops, and you need to make peace with that.

On the other hand, if your number 1 priority is premium car restoration, then you really do not care about the location of the shop, nor the money you would spend, as long as you get top notch repair. With that, your priority would be to look for a particular facility that would be up, or even exceed your standards, and if it means that you’d go to places three towns apart from you, you’d gladly do so. The thing most compromised with this, is of course, your budget. You simply won’t be assured of optimum service, from windshield repair to the restoration of your car’s every nook and cranny if you pay less or if you just rely on the company that will be referred to you by your insurance firm. So, for top notch repair, be prepared to dole out a whole lot of cash.

If you are living in the San Mateo area though, you are in absolute luck. You do not only get top notch repair at a reasonable price , but you also get your repair just within the vicinity. If you haven’t gone to D&D Body Shop, do yourself a favour and look into their services. They have I-CAR Gold certified technicians that are sure to give your vehicle the right treatment to make it look and feel brand new. These technicians fix your car in D&D’s spacious facility on North Amphlett Boulevard, with state-of-the-art equipment. You don’t really need to worry if your car will be properly fixed, be it a European model or a Japanese ride, as the certified technicians have the skills and the tools for that. Now suddenly, you don’t need to prioritize convenience, quality, or cost, as you can have them all with D&D.

Thursday, April 11, 2013

No Settling For Anything Less Than D&D Body Shop


Are you a car owner who thinks getting the best service from a collision repair center is as impossible as winning in the lottery? Well, the thing is, you may be right, after all. Getting premium service for your car to make it look and feel brand new after a collision is a very tall order, especially considering the options every ordinary folk has.

You may wonder, “I have options?” Yes, you actually have options when it comes to having your car repaired to make it good as new. The thing is, not a lot of people know what these options are. When their car gets a bump or if they need collision repair, they usually end up having to go with the most practical remedies.

One of these remedies would be to subscribe to the services of the repair center bundled with their insurance policy. In almost all, if not all states, insurance is required for both cars and car owners/drivers. And those insurance policies would have a recommended shop that is supposed to fix all their clients’ vehicles in need of attention. While this is, of course, a very practical and fast way of getting the help your car needs, is it the kind of attention your car deserves? After all, these services are in a sort of bundled arrangement, where insurance companies pay a certain amount to the shop, ensuring the latter a steady stream of customers. The customer then is left to wonder if the shop will really provide premium service they think they deserve, given the payment schedule between the insurance company and them, as well as the huge amount of work the insurance company can “dump” on the shop. Realistically speaking, expecting premium work in this arrangement can be a bit too much.

On the other hand, there is always the option of going for the nearest facility. If there is the need to repair your car in cases of collision of even the most minor of bumps, wouldn’t it be easier to just get your vehicle to the nearest shop from where you’re staying or working? Getting the necessary paperwork, coordinating with the people in the shop, and getting your vehicle out of a shop that’s near you is way easy than having to deal with a shop in another town. But prioritizing proximity over anything else can lead you to some very urgent issues – How is the reputation of the shop? Are their equipment up to date? Do they have the best mechanics?

If you are going to settle for those options, then get ready to feel short-changed. Besides, why settle when you have D&D Body Shop? Their facilities in North Amphlett Blvd. spells professional and top of the line, you’d think twice before concluding you’re actually in a body shop. But then, the sight of cars in all models , from Japanese, European, to American, lets you know this facility has garnered the trust of many vehicle owners. Moreover, this assortment of vehicles also goes to show how talented and properly trained their vehicle technicians are. After all, they are an I-CAR Gold-certified facility.  

Visit the office of D&D Body Shop on North Amphlett Blvd. and don’t settle for anything less.

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Experiencing Expert Care With D&D Body Shop


When was the last time your car needed to be repaired because of a huge dent or a collision? I bet only a few people have experienced such an event. That may also be the reason most of us vehicle owners do not think of such events as bodyrepair or getting your car back to its former condition, as good as new. But then, we should never dismiss theses from happening to us. Even the most careful and most ‘defensive’ drivers have experienced having to look for a repair shop to satisfy their needs. I should know, I am one such driver.

When it comes to driving my car, I am someone you may consider as a cut above the rest. I have my car checked at least once a month, from oil and breaks to wheel realignment. Car washes are in tow every week, even for the car that is just parked in the garage, unused for the week (I usually change cars every other week).  I feel like my cars are an extension of myself, and taking proper care of them would show people how I take proper care of myself. If I don’t take care of my car, I am almost led to believe that people would think that I do not have the best hygiene. Call me weird, but I take pride in having things that reflect proper care and are in very good condition.

Thus, I felt crushing dismay when after a long working day two weeks ago, I saw my beloved car with a huge dent on its right side. Right on the door, beside the dent was a Post-It with a message telling me the details of the person who apparently bumped into my car as he was getting out of parking. My poor car, peacefully parked in my usual parking slot, a victim of a careless act. Now, it just looked sad, with a huge dent marking its otherwise beautiful and impeccable façade.

While getting in touch with the person who damaged my car, he broached the idea of getting my vehicle fixed with a shop he has known for years. As much as I know that he wanted to make up for his error by suggesting a repair shop, I want my car to be handled only by the best. There was no way I could settle for just some run-on-the-mill establishment that I know would save him some cash. My car needs expert attention from a premier firm that specializes in carrestoration.

This is why I had my car handled by D&D Body Shop in San Mateo, an establishment I know will not only do the necessary repairs to my car, but will really revive its ‘good as new’ appearance and feel. After all, they have state-of-the-art equipment used by I-CAR Gold certified technicians. You know that their expertise are not just stagnant, as they continually train and get updates for up-to-date information on all kinds and models of cars. Lastly, D&D maintains expertise in all aspects of vehicle repair, from restoration to mechanicals, from fender to windshield repair.

So when the time comes that you will need the expertise of a vehicle restoration establishment, don’t think twice about getting the services of the best. With D&D, you get experts handling your car, so you only get expert results.