Auto Body Shop in Cedarhurst, Nassau County— Collision, Paint, Dent & Insurance
D. MacArthur Auto Body serves Cedarhurst drivers with collision repair, factory-match paint, paintless dent removal, frame straightening, and direct insurance billing — 5.0 miles southeast of Cedarhurst at 136-31 Springfield Blvd (twelve to twenty minutes drive). Family-operated since 1973. Call (718) 723-6163.
What does body shop intake look like for a Cedarhurst driver?
Common bodywork from Cedarhurst drivers — patterns we've recognized over five decades of work in this part of Nassau County:
spring hail damage
garage-tight driveway dents
Southern State merge collisions
Hempstead Tpke retail-strip rear-ends
Body shop services available to Cedarhurst drivers
All nine bodywork disciplines for Cedarhurst drivers — tap any service for Cedarhurst-specific cost ranges, scenarios, and process detail.
Repair process for Cedarhurst vehicles
Service area for Cedarhurst centers on zip 11516 at coordinates (40.6234, -73.7282) — 5.0 miles southeast of the shop on Springfield Blvd. The shop's coverage of Cedarhurst has been continuous since 1973, which is why Cedarhurst customers appear on direct-billing carrier rosters as a recurring origin.
- 01Intake and Cedarhurst drop-off — vehicle photographed, damage documented
- 02Written estimate — line-itemized for the Cedarhurst carrier
- 03Insurance coordination — supplements filed and adjuster meetings booked
- 04Disassembly + damage audit — hidden Cedarhurst damage uncovered before parts order
- 05Structural and frame work — computerized measurement to OEM tolerances
- 06Panel repair, refinish, and downdraft paint cure
- 07Reassembly and ADAS recalibration where required
- 08Final QC and delivery walk-through with the Cedarhurst customer
Send a few photos and we'll get you a written estimate, no obligation.
What Cedarhurst customers can expect from us
A good body shop is mostly invisible — you drop the car off, the work happens, the car comes back looking like it did before. The bad ones are visible: panel gaps, color drift, hidden rust six months later. Cedarhurst drivers who've been to both kinds know which one D. MacArthur Auto Body is.
GEICO and other carriers active in Cedarhurst accept direct billing from this shop without delay — most Cedarhurst customers hand over the keys, sign one form for the Cedarhurst repair file, and don't see paperwork again until the deductible at delivery.
Cedarhurst insurance claim handling — direct billing
Cedarhurst drivers commonly hold policies with GEICO, State Farm, Allstate, Liberty Mutual. We work with every major NY carrier and bill direct from this shop 5.0 miles southeast of Cedarhurst.
NY Insurance Law §2610 protects Cedarhurst drivers' right to choose any licensed body shop. We've handled Cedarhurst-area claims with every major carrier for over five decades.
We bill your carrier directly and handle the paperwork for you.
Cedarhurst customer outcomes
Cedarhurst driver dropped off a some luxury near Garden City for collision repair, completed in 9 working days with OEM parts.
Cedarhurst TLC vehicle came in with rear collision damage — turnaround target was 7 days to keep the meter moving. Delivered on day 6 with OEM rear panel and bumper.
Cedarhurst family vehicle came in for multi-panel repair after a side-impact — three panels replaced, frame measurement passed, and the vehicle was delivered with full pre-loss alignment and color match.
Cedarhurst runs against Cross Island YMCA and Belmont Park — landmarks Cedarhurst customers reference when describing where the damage happened. The repair plan for Cedarhurst accounts for the kind of conditions Cedarhurst drivers actually face: hempstead tpke retail-strip rear-ends are routine intake from Cedarhurst at this shop.
Family-operated on Springfield Blvd since 1973 — all 5 boroughs + Nassau.
Cedarhurst driver questions
Can I get a rental car during repair?
If your policy includes rental coverage, your carrier arranges a rental directly. Most policies cover $30–50/day for 14–30 days.
How long does collision repair take?
Small bumper jobs turn around in 2–3 days. Mid-sized repairs run 1–2 weeks. Major structural repairs run 2–4 weeks depending on parts availability.
How do you handle ADAS recalibration?
Modern vehicles need camera, radar, and lidar recalibration after windshield, bumper, or panel work that moves a sensor. We perform manufacturer-spec calibration in-house or sublet to a Tesla/Mercedes-certified facility for OEM lock.
Do you repair Tesla and EV vehicles?
Yes — Tesla, Rivian, Polestar, Lucid, and other EV bodywork — including aluminum panel repair, high-voltage system de-energization, ADAS recalibration, and structural work on Tesla's bonded-aluminum chassis.
Can I keep my totaled car?
Yes — you can buy back the salvage from the carrier. The settlement is reduced by the salvage value. Sometimes makes sense for older vehicles or specialty cars.
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.