Why Jack Colemans?
60 Years of excellence reputation
Since 1952 Jack Coleman’s Body Shop & Service Center has been Central New York’s premiere repair facility providing customers with full array of services from complete collision repairs, touchups and glass replacements to detailing, towing, and lettering. We repair all makes as well as provide restoration service on classic cars, custom and specialty work on motorcycles, snowmobiles and boats. We use only the highest quality parts and materials to protect you and your investment while providing you with a lifetime warranty. Be sure to give us a call today or stop by for an estimate. Read more
- We have over 60 Yrs of excellent reputation, we owe it all to you,THANK YOU!
- We work 100% for you, our customer.
- We guarantee our repairs and your complete satisfaction at delivery.
- We use factory parts & finishes.
- Rental/substitute vehicles on location
- We are a certified facility.
States Military, Veteran’s, first responders, students and seniors qualify for discounts, please stop by for details!

Your Rights
In New York you have the absolute right to select the collision repair shop of your choice. No insurance company, independent agent, representative, appraiser , adjuster or staff member of an insurance company can legally force you to or away from any specific repair shop, require that repairs be made by a specific repair shop or individual. Nor can they require you to have your vehicle inspected at their drive-in claims center. If you request it, your insurer must inspect the damage to your vehicle at your chosen location or collision repair shop. (Regulation 64)
- You have the right to have your vehicle towed to any location that you choose.
- You must notify your insurance company before repairs begin.
- You do not have to go to a drive-in claims center. Your insurer must inspect the vehicle at any location you choose, within 6 working days.
- You do not need to get two or three estimates. Just ONE, from your shop of choice.
- Your insurance company is responsible for payment to restore your vehicle to pre-accident condition.
- Your insurer must negotiate in good faith with the shop of your choice.
- The registered repair shop you choose should provide an estimate of damage and assist you with the processing of your claim to ensure safe and proper repairs are made to your vehicle.
- A repair shop has no right to speak on your behalf without first given Designated Representative Authority by you.
Services
FAQ’S & News
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Do I have to go to the preferred shop recommended by my insurance company?
Not at all. You choose the body shop you want your car to be fixed in.
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I have a brand new vehicle that has been involved in accident. Can it look like new again?
Yes. We employ a state of art process which enables us to accurately match your vehicle’s finish.
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How long will it take to repair my vehicle?
Vehicle repair time is determined by the complexity of the damages. Jack Coleman’s Body Shop & Service Center will make the repair in a timely manner without compromising quality standards for the sake of time.
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Do you provide a loaner vehicle?
In many situations, the insurance company will furnish a rental car. We also will provide a loaner vehicle under certain circumstances. Please ask for details.
When your insurance company wants you to use their body shop, watch this video first and decide for yourself…