What Is Cosmollision? A Maaco Original

When Maaco was founded in 1972, it wasn’t just another auto body shop. Maaco was created for an entirely new category. Founder, Anthony “Tony” A. Martino saw a gap in the industry: drivers were forced to choose between low-quality paint shops or high-priced collision centers and dealerships. What was missing? An affordable, reliable solution for quality auto painting and light auto body repair.

That solution became Maaco, and with it, Tony coined a term that still defines the brand today: cosmollision.

The Meaning of Cosmollision

Cosmollision is a Maaco original term that describes the blend of cosmetic auto paint work and light collision repair. It’s a sweet spot between minor cosmetic refreshes and full-scale collision work. Cosmollision work is designed to restore your vehicle’s appearance without the cost or complexity of traditional collision repair.

Think: • Scratches, scrapes, and scuffs • Small dents and dings • Parking-lot damage • Minor fender or bumper repairs • Faded, peeling, or chipped paint • Everyday Uh-Ohs

These are exactly the types of issues cosmollision can fix quickly, seamlessly, and affordably.

Why Cosmollision Matters

Small damage shouldn’t be a big hassle. That’s the idea behind cosmollision. Instead of overpaying for repairs you don’t need, Maaco focuses on practical solutions that improve how your vehicle looks and feels, without unnecessary steps or costs. We’re here to give you options, but the solution you choose is uniquely yours.

By specializing in cosmollision, Maaco built the industry’s leading “middle market” for auto painting and light collision repair. For more than 50 years, that focus has allowed Maaco to deliver quality work, completed on time, and at a reasonable price.

One Repair or a Total Refresh

Whether you’re fixing a single ding, repairing light collision damage, or giving your entire car a fresh new look, cosmollision makes it simple. From everyday drivers to fleet owners, customers trust Maaco’s cosmollision expertise to help fix the flaws and keep the memories.

Because when it comes to looking good on the road, cosmollision is where cosmetic meets collision and it’s been Maaco’s specialty from the very beginning.