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Old Jan 11, 2026 | 08:29 AM
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So I have a few minor scratches and imperfections and would like my ride to look better. Who do you trust to get your baby back to showroom condition? Only the Lexus dealer or a qualified paint and body shop ?
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Old Jan 11, 2026 | 05:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Bkeeney17
So I have a few minor scratches and imperfections and would like my ride to look better. Who do you trust to get your baby back to showroom condition? Only the Lexus dealer or a qualified paint and body shop ?
Body Shop!

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Old Jan 11, 2026 | 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Bkeeney17
So I have a few minor scratches and imperfections and would like my ride to look better. Who do you trust to get your baby back to showroom condition? Only the Lexus dealer or a qualified paint and body shop ?

I would probably get several quotes

One from the nearest Certified Lexus Collision Center, which you can locate thru below website and we happen to have 3 in my area

HOME - Lexus

Another quote(s) from reputable places that have 4-5 Star ratings.

I could also call the dealership and ask who they go through for whatever specific repair(s) I need, not sure if they’d tell me but it’s worth a try.



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Old Jan 12, 2026 | 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted by RofH
I would probably get several quotes

One from the nearest Certified Lexus Collision Center, which you can locate thru below website and we happen to have 3 in my area

HOME - Lexus

Another quote(s) from reputable places that have 4-5 Star ratings.

I could also call the dealership and ask who they go through for whatever specific repair(s) I need, not sure if they’d tell me but it’s worth a try.
Great advice, thank you.
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