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Our History

Riverdale Body Shop was founded in 1970 by Jerry Seida and a neighborhood friend in Riverdale at the corner of 142nd St. and Indiana Ave.
In 1986 Jerry's partner relocated to Arizona, and Jerry took 100% ownership of the business. In that same year, Jerry relocated the businessin Dolton, a few blocks east of the original location.
In the 1990's Jerry's eldest son, Larry, joined the business, and they started to add new locations. Tinley Park was added in 1994. In 1996 the Schererville, IN facility was opened and, to this day, serves as the corporate headquarters for Riverdale Body Shop.
In recent years Jerry's youngest son, Tom, joined the business. The Seidas are involved in all aspects of the business and constantly look for ways to better serve our customers. We are constantly updating our repair technology to handle the latest in vehicle technology and materials, including aluminum welders and frame racks.