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03-19-2014, 10:16 PM | #1 |
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Repaint or Replace bumper M3 E93
A neighbor hit my car in my driveway.
I feel the car has lost its purity. Looking at this, would you replace the bumper or just repaint it? Would this be CarFax or AutoCheck if it is repainted? I will be filing a claim against that person's Insurance company (FARMER) I am planning to use the dealership collision repair shop. I was quoted 675.00. Bumper removal. Paint. Bake. And reinstall bumper. I FEEL the PRICE IS too LOW. Shouldnt this be in the 1200-1500 range? Thanks |
03-19-2014, 10:26 PM | #3 |
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No need to replace, just repaint it.
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03-19-2014, 10:33 PM | #4 |
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Any competent body shop can fix that. I don't think a new bumper is necessary. $700ish sounds about right.
And no, it probably won't show up on a CarFax or similar report.
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03-20-2014, 10:32 PM | #5 |
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price sounds right. Damage looks minor. By the time the other person pays their deductible, they should have just given you the cash to get it fixed - vice documenting the incident with insurance companies.
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03-20-2014, 11:21 PM | #6 |
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I'm thinking about filing a DV claim as well.....given the fact if this shows up on Autocheck/CarFax, the value of the vehicle has decreased.
Although cosmetic.. Other then the bumper being offset 3mm to the left (possible loose clip or broken clip).... WOuld a diminished value be feasible in this case? Fitchbass: I believed her deductible was at 500.00.... I got another estimate at $1062.00.... Thanks |
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03-21-2014, 04:56 AM | #8 |
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I had the same scratch on the front bumper of my girls 335 and had it repainted by a very well known shop for $300 bucks , I would not go through insurance IMO that will be listed on your cars history and deffinatly hurt you more in the long run . It's your neighbor have them write you a check I'm sure they don't want there insurance rates going up either...That's a win-win for both sides
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03-21-2014, 10:49 AM | #10 |
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Fix&Paint 4sure !(fix is not the problem but the paint)
So keep in mind the color differance,make sure to choose a body shop with a good reputation ,///M3 colors are hard to match !
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03-21-2014, 10:53 AM | #11 |
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it's a bumper...they're made to be repainted.
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$500-600 is the going retail rate for a bumper. Any more than that is a rip off. |
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03-22-2014, 12:42 AM | #13 |
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I've had two of my previous cars with the same damage. One with a hole in that exact corner. I had it repaired both times for 250$ with perfect paint match.
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03-22-2014, 02:00 AM | #14 |
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The three bodyshop I went to require:
Removal of bumper Epoxy resin repair if necessary....Repaint. Bake. Buff. Reinstall bumper. I requested spraying the adjacent panel to blend in. 650.00 from AUtonation BMW collision 1065.00 From New Look Collision I tried talking to the neighbor, but she doesnt have the money...Offer payment plan of 75.00 a month... I respectfully decline. 300.00 from Midas..(as a joke...it was down the street from the BMW collision place) I'll go with the repaint....but if there are damage to the clips on the bumper (built in)...I am trying to request a new OEM bumper cover. I guesss if it is going on Car Fax/Autocheck....I am going to do a diminished Value claim as well... =-) |
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