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After all, it’s YOUR CHOICE where you get your car repaired. Your investment, your choice.
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Restoring Your Vehicle & Your Peace of Mind Since 1930
At Rudy Schmid, we are your premier one-stop shop for comprehensive auto body repair. Combining nearly a century of experience with cutting-edge technology, we ensure your vehicle returns to the road in showroom condition.
The Rudy Schmid Difference

We don’t just fix cars; we provide lasting quality. We proudly use Sherwin-Williams 9K Waterborne paints for a flawless, eco-friendly finish that makes your car look brand new.
- Lifetime Guarantee: We stand behind our workmanship (excluding rust) for as long as you own your vehicle.
- Superior Standards: Our quality benchmarks often exceed those of insurance company programs.
- 95 Years of Excellence: We’ve been the trusted name in Syracuse collision repair for nearly a century.
Stress-Free “Value-Added” Services
Dealing with an accident is hard enough. We take the extra steps to make the repair process seamless and affordable:
- Insurance Experts: We are deeply familiar with the insurance claims process and will help navigate the paperwork for you.
- Rental & Loaner Cars: Need a set of wheels while your vehicle is in the shop? We’ll ensure you stay mobile with a rental or loaner vehicle.
- Expert Advice: Have questions about the process? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or Contact Our Team to set up an appointment.

I-CAR Gold Class Professionals
Precision Training Since 2014
We are honored to hold the I-CAR Gold Certification, a prestigious designation achieved by only 10% of repair shops nationwide. This certification requires rigorous annual training to stay at the forefront of the industry’s latest technologies and safety standards.
“Being a Gold Class Collision Center complements our 95 years of experience and 5-star reputation. Our technicians work hard to achieve this certification through hours of annual training—it is proof that we continue to be the best in the business.” — PJ Schmid and Diane Schmid-McCall
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