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DangerZL1 · 10-28-2009, 01:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cstproductions

The other car left and filled out a report, so did we. Since it was such minor damage, the police called it a "toss up". The fender is 150, estimate was 1600.... Im going to go get a couple more free estimates today and my stepdad is calling around. It shouldnt cost that much just to paint and install a front fender. Insurance WILL cover it, but it will bring up the rate as a whole which would be worse in the long run. Thanks for all of your help

Thats a load of you know what. You were a victom of a hit and run, and the police just don't want to deal with it. I think the other driver realized they would be in trouble for leaving the scene of an accident and decided to later file a report. You shouldn't have to pay for it. This stinks, but at least you nor the other driver were hurt.

You may get lucky on the insurance, since you weren't in an at fault accident and given a ticket, or maybe they have accident forgiveness for the first occurance.

acole · 11-06-2009, 10:58 PM

I was almost hit on the way home from the dealer as well. A was guy rubber necking at my car swerved into my lane and I went off the shoulder to miss him.

Hoss · 11-06-2009, 11:10 PM

My Camaro was nearly hit tonight. It is hard to believe yours got hit in 15 minutes. I can only say I feel for you. It has to be tough to handle!

Matrix · 11-07-2009, 01:07 AM

Thats so sad and crazy sh1t luck!!! DANG!!!
I would be out killing someone if that was me!!!!
Cant imagine how you must be feeling sorry for ya. Hope it gets sorted out soon!

chevy dude · 11-07-2009, 08:40 AM

As a certified inspector,i write estimates for repair everyday(Manheim auto aution)The right fender could be repaired at Mmmm 5 hours at $35-45 an hour,plus 3.0 hour to paint at $35 an hour,so just for the fender $280 plus the cost of the Camaro emblem($25.00)The front bumper doesn't look too bad,I'd give about 3-4 hours repair time($140.00)plus about 4.0 refinish time $180.00.Since your car is brand new,I would go with a new Fender(approx.$300-$380)plus R&I time(1.5-3.0 including R&I the bumper,fender liner,fender,emblem)

I would have a dealership do the repairs,they do the best quality work IMHO(stay away from Maaco and Earl Sheib).

Soooo,a low estimate for repairs with a new fender is about $875.00,and that is at a $35.00 an hour labor rate.Although i believe a dealerships labor rate is a bit much higher.

flyby · 11-07-2009, 08:49 AM

It will cost a couple of thousand. If insurance payus, make sure they give you the depreciation amount also. because your car has been in an accident it is worth less, even after 100% repair. Your insurance company is responsible for the value difference.

1sickss · 11-07-2009, 09:16 AM

that sux

markmass · 11-07-2009, 10:41 AM

200 miles, and already gained a ding in the rear wheel arch last night. no way as bad as yours, and I feel for you. These cars are like a %#$% magnet... Im not so much pissed at the small dent, just wonder why humanity has complete half wits walking amongst us who dont know how to open a door, it really isn't that difficult??? Its totally beyond compression. I'm hoping dent doctor or one of this guys can easily get it out, but its right by the curve of the rear wheel arch...
Good luck with yours...

raven214 · 11-07-2009, 11:12 AM

Sorry to hear that - I would be so pissed!! At least no one was hurt. Good luck in getting her back together!

mickss · 11-07-2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by markmass

200 miles, and already gained a ding in the rear wheel arch last night. no way as bad as yours, and I feel for you. These cars are like a %#$% magnet... Im not so much pissed at the small dent, just wonder why humanity has complete half wits walking amongst us who dont know how to open a door, it really isn't that difficult??? Its totally beyond compression. I'm hoping dent doctor or one of this guys can easily get it out, but its right by the curve of the rear wheel arch...
Good luck with yours...

I don`t mind half wits walking among us, it`s the one`s who have managed to acquire a drivers license and have a steering wheel in their hands who are driving among us that I worry about.

Revo1 · 11-07-2009, 03:43 PM

You gotta be kidding! That's horrible man, seriously. Hope you get it fixed up for cheap and pronto so you can have a chance to really enjoy her!..

11-06-2009, 11:10 PM	#59
Hoss Drives: 2004GMC Extended Cab Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Texas Posts: 623 View My Garage	My Camaro was nearly hit tonight. It is hard to believe yours got hit in 15 minutes. I can only say I feel for you. It has to be tough to handle! __________________ 2010 2SS/RS, Black/Black, LS-3, delivered 6/19/09

11-07-2009, 01:07 AM	#60
Matrix Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS/RS & Magnum R/T Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 1,520	Thats so sad and crazy sh1t luck!!! DANG!!! I would be out killing someone if that was me!!!! Cant imagine how you must be feeling sorry for ya. Hope it gets sorted out soon! __________________ SIM Camaro 2010 V8-2SS/RS-A6!!+

11-07-2009, 08:40 AM	#61
chevy dude Drives: 2010 1LT/RS IBM Camaro Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 313	As a certified inspector,i write estimates for repair everyday(Manheim auto aution)The right fender could be repaired at Mmmm 5 hours at $35-45 an hour,plus 3.0 hour to paint at $35 an hour,so just for the fender $280 plus the cost of the Camaro emblem($25.00)The front bumper doesn't look too bad,I'd give about 3-4 hours repair time($140.00)plus about 4.0 refinish time $180.00.Since your car is brand new,I would go with a new Fender(approx.$300-$380)plus R&I time(1.5-3.0 including R&I the bumper,fender liner,fender,emblem) I would have a dealership do the repairs,they do the best quality work IMHO(stay away from Maaco and Earl Sheib). Soooo,a low estimate for repairs with a new fender is about $875.00,and that is at a $35.00 an hour labor rate.Although i believe a dealerships labor rate is a bit much higher. __________________ Camaro nut!!!

11-07-2009, 03:43 PM	#67
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	You gotta be kidding! That's horrible man, seriously. Hope you get it fixed up for cheap and pronto so you can have a chance to really enjoy her!.. __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

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