My first car accident
09-16-2007, 04:27 AM
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Originally Posted by CaliTouring
how do u get a new panel? that part is a chunk of the whole car body. its not like its a fender you can unbolt and change
09-16-2007, 10:37 AM
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The problem is that when you get a new panel, it stands a good chance of having paint problems in the future. This is because the old panel will have to be cut away from the unibody and a new one welded on. The welds will rust over time and cause the paint to start peeling.
Make sure you get some kind of warranty on the work done from the body shop for 3-5yrs at least.
A good estimated cost of fixing that panel with a new one will be 2800-3800. If you also get a new rim and tire tack on another 1000.
Make sure you get some kind of warranty on the work done from the body shop for 3-5yrs at least.
A good estimated cost of fixing that panel with a new one will be 2800-3800. If you also get a new rim and tire tack on another 1000.
09-16-2007, 11:01 AM
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definatly a new panel dont worry about that. Panels arent that hard to remove and install... well maybe becuase i used to be an autobody tech but anyway, it will be good as new... this that sucks is that youll probably have swirl marks in your paint after 
it kills me everytime i see it
it kills me everytime i see it
09-16-2007, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by joselito76
weak 350z Thats was a good job on your car.
He did a great job. You couldn't even tell. It was $3600 damage. Just find a good body shop. The shop i used http://www.samuelsauto.com paints the Titan motorsporst cars. http://www.titanmotorsports.com
09-16-2007, 03:24 PM
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Originally Posted by weak 350z
He did a great job. You couldn't even tell. It was $3600 damage. Just find a good body shop. The shop i used http://www.samuelsauto.com paints the Titan motorsporst cars. http://www.titanmotorsports.com
09-17-2007, 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by paulF3
Definitely go after the insurance for loss in value as well as repairs.
09-17-2007, 08:40 PM
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when i got hit in my quarter panel by an old guy in a parking lot, i took it to the body shop and they said they dont replace quarter panels unless its the last option. because our panels are machine weld in the factory and removing it will be hard, plus the car's structure will never be the same again. your repair will cost a pretty penny. but i think from your damage, they will have no choice but to replace it.
09-17-2007, 10:47 PM
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Rear Quarter panels are part of the body on nissans, so you need to find a junked 350, have the rear panel cut out, and welded onto your car.
NO NOT BONDO THAT. I would never put a single drop of bondo on my car, I'd rather have the dents popped. If you can find overfenders for the rear, that would be the easiest route to go.
NO NOT BONDO THAT. I would never put a single drop of bondo on my car, I'd rather have the dents popped. If you can find overfenders for the rear, that would be the easiest route to go.