[cormac07]

Hi guys,

I have my 08 coupe now for about 6 months and i have a a few very small dents in the side doors (from people opening their doors on mine!!!) Other people would prob not notice these but I always do and its annoying. im just wondering whats the best way for me to go about repairing them?? if i went to BMW they would charge me the earth??

I would be very greatful with any comments or advice from you guys....

thanks in advance

cormac

[NFS]

Originally Posted by cormac07

Hi guys,

I have my 08 coupe now for about 6 months and i have a a few very small dents in the side doors (from people opening their doors on mine!!!) Other people would prob not notice these but I always do and its annoying. im just wondering whats the best way for me to go about repairing them?? if i went to BMW they would charge me the earth??

I would be very greatful with any comments or advice from you guys....

thanks in advance

cormac

If the scratches are in the clear coat a professional machine polish detail will make a big difference.

I would try a mobile paintless dent company for the door dings.

[EddieL]

It referred to as Paintless Dent Removal (PDR) and there will be someone in your area who specialises in it. Go on recommendations as all are not equal.

[cormac07]

thanks lads for your replys,

whats the best way to go about fixing the paint work? does anybody know a ball park figure of how much the dents and scratches would cost to fix?

thanks for all your help

[bakili]

from £30 to full panel respray,
feel for you, i do discover every day new chip or dent, best advice get paint touch up kits and do it yourself

[EddieL]

Like NFS said your scratches, depth dependant, will be removed/disguised by a machine polish detail, with the added benefit that your car will never have had looked so good. Prices vary from, not that dear to extortionate. Dent removal will be less expensive.

Sorry for being so vague, but it really does depend on who you opt to use and unfortunately it is not always a case of you get what you pay for. You really have to do some homework of who is available in your area and find someone you trust. Better still if you are fairly competent, get yourself into doing your own paint correction/protection. You will never look back, but it is extremely addictive.

[Burt25]

As other have said. I think your options are:

a: Dent removal - £40-80 per panel depending on who you get to do it
b: Machine polish (of whole vehicle) £150-300
c: Respray of panel £150-200 (Note if you vehicle is a light colour, paint may need to be blended into adjacent panels which would take the cost up to £400-500)

[cormac07]

Thanks guys for all your info it really helps, ill look into my options and PDR and the various costs! Is a macheine polish a good idea? like what does it do for the car? ive heard very good things about it!

[NFS]

Originally Posted by cormac07

Thanks guys for all your info it really helps, ill look into my options and PDR and the various costs! Is a macheine polish a good idea? like what does it do for the car? ive heard very good things about it!

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/

[cormac07]

Thanks NFS!

[themetz]

park in the corner of the car park every time.

or take the kids with you and use the parents n' babies spot.

i haven't had a "ding" for 5 years !

[EddieL]

Originally Posted by cormac07

Is a macheine polish a good idea? like what does it do for the car? ive heard very good things about it!

It's a very good idea. The initial detail including a machine polish will transform your car like you would not believe. It is entirely safe when done correctly. After that it is all about maintaining the finish so polishing is not necessary other than a very light enhancement periodically. NFS has put you on to the right site. Spend some time on there and those guys will soon point you in the right direction as to who is in your area.

The showroom and the studio will show you what is achievable. Showroom for keen hobbyists and studio for the Pros, though just because some do it for a living does not mean they are better than the amateurs.