State Farm may point you toward their Select Service network. Under California law they cannot require it. Your coverage is identical either way, and your claim is not treated differently because you chose your own facility. Tell your adjuster you're using Century 1st, and we handle the rest.
It means the shop has a business agreement with State Farm - agreed pricing, processes, and terms in exchange for volume. That's a contract, not a quality rating. It doesn't tell you whether the shop holds the manufacturer certifications your vehicle needs, and it doesn't limit where you can go.
Your deductible on a covered claim - State Farm is billed for the balance, at your shop of choice, same as at theirs. If the other driver was at fault and their carrier accepts liability, you may pay nothing. And if the repair costs less than your deductible, we'll tell you before you file.
Rental reimbursement on your policy? We coordinate with Enterprise so the car's ready at drop-off. Not at fault? The at-fault carrier typically covers your rental for the duration.
We hold 20+ manufacturer certifications, employ I-CAR Gold Class technicians, and repair to factory procedure - including ADAS recalibration after the work, the step that gets skipped elsewhere. Lifetime warranty on body, structural, paint, and parts.
Send a free photo estimate from your phone, or call (310) 751-7497. We handle State Farm. You pay your deductible. Your car comes back right.
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Get answers to common questions about auto body repair after an accident
You have the legal right to choose your repair facility. Your insurer can suggest shops, but in California they cannot require you to use a “preferred” shop.
Century 1st Auto Body works with all carriers and is already on many direct‑repair programs. Simply tell your adjuster you’ve chosen us—we’ll handle the rest, from digital estimates to supplements and billing.
One call solves everything. Towing, paperwork, and rental car are arranged for you.
We’re insurance‑approved and use OEM procedures, so your factory warranty stays intact.
Faster turnaround: average collision repair completed in 2‑7 days.
Lifetime warranty and 1,300+ five‑star reviews on Carwise prove our commitment to quality.
If you’ve just had an accident, call (310) 751‑7497 and let us handle the rest.
Insurance premiums depend on the type of claim you file:
Collision – covers damage from hitting another vehicle or object. Any at‑fault collision claim can raise rates.
Comprehensive – covers fire, theft, vandalism, fallen branches, etc. Because you are not at fault, these claims rarely increase premiums.
Before you decide, our advisors at Century 1st Auto Body & Paint can review your situation and help you weigh out‑of‑pocket versus opening a claim. We work with every major carrier and know exactly how each handles rate adjustments.
Call us 24/7 at (310) 751‑7497 for free guidance.
Definitely. We work with every major insurance carrier every single day.
We create a detailed photo estimate and submit it electronically.
Our team negotiates any supplements directly with the adjuster to ensure all hidden damage and OEM parts are approved.
We keep you updated and never perform work that isn’t authorized.
You pay only your deductible when applicable, and we bill the insurer for the balance.
Yes. Whether the rental is billed to your insurance policy or you’re paying directly, we coordinate with Enterprise™ and have the car waiting when you drop off (or when your vehicle is towed in). No extra phone calls or rideshare required.
If you’re not at fault, the other party’s carrier typically covers rental costs for the duration of repairs. Our team will confirm coverage and set everything up for you.
Founded in 2003 by master craftsman Kris Sagryan, Century 1st Auto Body & Paint is a manufacturer‑certified collision center located at 427 Hindry Ave, Inglewood, CA.
Factory-certified for 20+ brands.
4.9★ Google rating, plus 1,300+ reviews on Carwise
Factory‑trained, I‑CAR Gold Class technicians
Lifetime warranty on every repair
Free estimates, 24/7 towing, rental car on site, and everything else you might need!
Absolutely! We back every repair with a LIFETIME WARRANTY for as long as you own the vehicle. That covers:
Body and structural repairs
Paint workmanship & finish
Parts used in the repair (OEM whenever available)
If anything we repaired doesn’t hold up, bring it back and we’ll fix it at no cost—no fine print, no time limit. It’s one more reason we’re the highest‑rated body shop in Los Angeles.
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