Paddy78 Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 So, second day of giving Gill a lift to the Station whilst we wait for BMW to make and deliver her car (I know, first world problems...) and this happens as I'm leaving the station car park... I thought I'd scraped my front lip on a low kerb, but it turned out when I checked at work that the driver next to me had obviously gone into the side of me! No one stopped, so I assumed it was me... Do you think this is something a chips away / mobile repairer could sort or is this going to have to go to the bodyshop? Anyway, I shouldn't whinge too much as some other guys (And girls) have had far worse happen to their cars recently! Just annoyed as it's only 3 1/2 weeks until Wales! Any advice / recommendations greatly appreciated as usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Almeida1234 Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Looks like body shop bud as the panel need to be pulled out first, 200-300 pounds I reckon Sorry to hear this though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netnomad Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Sorry to hear this. I would say it's a bit past Chips away to fix. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wasso Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Agreed shouldn't be much get her booked in and FAST!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keyser Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Sorry to see that Think the others are right going to need a little bit af panel work on that one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopedmark Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Ffs Paddy I think you will need a dent specialist then chips away will repair the paint, not sure they will do it all but it's do able mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 We only have one car at the moment, so might not be able to get it done just yet. Was hoping to avoid another trip to the bodyshop, but at least they should have some matching paint! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Humpy Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Sorry to see this dude Hope you get it fixed at minimal cost! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Bummer, could have been worse Hope you get it sorted without too much hassle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 (edited) Thanks guys, I can't really have the car off the road at the moment, so will probably get one or more people out to sort it. Edit: Like you say Graham, it could have been a lot worse! Edited April 29, 2014 by Paddy78 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exotic Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Unlucky dude, I'd be pi**ed finding that - if a body shop's involved it will cost a couple of hundred at least unfortunately (unless you know someone) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wizurd Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 That's gutting and the timing sucks! Hate it when people do that. Finger crossed the body shop can get u in quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 (edited) Sorry to see that mate. Yes' go to a Dent Master, or Dent Man use "Mr Google" they are specialist, in exactly that type of damage. You don't need a body shop. Edited April 29, 2014 by WhackyWill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricey Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I wouldn't use a mobile guy for that but I know a guy who's a small repaired working out of a unit who'll do it for around £150 so I reckon you should find something comparable in your neck of the woods. Azure is a bugger to match though. Sent from my HTC One mini using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricey Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I'm trying to think if I can help out here but the distance is making it a little tricky......im wondering if we can combine your detail with a repair and sort you out with a courtesy car for a few days. If we were really careful on the timing I could prob get it in, done by my bloke (ooo errr) and back out to me the next day for the detail before Wales weekend if you and the missus fancy spending an extra day in Chester. Drop me a PM if you want me to get a price off him (i can't see him charging over £150). No pressure as it's a potential arse-ache for both of us but I'm happy to help Sent from my HTC One mini using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted April 29, 2014 Author Share Posted April 29, 2014 Thanks mate, will definitely consider it. The cost of a nights extra hotel might make it more than if I took it to my regular garage. I'll get a quote from them and see! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricey Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Hide in the Ringed Lemur compound at the zoo! You can kip there. Sent from my HTC One mini using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonPG Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Didn't even stop? Hearing loads of that.. think insurance companies are partly to blame with the amount of punishment people face for ever making a claim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMballistic Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 (edited) Didn't even stop? Hearing loads of that.. think insurance companies are partly to blame with the amount of punishment people face for ever making a claim Without a doubt. Edit: Sorry to see the Zeds been damaged Paddy. Almost forgot that bit. Edited April 29, 2014 by GMballistic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will370z Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Ouch, bad luck. Looks like a body's hop job to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Hi Paddy, having just discovered you're somewhere round the corner from me, ie same village, sorry this has happened, Pudsey station I guess? Do you know Cookie up at the airport trading estate, he has gone to considerable lengths to match the azure colour for me & I have a sample for copying to ensure consistency in my cellar. He did the stone chips for me last year on front bumper & not being happy with result got direct match from paint factory & re did the job. PM me if need be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted April 29, 2014 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Not good but it's an easy repair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Hide in the Ringed Lemur compound at the zoo! You can kip there. Sent from my HTC One mini using Tapatalk Oi ! I've got that booked ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GIXXERUK Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 At least it's isolated to one panel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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