ibidu1

iTrader: (1)

lol thats a tiny dent and a scratch on the bumper. Def do not replace the fender and bumper, you will kill its resale over something so small.

You can look in the phone book or google mobile paint touch up. Theyll come out sand it down and fix the damage on the spot. PDbrady may have a disagree But lots of used car dealers use them and the difference isnt that big compared to a decent shop repair. Plus may only cost you $300, if you cant find one there you can try big car auction or like carmax theres usually someone there and most of the time their subcontracted. So dont feel bad asking for their help as they may need all the business they can find.

pdbrady

You're right, I absolutely disagree. Mobile spot jobs are a joke, and I will stand by that 100%. There's a reason used car lots use them.....they are cheap and quick, and they only need it to last long enough to get off the lot. If you had any idea how many spot jobs I've had to fix you would understand where I'm coming from. Without elaborating, if you feel like that's your way to go, just remember....you get what you pay for, whether it be the next day, or 6 months to a year later.

With all that said, it's hard to see a whole lot from the pictures- and there's nothing showing the roof- but that looks extremely minor. A couple hours repair on each panel, no need for blend. Again, it's hard to see everything in your pictures, that's why I'd be curious to see the estimate, and what is being done to the roof as well. That price sure sounds like there are parts being replaced. Otherwise it seems pretty stout.

edit..........I looked back and you said the burn through was on the driver's side, that damage was on the passenger. So it sounds like the whole front end is getting painted, along with the roof. That drastically changes things. I'd just have to see the estimate. If you want to pm me and get an email address to send a copy to, I'd be willing to do that. Otherwise, it's just a crapshoot as to what all is accounting for $3K+.

baddis es

iTrader: (3)

With that little damage...you are definitely being ripped off by the dealer for $3100. I'd suggest a complete front end respray with blends into both front doors. Also ensure all the trims, lights, bumper is removed when doing this, as well as using good quality paint. It's a max 1500-2000 job, and that's on the very high end in my opinion. Shop around like others said, look at their work if possible and also recommendations on a quick google search if you can.

Best of luck!

moose66

Agree with baddis es. As we speak, my ride is at the body shop having a "refresh" done. Having tons of rocks chips on the hood and both fenders repaired, as well as having the bumper cleaned up to remove scrapes and those nasty license plate holes. Coming in at just short of $1700. No new parts needed. Once it's done, it is straight to get the invisible bra. Good luck!

ibidu1

iTrader: (1)

I wouldnt install a invisible bra on a repainted vehicle, youll have a huge chance of peeling your paint job when you go to remove the bra.

pdbrady

Though the paint may be dry, it's not fully cured. This could take weeks. That turns into a really big mess when you seal it off with a sheet of plastic. That's the same reason you don't want to run out and spread wax all over it as well. Wait several weeks.

moose66

Big ups for the heads up. I am a lot smarter than I appear! How about I save the invisi bra for the new ride! LOL. Thanks for the smelling salts moment!