Facts you need to know . . .
You have the right to choose your repair shop. Your insurance company cannot require you to go to a particular repair facility.
You should choose a repair shop that has "state-of-the-art" equipment and certified technicians (I-CAR and ASE)
Use a repair shop that offers a lifetime written warranty.
Some insurance companies request that you visit their drive-in claims center before having your car repaired. Whether you choose to do so is your choice. You may prefer to leave your car at your collision repair shop and request that the insurance company send an appraiser to that facility.
There is no legal requirement that you obtain more than one estimate for your vehicle repairs.
Differences in shop repair estimates and insurance estimates are common. A lower estimate may not include all necessary work or updated parts prices. If you are unsure why one estimate is different from another, feel free to ask your customer service representative at your repair shop.
Verify that your repair shop will be using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts.
Your collision repair shop should negotiate your claim on your behalf with the insurance company.
If your car is unsafe to drive, do not drive it. If you are unsure, check with your repair facility.
Your car is one of your largest investments. Maintain its value and your safety by having it repaired professionally.
We hope that you will never need to call our Fred Baker Porsche Audi Center, but if you DO experience a collision, or damage due to theft, you will feel more at ease knowing that after you've notified your insurance agent, all you have to do is make one stop.
Not only do we take care of the body work and total repair of your vehicle - we also take care of YOU. We handle all estimates, towing, car rental arrangements and will maintain contact with your insurance company.
You can be assured of not having to be tangled in a web of paperwork, quotes, estimates, phone calls and making arrangements because we do it all - guaranteed!
Collision Repair
The technicians assigned to repair your vehicle are ones who have been highly trained on the model of car you drive. They are experts at diagnosing and repairing Porsche, Audi, BMW, Infiniti, Lexus, Honda, Mercedes, Nissan and many more makes and models. This not only saves you time - it also assures you that your vehicle will be fixed RIGHT - by technicians who know your car.
From minor dings to major collision damage, our skilled body experts utilize both their finely-tuned knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment to restore your vehicle to pre-accident condition.
Painting & Detailing
We pride ourselves in having the most sophisticated painting equipment available in the industry. That's important: The technology used in applying today's paint finishes REQUIRES top-of-the-line equipment and highly skilled technicians. Detailing requires expert hands and the eyes of an artist.
Towing & Rental
For your convenience, we will tow your vehicle and take care of the rental arrangements. We have Enterprise rent-a-car on site with an extensive fleet on the premises. They bill your insurance directly to minimize your paperwork and hassle. For after hours towing call Interstate Wrecker Service Inc 216-475-0099.
BODYSHOP
Use our online form to schedule an appointment, contact our auto body shop directly at
(800) 584-4707 or visit us in person at 19400 Rockside Rd, Bedford, Ohio 44146 We are the Bedford auto Body Center of choice because we are committed to your satisfaction.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
FRED BAKER PORSCHE AUDI GOES GREEN WITH PPG WATERBORNE PAINT
Bedford, OH Nov 1, 2009 - Fred Baker Porsche Audi has taken a proactive stand in protecting the
environment by being the one of the first repair centers on the Bedford Auto Mile to go "green" with its
paint finishing system. The collision center recently switched to a low-VOC PPG waterborne basecoat from
a conventional solvent-based system.
"We knew this was the right thing to do," said Mark Rigby, Fixed Operations manager of Fred Baker
Porsche Audi. "Our shop was already environmentally-friendly - we recycle, we dispose of materials
properly - it was natural for us to take this next step. By using PPG's Envirobase®High Performance for
refinishing vehicles, we'll significantly reduce the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released
into the air, help improve the quality of our air and add to an overall healthier work environment."
VOCs are chemical compounds commonly used in paint coatings and cleaning products. When released into
the atmosphere they help create ozone and smog. When compared to a conventional solvent borne basecoat,
the PPG Envirobase® High Performance system can reduce basecoat-sourced VOC emissions by up to 80%.
Waterborne coatings are mandatory in California and Canada. They are not yet required in Ohio, so Fred
Baker Porsche Audi's move places it in the forefront of proactive green action.
Waterborne basecoat is the latest coatings technology typically used by automobile manufacturers to create
the original color on today's vehicles. According to PPG, the use of its waterborne color toners in collision
centers aligns with the motor manufacturer's process and allows metallics to lay out the same as they do
from the factory.
"This is a major technological advancement we've invested in," says Lenny Latko, the body shop manager
at Fred Baker Porsche Audi. "By using water-based coatings, we're part of the solution, not part of the
problem. Plus, while the paint is better ecologically, we wouldn't compromise on quality and the Envirobase
High Performance system proved outstanding for ease of application and color-matching. Our paint
technicians have been trained by PPG and are delighted with the change."
Kathi Minut, PPG territory manager says, "Fred Baker Porsche Audi's green commitment is impressive.
They didn't have to switch to water-based paint; they chose to. PPG is happy to provide the products and
support for their success."
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Fred Baker Porsche Audi's supplier is also enthusiastic about the switch. Says Brent Nero of D & S Color
Supply, which services the collision center "We congratulate Fred Baker Porsche Audi on their initiative.
Moving to PPG's waterborne coatings will keep them on the cutting edge of green awareness."
For further information please contact:
Mark Rigby
440-232-4700 ext 134
About Fred Baker Porsche Audi
Fred Baker Porsche Audi is located at 19400 Rockside Road in Bedford, OH. The company was established
in xxx. They are committed to providing the highest level of quality workmanship, premium customer
service and environmentally-conscious practices.
About PPG
Pittsburgh-based PPG is a global supplier of paints, coatings, chemicals, optical products, specialty
materials, glass and fiber glass. The company has more than 150 manufacturing facilities and equity
affiliates and operates in more than 60 countries. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange
(symbol: PPG). For more information, visit www.ppg.com.
About D&S Color Supply, Inc
D&S Color Supply, Inc. is located in Middleburgh Heights, OH. Since 1954, they have been providing the
automotive, industrial and fleet industries with the highest quality paint products and service. Exceptional
sales, service and support have earned D&S Color Supply, Inc. the elite status of Platinum Distributor by
PPG, world leaders in automotive finishes. For more information, call Ben Ihde 216-252-1200.
19400 Rockside Road
Bedford, 44146