Automotive Frame Repair
Structural, unibody, frame straightening and frame repair in Brooklyn, NY. We measure to factory spec, handle your insurance claim, and bring your car back to pre-accident condition.
A bent frame is not always something you can see, and driving on one is not worth the risk. Contact us for an honest estimate.
Located at 28 Marginal St W, Brooklyn, NY 11207
A car that looks fine
and a car that is safe
are not always the same car.
Your Car Can Look Fine and Still Have Frame Damage
You walked away from the accident. The car still drives, the panels look mostly straight, and nobody called a tow truck. None of that proves the structure underneath is sound.
Vehicles are built to crumple in specific places, and an impact that looks minor can push a frame rail a few millimeters out of position.
That small shift is the whole problem. It changes how the car tracks down the road, how the doors line up, and how your vehicle's structural integrity holds up in the next collision.
Frame damage hides under the floor and behind the panels where you cannot see it. The only way to know for certain is to measure.
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After an accident, getting your car fixed shouldn't be another headache. Send us your info and we'll get back to you quickly, no pressure, no runaround. Honest answers and a clear path forward.
We work with all major insurance companies
Towing available — call us to arrange
“Second time i take a vehicle to this shop. They never disappoint. Always work in quick and are on point with their work. They’re very accommodating to ones needs. Highly recommend.”
Francisco Garcia
What Is Automotive Frame Repair?
Automotive frame repair is the process of restoring a vehicle's bent or shifted structure back to the manufacturer's original specifications. After a collision, the frame or unibody can compress, twist, or fall out of alignment. Frame repair measures that damage against factory data and corrects it until every structural point sits exactly where the manufacturer built it to sit.
At Exclusive Collision and Repair in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn, we treat the structure as the foundation of the entire job.
When the frame is off, nothing bolted to it lines up right. Not the panels, not the suspension, not the safety systems. So we start there.
How Do You Know If Your Car Has Frame Damage?
Frame damage shows up in how a car behaves, not only in how it looks. Some signs appear right after the wreck. Others creep in slowly and get blamed on something else. If you notice any of these after an impact, get the structure checked.
Warning Signs
Signs Your Car Has Frame Damage
Pulls to One Side
The car drifts or fights the wheel even on a straight, level road.
Uneven Tire Wear
Tires wearing at odd angles often trace back to a frame out of alignment.
Misaligned Doors and Panels
Gaps that no longer line up, or a door that will not close the way it used to.
Vibration at Speed
Shaking on the highway that was not there before the accident.
Trunk or Hood Off
A trunk that will not latch right or a hood that sits slightly crooked.
Noises Over Bumps
Popping or creaking from the structure when you roll over uneven pavement.
How We Repair Your Frame
Our frame repair follows a measured sequence, not guesswork. Every step gets documented, and the structure is verified against factory specifications before your car leaves the shop.
Our Process
How We Repair Your Frame
Computerized Measurement
We scan your vehicle on the Caroliner machine and compare it against the manufacturer's factory specifications.
Damage Assessment
We map exactly what shifted and plan the correct pulling sequence before any force is applied.
Hydraulic Straightening
We pull the frame and unibody back to their original dimensions, point by point.
Cut and Weld
When metal is rusted through or severed, we remove it and weld in new structural sections.
ADAS Recalibration
We reset the cameras and sensors that run your safety systems so they read the road correctly.
Final Measurement and Road Test
We verify every dimension against factory data and confirm the car drives straight.
We do not eyeball a frame.
We measure it, correct it,
then measure it again.
Rusted and
Severed
Frame Sections
Not all frame damage comes from a single crash. Years of road salt and moisture eat through structural metal from the inside out, and a hard enough impact can tear a section apart completely. When straightening alone will not do it, we cut out the compromised metal, weld in new structural sections, and seal everything with corrosion protection so the rust does not come back.
This is real structural work, not a cosmetic patch. A frame that has rusted through or been severed cannot be trusted to hold up in another collision. We rebuild the strength first, then refinish the area so the repair disappears.
Back on the Road in Three Steps
No paperwork headaches. No runaround. Here is exactly what happens when you call.
Call Us or Send Photos
Tell us what happened. Snap a few photos of the damage or stop by. We will tell you exactly what to expect, fast and straight.
We Handle Your Claim
We work directly with your insurance company, arrange towing if needed, and start certified repairs the moment it is approved.
Pick Up Your Car
You collect a car that looks like new, backed by our work. We kept the stress. You keep the keys.
Dealing with an insurance company
after a crash
is a full-time job.
It should not be yours.
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Why Brooklyn Drivers Trust Exclusive Collision for Frame Repair
Frame work is only as good as the equipment and the people behind it.
We are an I-CAR certified shop with OEM approvals from BMW, Honda, Toyota, Kia, and Hyundai, which means we follow each manufacturer's own structural repair procedures. Owner Charlie Garcia is on-site and personally accountable for every repair that leaves the building.
Why Exclusive
Built for Structural Repair
I-CAR Certified
Trained and tested to current structural repair standards.
OEM Approved
Certified by BMW, Honda, Toyota, Kia, and Hyundai.
Caroliner Frame Machine
Computerized measurement to factory tolerances.
Full Insurance Handling
We act as your designated representative on the claim.
7-Day Towing
We bring your car in any day of the week.
Owner On-Site
Charlie Garcia stands behind every repair.
Is It Worth
Fixing a Car With
Frame Damage?
In most cases, yes. A frame measured and restored to factory specification is safe to drive and structurally sound. A vehicle only stops being worth repairing when the cost crosses your insurer's total-loss threshold, which is a set percentage of the car's actual cash value.
Frame damage can lower a car's resale value even after a quality repair, because the history stays attached to the vehicle. That is worth knowing before you decide. A documented, factory-spec repair protects you far more than a corner-cut fix that surfaces later in an inspection.
We tell you the truth either way. If the structure is too far gone to bring back safely, we say so instead of taking on a repair that should not happen. If it is repairable, we show you exactly what moved and what it takes to put it right.
OEM CERTIFIED.
ALL MAKES WELCOME.
20,000+
Cars Serviced
4.9
Star Rating
I-CAR
Certified Shop
5
OEM Certifications
Unibody vs. Body-on-Frame: Why the Repair Differs
Most cars on the road today are unibody, meaning the frame and the body are one welded structure. Trucks and many older SUVs are body-on-frame, with the body bolted onto a separate ladder frame underneath. Unibody damage travels through the entire shell, so the repair has to follow how the force moved across the structure. Body-on-frame damage is often more contained, but it demands the same precision to correct.
Our Car-O-Liner frame machine handles both. We pull, measure, and restore each to its own factory tolerances, because a unibody sedan and a full-frame pickup are never repaired the same way.
Get the structure right first.
Everything else follows.
Will Insurance Cover Frame Repair?
Frame repair is covered under a standard collision claim. We work with all major insurers, document the structural damage in detail, and submit it as part of your repair scope. You choose your own shop, and we act as your designated representative throughout the claim.
That means we handle the paperwork, the photos, the supplements, and the back and forth with your adjuster. We negotiate on your behalf to help ensure a fair settlement that actually covers the work your car needs.
You handle the recovery. We handle the claim.
Frame Repair Questions, Answered
How much does it cost to fix the frame of a car?
Frame repair cost depends on how far the structure shifted and which sections were affected. A minor alignment pull costs far less than a repair that requires cutting and welding new frame sections. We measure your vehicle against factory specifications, then give you an exact estimate before any work starts, and most frame repair after an accident is covered by your collision insurance.
Can a car frame be repaired after an accident?
Yes. Most bent or shifted frames can be measured and pulled back to factory specifications on a computerized frame machine. We restore unibody and body-on-frame vehicles alike. The exception is a frame damaged beyond safe repair, and in that case we tell you honestly rather than attempt a fix that will not hold.
Is it worth fixing a car with frame damage?
In most cases, yes. A frame restored to factory specification by a certified shop is safe to drive and structurally sound. The repair only stops being worth it when the cost passes your insurer's total-loss threshold, which is a set percentage of the car's value.
Can you still drive a car with frame damage?
You should not drive a car with known frame damage until it has been inspected. A misaligned frame affects steering, tire wear, and how the vehicle protects you in another collision. If your car is not safe to move, we offer towing seven days a week to bring it to our Brooklyn shop.
Will insurance cover frame damage?
Frame damage from a collision is covered under a standard auto insurance claim. We document the structural damage, submit it as part of your repair scope, and work directly with your insurer. You choose your shop, and we act as your designated representative through the entire claim.
Will insurance cover a rusted-out frame?
Coverage for rust depends on your policy and how the damage happened. Insurers typically cover rust that results from a covered accident, while gradual corrosion from age is often excluded. We assess the cause, document it clearly, and help you understand what your policy covers before any work begins.
How much does frame damage devalue a car?
Frame damage can reduce a vehicle's resale value because the repair history stays attached to the car. The exact amount varies by make, model, and severity. A documented, factory-spec repair protects your value far better than an undisclosed or low-quality fix that turns up in a future inspection.
Is it bad to buy a car with frame damage reported?
A car with reported frame damage is not automatically a bad buy, but it earns a closer look. What matters is whether the frame was repaired to factory specification by a qualified shop and properly documented. Have the structure inspected and measured before you commit, and ask to see the repair records.
How do you check a car for frame damage?
We check for frame damage with a computerized measuring system that compares your vehicle's current dimensions against the manufacturer's factory data. That catches misalignment down to fractions of an inch, including hidden damage you cannot see from the outside. Early clues like uneven panel gaps, a pull to one side, or unusual tire wear all signal that a measurement is needed.
Do you recalibrate ADAS after frame repair?
Yes. Structural repair can shift the cameras and sensors that run features like lane-keep assist, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control. We recalibrate your Advanced Driver Assistance Systems after frame work so those safety features read the road correctly again.
How long does automotive frame repair take?
The timeline depends on how extensive the structural damage is and whether parts are on hand. A straightforward alignment can take a few days, while repairs involving cutting, welding, and refinishing take longer. We give you a realistic timeframe with your estimate and keep you updated through the claim.
Do you repair truck frames and unibody cars?
Yes. We repair body-on-frame vehicles like trucks and many SUVs as well as unibody vehicles like most modern cars. Our Car-O-Liner frame machine measures and restores each type to its own factory tolerances. All makes and models are welcome.
Frame Repair in
Cypress Hills
and Across Brooklyn
Our body shop sits at 28 Marginal St W in Cypress Hills, Brooklyn, and we serve drivers across East New York, Bushwick, Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy, Flatbush, and the surrounding boroughs and the tri-state area. If your car is not safe to drive, do not risk it. We offer towing seven days a week to bring a damaged vehicle straight to us.
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Hours
Mon-Fri 8am-9pm
Saturday 8am-6pm
Sunday Closed