Where to Take Your Car for Repairs in Los Angeles

Finding a good repair shop to take your vehicle that’s in need of service to can be a very difficult task. There are a lot of scammers and unscrupulous repair shops that tend to take advantage of people, especially those that don’t know particularly much about automobiles.  To avoid this from happening to you, we’ve compiled a list of what to look for and what to watch out for in finding a car repair shop.

Beware of Scare Tactics: A sure sign of a repair shop that is trying to scam you is one that uses scare tactics. Telling you things like “I wouldn’t drive this another minute” is a good example of a mechanic that’s trying to take advantage of you. While sometimes this may be true, your car maybe shouldn’t be driven for another minute, more often than not this is a scam mechanic trying to get you to part ways with your money.

Trust Your Gut: If you think that you’re overpaying or being charged for service that you and your car don’t really need, get a second opinion. Oftentimes, it can be best to get the second of a family member or friend who knows a thing or two about cars, that way you know for sure they’re not trying to scam you. If you take your car to another mechanic for a second opinion, you should be sure to leave out what the other mechanic thoughts and prices were.

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Protecting the Goods: BMW M2

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The BMW M2 is fully equipped with the highest technology and performance benefits on the inside, but it’s what’s on the outside that needs adequate protection. While it is practically invisible, this car has an extra film layer on the front end to keep the Alpine White coat looking brand new.

3M’s Paint Protection Film is the perfect way to prevent scratches and other debris from impacting the vehicle’s paint. If you’ve been debating whether or not to get a clear bra on your car, just think about the benefits moving forward.

Here are some reasons why it’s a good idea – straight from the manufacturer: 

1. High-performance urethane film protects vulnerable, painted areas of the vehicle from scratches, chips, and stains.
    
2. The protective film does not alter the color or design elements of the vehicle.
3. Armed with self-healing technology that delivers unrivaled scratch resistance.
4. Has optimal clarity while maintaining the original surface appearance.
5. Supplies tough, durable and maintenance-free performance.
6. Perfect for bumper covers, door pull cavities, side mirrors, hoods, door edges, trunk ledges and rocker panels.

Top Gear calls the M2 “a pure and simple BMW driver’s car: no fuss, no mess, no all-wheel-drive or off-piste body style.” We’ve heard nothing but good feedback on how the car looks and feels, especially when driving through streets or canyons.

At Innovative Auto Craft, we offer clients the latest in automotive vinyl products from the leading manufacturers such as 3M and Avery Supreme. We like to provide the utmost quality in our wraps as we clean, prep, and de-trim each vehicle to ensure a flawless final product.

If you’re looking to protect your vehicle from the road and track debris, we also offer 3M’s self-healing paint protection film. Call or visit us today to get it installed and avoid potential damage in the future.

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How do I choose the best auto body shop near me?

Choosing the best auto body shop in your nearby area is not easy, especially when you choose at the very last moment. However, here are the few things to look for when you choose the auto body shop:

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1. The first step is to ask your neighbors: When you plan to choose the auto body shop, ask your neighbors around. They will definitely suggest few good names. Getting a word-of-mouth referral from a friend or family member can also mean you'll get an honest insight into their auto repair experience.

2. Inquire that first thing after you shift: Once you shift, do not wait for your car to break down. During emergency times, your decisions may be clouded and can depend on your helplessness. Thus, inquire about the auto-shop beforehand and ask for the contact number.

3. Do not choose on price: Do not make the mistake of choosing your mechanic solely on the basis of the price. One should deliver premium quality such that you need not make those appointments again and again. The cheapest rate may not always have the worst services; likewise, the most expensive might not offer the highest level of service.

4. Check online reviews: Online reviews do help with choosing the best auto-repair body shop around you. They might not be the only fact you consider but it could influence your decision to a certain level. Look for the unbiased customers’ reviews because friends and family may have skipped one or two points.

5. Get the estimates: Ask question to them and get the estimates for various services. The more you inquire; more you will get the picture of what they can provide you and with what price. Written estimates will also help you not being cheated on by paying extra.

Innovative Auto Craft is one of the best auto body shop in Los Angeles for more than 50 years. All the celebrities and locals go here for their cars. You try it too.

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Custom Rennen Wheels for Porsche Cayenne

The 2017 Porsche Cayenne is the perfect mix of luxury, off-road ability, and sports-car performance … That’s basically everything you’d expect in a Porsche SUV under one roof.

Our Innovative team made sure this one would be sitting on 20 x 10 inch Rennen CRL 80 wheels. They’re accompanied by a high-gloss, black powder coated finish which helps it stand out from the rest.

While this was a slight change, switching from stock wheels to custom ones have improved the look and feel of this car. We also made sure to incorporate the Porsche logo on the wheels – per the customer’s request. The caps were custom-made specifically for this vehicle.

We stayed on-trend with tinted windows and blacked-out trim all around. The street-friendly Cayenne can easily go from high speed racer to family car in an instant, depending on your needs.

Contact Innovative Auto Craft to transform your next ride!

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Actress Nina Dobrev Gets ‘Sweet Sweet Ride’ from Innovative Auto Craft

While actress Nina Dobrev rose to fame due to her role in hit CW series Vampire Diaries, she’s always wanted to be Batman … or at least drive his car. With the help of Innovative Auto Craft and her friend Jake Delaney, Dobrev recently got the surprise of her life!

Delaney made Dobrev cover her eyes as he guided her to her very own Batmobile (which is disguised as a Tesla). Safe to say, her reaction was PRICELESS! We couldn’t help, but watch along as she captured the whole thing as it unfolded on Instagram stories.

Hollywood Reporter states that her social media ranking skyrocketed after she shared her new ride on her pages – going from the 11th spot to number two in less than a week. Kevin Rutherford added that”A chief driver of Dobrev’s 6 million Instagram favorites (up 38 percent) was a post of her new Tesla electric car.” Based on global data provided by social media analytics company MVPindex, this is the highest she’s ever ranked.

We especially love when she says: “It’s a Tesla: fuel efficient, good for the environment and it makes me look like a badass.” Those are three valid reasons to get your hands on a new vehicle and bring it over to us so it looks exactly how you want it. It is reported that she ditched her Audi and Mercedes for this “sweet sweet ride” that is much more eco-friendly. Not only does a matte black Tesla make Dobrev happy, but the environment is thankful for it as well.

Being that it’s zero-emissions, meaning it doesn’t emit pollutants from its exhaust, the vehicle definitely conforms to U.S. safety, environmental and durability standards. Teslas are even capable of going from zero to 60 mph in around four seconds, have a top speed of better than 130 mph, and can travel up to 250 miles on a single charge.

What makes it “green?” According to Slate, “battery-powered cars are more efficient at converting their stored energy into forwarding progress and [Tesla’s] official EPA miles-per-gallon equivalent is 89, far greater than a standard Toyota Prius.”

Its modern design is also hard to resist. Upon purchasing, you can pick from a variety of colors, but if there’s another shade you prefer on your Tesla model, you can always get it wrapped in vinyl. At Innovative Auto Craft, we specialize in vinyl wrapping and do so with the utmost precision and care for your vehicle.

After taking the car apart and wrapping each piece individually then putting it back together, the car looks brand new due to this minor transformation. “I literally can’t with this matte black finish. It’s actually the Batmobile,” Dobrev said. On her ride, we finished the car off with window tints to keep the paparazzi away so she can have her Batgirl moment in private.

We’re so glad they trusted none other than Innovative Auto Craft with this surprise transformation. We think it looks amazing and gets excited every time Dobrev is spotted in her new toy which will be fun to ride for many years to come.

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Sitting on Custom Finished Rotiform Forged Wheels

As clean as the 2016 Mercedes Benz C63 S design is, we had to add the Innovative touch. It already possessed reinforced structure to support the added length, a two-mode exhaust system and high-performance brake system.

The prized vehicle now features custom painted black-out trim and 15% ceramic window tints … but that’s not the first (or only) thing you noticed, is it? The wheels are truly eye-catching – exposed hardware and all. Would you be surprised if we said they’re custom finished Rotiform LVS Forged three piece wheels?

The front ones come in at 20×9 and the rears are 20×10.5. Each has machined centers with matte face and gloss windows. The high gloss outer lip provides added shine.

Rotiform is a leader in the automotive industry, known for their exclusive wheel designs because they’re experts when it comes to configuring a wheel to fit any look or driving style. There was no doubt that they would produce the finest ones we’ve seen yet.

We also lowered the H&R Sport Springs which further improved the suspension performance and quality. Leave it to Innovative Auto Craft to make your vehicle look and feel good while driving!

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