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Is there a warranty on the repairs done to my vehicle? Yes; Passport Collision Center provides a limited lifetime guarantee on all repairs for as long as you own the vehicle. Click here to schedule an appointment.

To all our valued customers, We are supporting the collision repair needs of our customers. As you manage taking care of your family and work during the current situation, we know that your vehicle may play a key role. If you are looking to repair a vehicle, we look forward to seeing you and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure experience. We will continue to monitor developments and make adjustments as this situation evolves to help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe.

Preventative Steps We’re open and here to help. To all of our valued customers, As you manage taking care of your family and work during the current situation, we know that your vehicle may play a key role. If you are looking to purchase or service a vehicle, we look forward to seeing you, and want to reassure you that we are doing everything we can to promote a safe and secure experience. SALES Our sales department is open and ready to assist you with your car buying needs. For showroom visits, we ask you make an appointment prior to coming in, so we can ensure proper social distancing. We are still available to answer all of your new or pre-owned vehicle questions via phone or email. To contact our sales department, click here. more SERVICE Our service and parts department is also open to accommodate the needs of our customers. Hours have adjusted so please call or check our website before you come in. We will also service vehicles the same day to ensure our customers can be in and out as quickly as possible. To contact our service department, click here. We have increased the frequency of cleaning and disinfecting of all public areas, i.e. waiting rooms and bathrooms. All waiting rooms have also been rearranged to ensure proper social distancing, and all staff who drive or handle customer’s vehicles are required to wear new gloves. We will continue to monitor developments and make adjustments as this situation evolves to help keep our employees, customers, and communities safe. Best, Team Passport

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No, most states allow the shop to be chosen at your discretion. Some, body shops may not be approved by the insurer, in which case you might have to pay a little more.

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announces the 2020 Mazda3 has received 5-Star overall ratings in frontal crash, side crash, rollover, and in overall vehicle score – the highest government safety ratings a vehicle can earn. NHTSA’s 5-Star Safety Ratings help consumers make smart decisions about safety when purchasing a vehicle. The 5-Star Safety Ratings program evaluates how vehicles perform in crash tests. NHTSA conducts frontal, side and rollover tests because these types account for the majority of crashes on America’s roadways. “We are proud that the 2020 Mazda3 has earned NHTSA’s top rating for crashworthiness,” said Mazda North America President Jeff Guyton. “Mazda’s i-Activsense advanced safety features on the Mazda3 help provide even more peace of mind for the driver, helping enhance our customer’s driving experience.” more The 2020, Mazda3 sedan and hatchback are equipped with all the crash avoidance technologies recommended by NHTSA: forward collision warning, lane departure warning, crash imminent braking, and dynamic brake support. Mazda’s i-Activsense safety systems found standard are Smart Brake Support, Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, in addition to Automatic on/off LED headlights, High Beam Control, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. The 2020 Mazda3 sedan and hatchback have also earned the highest awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, each with a TOP SAFETY PICK PLUS (TSP+). The 2020 Mazda3 is currently on sale with a starting MSRP of $21,500.

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Repair Process Here are the basics of the repair process at Passport Collision Center to help you understand what goes on when you bring your vehicle in for collision repair. 1: Estimate Before any work can be done, we will assess the damage to your vehicle. Our staff will then give you or your insurance company a complete written estimate. Also, any parts needed to make the repair will be ordered during this phase. 2: Vehicle Prep The damaged parts of your vehicle will be disassembled and the vehicle repair will be blueprinted. You will be alerted if there is any hidden damage found at this point. 3: Body Work This is where the structural body repairs will be repaired: dents are taken out, new panels prepared and installed, priming, sealing and corrosion protection applied. The repair area will be cleaned, sanded and ready to be painted. more 4: Paint First, the area will be washed and chemically cleaned, and then prepped, primed, sanded and sealed as needed. The vehicle will then begin the Passport Collision Center painting process. 5: Re-Assembly All remaining items and repair parts installed. 6: Clean Up and Quality Control Your vehicle will be cleaned and inspected to verify all repair work has been performed.

First, let us say: We're sorry... Having an accident is never a pleasant experience. Passport Collision Center wishes you a speedy recovery should you have incurred any injuries, and promises not to add to the headache you might already have. That's not our job. Our job as highly trained experts is to get your vehicle back on the roads of the Greater Washington DC area in its pre-accident condition or better - fast. You might also like to know our team is comprised exclusively of painstaking perfectionists. To them, there's nothing less than A+ work. To make an appointment with the Passport Collision Center auto body repair shop in Suitland, Maryland today, simply submit our online appointment form. We promise to get back to you with a specific time (that works for you), soon. Alternatively, you can also schedule your Passport Collision Center auto body shop appointment over the phone, or in person. We're conveniently located at 4725 Auth Place Suitland, Maryland and would be happy for you to swing by while you're out and about.

Alloy Wheel Repair Passport Collision Center Alloy Wheel Repair. Get great results every time. Since blemishes on your alloy wheels can ruin the appearance of your car, wheel repair can help retain its value. Wheels scraped, gouged, scratched, stained, corroded, or rubbed? Our professional refinishing process can restore them to look like new. more Our professionals specialize in repairing curb rash, nicks, scuffs, and scrapes. Wheel damage can occur from something as minor as touching a curb. Should this happen, be sure to visit Passport Collision Center for professional Alloy Wheel Repair. In most cases, the damage is purely superficial and our alloy wheel repair can quickly remove all traces using an innovative process that delivers highest quality results. Bent or broken alloy wheels can create vibrations that cause undue stress to vital suspension parts and potentially can cause unsafe driving conditions. Alloy wheel repair is an alternative to replacing your wheels. Bent rim? Damaged wheel? No problem. Call Passport Collision Center of Suitland, Maryland today, and we'll have you fixed up in no time at all. With a wealth of expertise in everything from general wheel refinishing to alloy wheel and alloy rim repair, we're known as the masters of wheel repair within the greater Washington DC area.

Thank you for being a customer at Passport Collision Center. We look forward to serving you in 2020. We wish you peace, happiness, and an abundance of good health this new year.

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