mikekelso99

I am trying to fix my truck it was in a accident and I need a new front end When trying to order parts they ask new or old body style How do I tell the differnce?

mikekelso99

Sorry its a 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS

defleagle

The new body style did not come out till 2007. So you should have the old body style.

jcmotorsports

I also have some body questions. Got a 2000 Silverado 2500 ext cab, with the 3rd door on the passenger side. It recently bounced off a light pole just on the driver's side between the truck bed and the driver's door. The damage is considerable; the body was pushed inward about 6". Should it just be given over to a collision repair shop (Maaco, Collex, etc) and let them have at it, or is it cheaper to buy these parts from a third party source, and then let a body shop cut, weld, and paint them? Is there a body shop anyone would recommend?
I appreciate any feedback-thanks for your time.

bstone97

jcmotorsports if you're going to end up taking your truck to a body shop in the long run just let them get the parts. I would recommend googling body shops in your area and reading many reviews and make your selection based on them. good luck

egutierrez09

For anyone else looking at this:

I work at an auto shop on time off to fix my truck from an accident and depending on the shop they like to use aftermarket parts.

If you can source the parts yourself its better as they get a discount on majority of parts. Usually aftermarket from the low end (again depends on shop) You will never see those savings as they have to make a profit.

Plastic (unpainted) parts in general will fade faster than OEM so look around for quality aftermarket.

This is a little insight from firsthand experience. Hope it helps you to get informed. =)