Bayside Body Shop, Inc.

Why GM Rejects Reconditioned Wheels and How This Affects Your Chevrolet Repair

Wheel reconditioning is never a good idea in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methods of auto body repair they do or do not recommend.  While some shops disregard these statements, we take a fine-tooth comb to the information they provide so that we can...

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Buick—Here’s Why They’re Right

GM wants you to use only the best replacement parts on your Buick. When you take your Buick to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going to want the job to be done as safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively as possible.  At our shop, one of the ways...

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Buick

GM wants to make sure that your Buick is repaired thoroughly. If your Buick has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body shop needs to take in order to optimize your vehicle’s repairs.  One of the smartest things that a shop can do is...

Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and Why That’s Crucial for Your GMC

Reconditioning compromises the structural integrity of your wheels. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methods of auto body repair they do or do not recommend.  While some shops disregard these statements, we take a fine-tooth comb to the information they provide so that we can provide the...

Why GMC Says You Should Not Use Salvage or Recycled Parts and How This Affects Your Repair

General Motors wants you to have the best replacement parts for your GMC. Nearly every car manufacturer releases “Position Statements” that instruct body shops in how to perform repairs on their vehicles to the highest standard.  While all body shops should have access to this vital information, not all shops...

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your Cadillac—Here’s Why They’re Right

Salvage parts threaten the overall structural integrity of your Cadillac. When you take your Cadillac to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going to want the job to be done as safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively as possible.  At our shop, one of the ways we can ensure...

Why GM Discourages Reconditioned Wheels and What That Means for Your Cadillac Repair

GM warns that wheel reconditioning is a dangerous practice in collision repair. Nearly every car manufacturer releases Position Statements explaining what methods of auto body repair they do or do not recommend.  While some shops disregard these statements, we take a fine-tooth comb to the information they provide so that...

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your Cadillac

GM wants to ensure that your collision repair is done thoroughly. If your Cadillac has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body shop needs to take in order to optimize your vehicle’s repairs.  One of the smartest things that a shop can do is...

GM Says It’s Dangerous to Use Salvage Structural Parts on Your GMC—Here’s Why They’re Right

Using salvage parts on your structural repair just isn't worth the risk. When you take your GMC to a body shop for collision repair, of course you’re going to want the job to be done as safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively as possible.  At our shop, one of the ways we...

Why It’s Essential That GM Recommends Pre- and Post-Repair Scans for Your GMC

GM naturally wants body shops to be thorough when conducting repairs. If your GMC has been in a collision, there are very specific steps that an auto body shop needs to take in order to optimize your vehicle’s repairs.  One of the smartest things that a shop can do is...