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11-03-2004, 03:09 AM
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Check out my new unwanted mod!
I hate it, it doesn't blend with the car, i think I should have just left it alone:
Backed out of a parking spot, i thought the SUV had passed by, but he was actually passing by to park quick-dip, so i hit his bumper.
At least it didn't mess my rear tailights, i just wished it would have only hit my rear bumper since that would be easier to replace.
Well, time to hit the body shop.
Anyone know what it will roughly cost me? Pretty much fix the rear fender and replace the bumper?
Backed out of a parking spot, i thought the SUV had passed by, but he was actually passing by to park quick-dip, so i hit his bumper.
At least it didn't mess my rear tailights, i just wished it would have only hit my rear bumper since that would be easier to replace.
Well, time to hit the body shop.
Anyone know what it will roughly cost me? Pretty much fix the rear fender and replace the bumper?
) Sorry to see it. Probably a couple grand to fix.
11-03-2004, 04:54 AM
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Re: Check out my new unwanted mod!
only thing that i can help ya quote is the rer bumper. had it replaced on my redline to the tune of just under 600 bucks. good luck. almost turns my stomach to see those pics. sorry about your misfortune.
11-03-2004, 05:14 AM
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I had the same exact amount of damage done to me by a hit and run driver.
I got quotes between $325 and $1055... so SHOP AROUND! The only difference is that you have a larger dent in your rear fender - mine was smaller.
Not to mention - if you hit the guy, you might as well claim deductible for you anyhow - your rates are going up no matter what.
I got quotes between $325 and $1055... so SHOP AROUND! The only difference is that you have a larger dent in your rear fender - mine was smaller.
Not to mention - if you hit the guy, you might as well claim deductible for you anyhow - your rates are going up no matter what.
11-03-2004, 05:33 AM
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I was bumped from behind and had to have my bumper replaced and a wrinkle similar to yours repaired. The final bill was $1,500.
Be sure the body shop checks the bumper reinforcement and the bumper bar beneath the bumper cover.
Also be sure the body shop checks your frame. A bump in this spot and at this angle resulted in a slightly bent frame on my car.
The unpainted bumper cover sells for $245.00
Good Luck
Be sure the body shop checks the bumper reinforcement and the bumper bar beneath the bumper cover.
Also be sure the body shop checks your frame. A bump in this spot and at this angle resulted in a slightly bent frame on my car.
The unpainted bumper cover sells for $245.00
Good Luck
11-03-2004, 05:34 AM
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Originally posted by Barzten1
Oh Jun that hurts. That paint is so clean
Oh Jun that hurts. That paint is so clean
and i was planning on washing/waxing it again this weekend...oh well, i guess it will have to wait. i just hope whoever repairs it can match the paint well.
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Oh the ol' "backup into an SUV and dent your rear fender" mod, that was a bold move
Good luck though on getting that fixed, its painful to see body damage.
Good luck though on getting that fixed, its painful to see body damage.
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Sorry Jun... 
About the quote... if you can see examples or get testimonies of the shop's work (and provided that it is good), I would say it was rather reasonable... IMO.
About the quote... if you can see examples or get testimonies of the shop's work (and provided that it is good), I would say it was rather reasonable... IMO.
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Sorry to see the damage. I just cracked my front bumper (my fault) hitting a concrete wheel stop. Shop around. I was going to pay $653 with a well known shop. Went to a second lesser known shop and I'm now going to pay $366. Good luck.
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Searching around prices, i can get a new quarter panel and rear bumper for about $530 + shipping. Is it worth replacing the whole quarter panel?
11-03-2004, 05:36 PM
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thank everyone for being so supportive during these harsh times...i'm sure you can all feel my pain, it is not a good feeling...
in any case, i will keep you all updated on how surgery goes next week hopefully.
in any case, i will keep you all updated on how surgery goes next week hopefully.