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Body work

itgirlinuk
itgirlinuk Posts: 465 Forumite
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Hi,

I need some car advice. I bought my car 3 years and its 8 years old now. I have dented the driver door and there are more than a few scratches on the front and back bumper. One guy who quoted for the body work at £850. And the front light is damaged and I need to replace that too.

I am not sure if I should get the work done or if I get a new car. I spent £3000 3 years ago on this car and I am not sure how much it is worth now.

Any ideas on what I should do? Please help....
The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket. :rolleyes:

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  • anewman
    anewman Posts: 9,200 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Replace the light and forget about the body work. Too many people don't give a flying f*** about other people's property so no doubt if you get it sorted out you'll soon get dents in the supermarket and be annoyed all the more by them.
  • goldspanners
    goldspanners Posts: 5,910 Forumite
    or you could get the dent sorted with a smart repair company if the paint isnt damaged,and give the car a good wash and polish to try and take out the scratches.
    ...work permit granted!
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