We receive a lot of calls asking “Do you fix rust”. The simple answer is… No. The extended answer is yes, we do not fix rust because it can be an arduous process and is one that does not fit in with our business model. Allston Collision Center is a “production” shop. We fix accidents […]
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This time of year I usually write about how thankful I am for family, health, and our crew. Each of these things remains true as we head into 2019. I also have said many times that I can’t believe how long I’ve been here and how interesting and outrageous it has been over the years, […]
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This vehicle is Hyundai’s flagship full-size model. This is the first time I have seen this car up close and it is modern and super sharp. Hyundai released this vehicle in September 2016 with 2017 models. The Genesis G90 shown here is a brand spanking new 2018 with under 1000 miles on it. This Genesis […]
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ABS- EVERYONE WANTS THEM, NOT EVERYONE CAN WORK ON THEM. So I’m in the gym trying to find my ever elusive abs again and I keep thinking is everyone doing this; working tirelessly to be fit. Sometimes it works, and other times it doesn’t. Some days I’m good and other days, well, just bad. Though […]
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Any Tesla owner will tell you the vehicle is predominately aluminum and a highly trained professional is needed to diagnose and repair them. Allston Collision Center prides itself on having such professionals. Our appraiser, with 40 years of knowledge, our aluminum technicians possessing the most recent training, to purchasing the most effective, modern equipment available […]
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At the beginning of my time 18 years ago, Allston Collision Center began its journey on a shoestring budget. My children were well under three years old, and I had planned on staying home with them until they went to school. Instead, an opportunity knocked. Paul asked me to partner with him in the auto […]
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This 2019 Jeep is a prime example of an almost negligible looking center collision that packed a big punch. If you look at the before shots, you will see how the hood is separated. Most of us would think – hey not too bad right? However, by the time this job was completed, with a […]
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This year, 2018, the Chaet Family enters its 90th year of collision repair. Three generations have proudly served the Boston area with superior auto body work, customer service, and an unbeatable guarantee. The generational history begins with Paul’s grandfather, Dave, opening up shop in 1928. By 1961, the operation had moved to 420 Cambridge Street, […]
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Many of you have had this experience and that includes me. It is a difficult experience to total your vehicle. I’ve been in three total wrecks and had three different experiences. Two were before I owned a body shop, and had no help, and last one after and I knew how to handle it. I […]
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I know many of you out there are thinking – could there be more snow? Three storms in less than two weeks – whew we are getting hammered this March. One of our friends, who shall remain unnamed, asked us to stop doing the snow dance! I realize everyone thinks our business is related to […]
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