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Frame / Unibody Inspection

A structural check of your vehicle's frame or unibody after an accident, curb strike, or before buying a used car.

Difficulty: moderate~12.5 hrs1–3 hours
Estimated total
$115–440
Parts$0
Labor$115–440
Labor time12.5 hrs

Diagnostic pricing covers testing and identification of the problem. Repair parts and labor are quoted separately.

Repair costs are not included unless separately selected.

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What's involved

What this repair actually is.

We put the vehicle on a lift and measure the frame rails, unibody structure, and suspension mounting points against factory reference points. This tells you whether the structure is straight, bent, or previously repaired — critical for safety, alignment, and resale value.

Symptoms

How you can tell.

  • Car pulls or steers crooked after an accident
  • Uneven or rapid tire wear on one side
  • Doors, hood, or trunk close unevenly or rub
  • Visible kinks, wrinkles, or fresh welds under the car
  • Buying a used car with a possible accident history
Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
Related

Often done together.