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My passenger side automatic rear view mirror was mostly pulled off, the drivers door dented and small scratches on the front quarter panel happened after an unsecured heavy wooden gate caught that area as I was pulling into the carport. I'll be taking it to 3/4 dealers for repair of the mirror and repaint job (7 years and 101000 miles so there are minor dings that need touchups). How much should the repairs, body work and the repaint cost, appx? I'm paying for this on my own, and I need to plan for the money. thanks in advance
ohiosmith
(24,262 posts)you a quote. They charge per panel!
irisblue
(32,916 posts)maybe $200 to reattach? The wiring wasn't ripped off, it still moves when I move the adjuster toggle
Sekhmets Daughter
(7,515 posts)preferably from shops recommended by friends, family or co-workers. Toss out the highest, if it is well above the others, (they don't want the job) and lowest if it well below the others. (this one is looking to rip you off eventually) I try to get 5 quotes...I know it is a pain in the butt, however, good body work does not come cheaply.
talkingmime
(2,173 posts)Personally I'd say fuck it with the cosmetic damage. You should be able to get an entire mirror unit, housing and all, installed for around $250, maybe $300. If they want more than that, go somewhere else.
Kali
(55,002 posts)sorry, I am a jerk. and I drive broken down pieces of crap.
irisblue
(32,916 posts)and since there is a family wedding in the near future....I should clean up a bit...mom and sister in laws...
Kali
(55,002 posts)In_The_Wind
(72,300 posts)hunter
(38,301 posts)I hate driving new cars. Too many worries. I think being extra-cautious protecting the car makes me a worse driver.
If somebody bumps me slightly and the damage is only "cosmetic" I like being able to laugh it off.
kudzu22
(1,273 posts)Go to a good body shop. A dealer's main focus is to sell you a new car.
Callmecrazy
(3,065 posts)And all four were within $100 of each other. Similar repairs.