STAGED

I can find some threads on body shops, but not really C7 frame repair due to its aluminum construction. Two franchise and highly rated ones turned the work down due to the specialty nature.

Any help would be appreciated.

I'kk cross reference this with what a local Chevy dealer recommends.

48supertruck

Try precision auto body in Reseda.

B y r o n

Certain areas of the frame are easier to repair/replace than others, where is the damage on your frame?

That being said, I had a 2011 GS totaled by my insurance company because of frame damage. The car was purchased at action later and being sold after replacing body panels and such but I doubt they ever repaired the frame damage.

It might be time to cut your losses.

STAGED

Right front quarter panel and suspension.

Thanks for the tips.

B y r o n

Here is a link to a few pictures of my damage. What isn't shown is the damage behind the washer bottle, dented frame.




You can order parts to replace the front and rear cross members because I've seen the repair procedures in the service manuals. Replacing other sections of the frame may require a donor frame which is why most of the time the cars are just totaled as they cost more money to repair then they are worth.

strand rider

I agree, frame damage is tough, and more so with aluminum which cannot be worked past a certain amount without damage to the material strength.

I'd call some real high end dealerships, if a repair is possible, and go from there. If I found a shop with multiple recommendations, I'd make a call.

STAGED

Thanks