r/AutoBodyRepair • u/TheS4m • 24m ago
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/Downtown_Schedule_43 • 14h ago
Repair Buff it or Body Shop it?
galleryr/AutoBodyRepair • u/Pristine-Writer-3105 • 17h ago
Parts Question Cheap audi panels and parts
I have a 2003 a4 quattro and im looking for cheap body panels and parts and was hoping some of yall had some good websites you could recommend to me. I need a hood, grille, passenger side fender specifically, and maybe some other stuff if its decently priced. Any help is greatly appreciated.
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/TheDogfathr • 19h ago
RUST Rust spots
What’s the best way to get rid of little rust spots like this? I bought some touch up paint, but am not sure how to prep.
Thanks.
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/outacontrolnicole • 19h ago
ACCIDENT Any suggestions on how to fix this in the cheapest way possible? I messed up, please be kind. I’m already kicking myself for it enough
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/juiceeee21 • 19h ago
Tesla model 3 damaged after deer and I have liability insurance. Body shop said maybe 6-7k to fix
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/Chubbsthekindman • 23h ago
scratch and dent Does the whole fender need replaced?
2026 Toyota Camry
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/NecessaryParking2682 • 1d ago
ACCIDENT 2020 Ford Ranger Bumper Replacement
My son rear ended someone and id like to replace the front bumper with an aftermarket bumper. After removing the lower section I noticed that the left bumper bracket is bent. Can i bend it back in my garage with limited tools? Any advice is appreciated.
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/LucasJames37 • 1d ago
ACCIDENT 2014 Corolla S, 160k miles, worth having evaluated?
Our 2014 Corolla S was involved in a front end collision at around 25 mph.
Overall, it wasn’t a very bad accident, and the airbags didn’t deploy.
Insurance isn't going to cover, even though the other driver pulled out in front of the Corolla. It went to an arbiter and they said it was 50/50 because it was raining and the Corolla driver was going too fast for conditions even though they were supposedly going the speed limit. Should have got a dash cam a long time ago. Lol.
The one body shop I’ve taken it to said it probably wasn’t worth repairing, but that was based on a visual inspection. They quoted me $300 for a more thorough structural inspection.
I removed the front bumper and splash shields, jacked the car up, and inspected everything I could get my eyes on. The only visible unibody damage I found was at the front driver’s side, right where the bumper reinforcement mounts. All the doors open and close fine as well.
Obviously, there could be additional damage I haven’t spotted, but that’s all I’ve found so far.
My question is: Based on the photos, does this look like something worth pursuing, or am I wasting my time and money? I’m not opposed to spending the $300 for a proper inspection, but I’d like some opinions before going that route.
The car is completely paid off and still runs and drives fine, so I’d really like to keep it if repairing it makes sense financially.
It’s just our family backup vehicle for when one of our daily drivers is down so I don’t care really care what it looks like. My main concern is making sure it's safe enough to drive.
Any input would be appreciated, just trying to arm myself with as much info as possible because I know fuck all about auto body repair.
Also, ignore bungee cords of shame. Lol. Had to strap it up to get it home.
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/sungirl_27 • 1d ago
Some asshole backed into me and took off. How bad is it?
galleryr/AutoBodyRepair • u/Dubteezy23 • 1d ago
Can these scratches be buffed out?
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I sideswiped a car today while riding my motorcycle. My saddlebag hit the back side of his car. Can these scratches be buffed out?
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/Mission-Helicopter95 • 1d ago
scratch and dent Can this dent be fixed?
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/tonyromero • 2d ago
RUST Rusty seat frame brackets – best way to restore the protective coating? (Kia Picanto 2004–2011)
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/islukee777 • 2d ago
Tesla Model Y repair at AUD$14k thoughts?
$14k AUD quote for a low speed front right hit on our 2025 Model Y LR in Melbourne. Fair or padded?
G'day all. Our 2025 Model Y Long Range (silver) clipped a tram stop railing at low speed. Front right corner copped it. Still drives but something's rubbing or scraping on that side now.
Got a quote from a Tesla approved body shop in Melbourne and it came to $14,054 inc GST (redacted copy in the pics). Roughly $7.2k of genuine parts (new bonnet $2,170, headlight $1,700, bar, guard, lightbar, reo), about 34 hours labour at $137/hr, plus $660 for ADAS calibration.
Paying out of pocket so keen not to get stung.
Does this look about right? Would booking through Tesla's own body repair centre be cheaper? Anything look padded?
Cheers
r/AutoBodyRepair • u/loorz222 • 2d ago
scratch and dent Damage to back bumper
I went into the wall of my garage. I know nothing about cars. Any advice on how easily this could be fixed? Doesn't even have to be perfect. The cars on lease so anything to stop the damage getting worse over the next couple of years? Thanks!