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Welcome to Auto Cosmetics Located in Altamont, New York

Superior Quality Auto Body Repair Services Since 1981.

Auto Cosmetics Sign

At Auto Cosmetics

We know you have options when it comes to choosing an auto body repair shop in the Capital District. So why choose Auto Cosmetics of Altamont? At our shop we take great pride in the work we do and accept nothing but perfection.

While we enjoy having memorabilia from the 50’s and 60’s on our buildings, our repairs and the techniques used are nothing but the most up to date methods, tools and paints in the industry. If it’s a Tri-Coat paint job or service on a R1234yf AC System we got you covered! We strive to deliver each customer with a homework free experience that is our # 1 Goal!

We handle your Insurance claim from start to finish to stream line the process for you. Auto Cosmetics of Altamont LLC is a local family owned business that understands the value of serving our community and giving back. Check us out on Facebook, Google and Linkedin.

Call us today at 518-861-5429 for more information!

Owner
Auto Cosmetics Building
Building
Auto Body Repair Building

Our Services Include:

• Auto Body

• Automotive Painting

• Automotive Refinishing

• Auto Claims

• Insurance Claims

• Estimating

• Towing and Recovery

• Accident Towing

• Restoration

• Welding

• Frame Repair

• AC Service

Our Paint System

Spies Hecker
At Auto Cosmetics we take great pride in using the most advanced paint system provided by Spies Hecker. Spies Hecker has been writing paint history for more than 135 years. With futuristic products for car and commercial vehicle repairs, they are one of the leading suppliers in this field today. Spies has a long tradition of pioneering the major paint developments of each era. From coach paint in 1882 to the modern vehicle refinish. Read more at www.spieshecker.com.

Meet Our Staff

Platinum ICar

Adam Tafilowski

Owner of Auto Cosmetics of Altamont LLC, Adam has over 20 years in the automotive collision industry. He attended Hudson Valley Community College located Troy, NY where he received an Associates Degree in Occupational Studies (Auto Body Repair) and Graduated in the Spring of 2002. He is also a Licensed and Bonded New York State adjuster, holding a Platinum Certification with Icar (see more at www.i-cartraintogain.com).

Adam has worked at a Lincoln Dealership for his hands on experience fixing vehicles. In 2007, he was hired by a major insurance carrier where he was a Staff Appraiser for 10 years and after that a Claims Manager for 4 years. Adam has handled every imaginable insurance claim from the smallest of fender benders to the most complex claims. His objective “As a body shop owner and claims professional with more than 20 years of experience, I’m here to provide you and/or your business with a high quality repair that streamlines the repair process and leaves you with a homework free experience.  We are well versed and will deal directly with any insurance carrier.”

Rob Varsanyi

Rob started Auto Cosmetics in 1981 and build it up to one of the most reputable and reliable Auto Body Shops in the Capital District. Rob is part time retired and currently working on his own personal vehicle collection while still working part time at Auto Cosmetics with the daily operations of the repair shop.

CJ Smith

Technician at Auto Cosmetics since 2006, CJ has attended Hudson Valley Community College located Troy, NY and Holds and Associates degree in Occupational studies (Auto Body Repair) and Graduated in spring of 2005. CJ also is a licensed New York state adjuster. He is Auto Cosmetics technology guru. CJ is also a start to finish technician which means he handles all aspects of the repairs from body work to the refinishing process.

Todd Rosa

Technician at Auto Cosmetics since 2009 – With more than 30 years in the industry he has the knowledge to handle the most complex repairs. He has a life time of knowledge and is Auto Cosmetics Shop Foreman. During Todd’s free time you can find him working on his latest project a 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. Todd is also a start to finish technician which means he handles all aspects of the repairs from body work to the refinishing process.

Brian Blizzard

Technician at Auto Cosmetics since 1995.  If a major repair is needed, Blizzard has you covered.  With more than 25 years in the industry there isn’t a vehicle he can’t fix. During Brian’s free time he enjoys working on his BMW M3 Race car. Brian is also our go to for all BMW’s, VW’s, Audi’s and Porsche’s. Brian is also a start to finish technician which means he handles all aspects of the repairs from body work to the refinishing process.

Do you own a business that has fleet vehicles?

We currently have several local relationships with public and private owned businesses where we perform Auto Body repairs on a regular basis. It doesn’t matter if you have 5 or 50 vehicles in your fleet we are here for you. Same treatment goes for our fleet customers that our regular customers receive, a home work free experience and allow us to handle your insurance claims. Call us today at 518-861-5429 for more information.