[coco_lola]

I was reversing my car around a corner of the underground and didnt see the random column around the bend, reversed straight into it and now have a huge dent in the bumper and body of the car Can anyone recommend a reasonable body repair shop, preferably in North Dublin? Thanks!

[bf]

Carcraft in Fairview are reasonable for that kind of stuff. Think they charge €200 - €250 for that kind of job

[coco_lola]

Thanks for that, will give them a call today. It doesn't look as bad as it did last night, thank god!

[magic roundabou]

ever ready panel service in baggot lane ballsbridge - know its not northside but in a car every where is handy !!! i have found them very good over the year

[coco_lola]

I sent it to carcraft for a quote...anyone have any idea what this would set me back?

[bf]

Problem based on that pic is it needs more than just the plastic bumper repaired, which is a relatively easy fix.

To fix the paint on the rear quarter panel (properly) the whole panel will have to be paintned & blended.

Worth getting 2 or 3 quotes for it

[coco_lola]

So would they be able to work off the current body of the car, or would I be looking at a new bumper and possibly panel? If so, I would buy them second hand.

[Owen]

You've 3 panels to be repaired there, not two. Additionally, the bracket connecting the bumper to the quarter looks damaged too.

[coco_lola]

So is this a big job? Anyone have any idea how much this could cost?

[coco_lola]

Just got a quote from Carcraft for 450 plus vat for the bumper/panel repair, and 59 plus vat for the cracked tail light. I definitely cant afford that, can anyone recommend any other options?

If I need to save for this, is it ok for me to continue driving for a couple of months on this while I get the money together?