Auto Body Repair in Manhattan, NY
D. MacArthur Auto Body is the full-service auto body repair shop at 136-31 Springfield Blvd in Queens, NY. Panel replacement, restoration to factory spec, paint, frame work, and direct insurance billing — all in one shop on Springfield Boulevard. Call (718) 723-6163. Serving Manhattan drivers from our shop at 136-31 Springfield Blvd in Queens since 1973. Direct insurance billing, factory-spec processes, lifetime workmanship warranty. Call (718) 723-6163.
What does auto body repair cost for Manhattan drivers?
Auto body repair pricing varies by service and damage. Below are typical D. MacArthur Auto Body ranges for common job categories. Manhattan drivers see the same itemized estimate format every other shop submits to your carrier — parts, paint, labor hours, and consumables broken out line by line, no vague "shop time" markup hiding the real numbers. Distance from Manhattan varies by neighborhood; the 31 Manhattan neighborhoods we serve range from 12.5 to 17.0 miles from 136-31 Springfield Blvd.
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Neighborhoods in Manhattan we serve for auto body repair
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Frequently asked questions about auto body repair in Manhattan
Do you offer pickup and delivery?
Yes — free pickup and delivery, plus a free shuttle to the train or your home. Call (718) 723-6163 to set it up.
What insurance carriers do you work with?
Every major NY carrier — GEICO, Allstate, State Farm, Progressive, Liberty Mutual, USAA, Nationwide, Travelers, Farmers, MetLife, Esurance, AAA, plus local and specialty carriers.
How much does a bumper repair cost?
Minor scuff repair $250–$500. Plastic crack repair $400–$900. Bumper cover replacement with paint $700–$1,500. Sensor calibration adds $150–$400 if needed.
Do you do paint matching or just paint replacement?
Both. Spot blends within a panel, edge-to-edge respray, and full vehicle refinish — we match factory color codes with spectrophotometer reads, not just stock paint codes.
Do you de-energize the EV battery before repair?
Yes. Any structural repair that approaches the high-voltage system requires battery isolation per manufacturer protocol. We follow Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid procedures.
Do you do commercial vehicle body work?
Yes — TLC, delivery, fleet, and small commercial vehicles. Call for fleet rates.
What makes D. MacArthur different from other body shops?
Same family, same crew, same standards since 1973. No franchise quotas, no rotating staff, no upselling. 4.8★ Google rating across active reviews.
Do I need to file a police report after a collision?
NY requires a police report for any accident with injuries or damage over $1,001. Reports help with insurance claims regardless of dollar amount.