I was on my way back home for Christmas and had a little accident(18 wheeler ran me off the road into a guard rail). I was just wondering what yall think I should do to repair the damage. I'm thinking I'll need to get a new quarter panel, but I was wondering if you think I need to replace the nose, or if it can be repaired.

Sorry the pic is small...all I had was my camera phone.

 

Bumper can be repaired, thats not too bad.

 

Yeah the road was covered in snow...i think the damage could have been alot worse...I'm lucky. All comments are appreciated.

 

The fender looks like it can be repaired, I've fixed a lot worse. Happy bondoing

 

Another question...does the whole quarter panel and nose have to be repainted? Would a spray can do ok, or do I need to get a gun?

 

Update...I went to work with a hammer and wood block to try to get it close to the original shape. I was able to get the quarter panel lined up with the hood, but the edge of the nose will not budge. Anyone have any idea what's going on here and what I should do?

 

mabie its just me, but i think i see evidence of a previous repair to that fender, i'd just replace it if thats the case.

 

If you can afford to have it painted then that'll be your best bet. Expect $300-$500 for just prep/paint- they'll have to paint the whole fender and bumper. Rattle can won't look good at all and will never match or last. Its only a temporary fix really.

 

Yeah, I previously repaired the fender with filler. I am planning to replace it later when I have the money...this is just a quick fix to hold me over. Anyone have any ideas on how to line up the bumper with the fender???

 

Here's a pic of the problem...

 

for the cost of a tub of bondo, you can get a used straight fender off of something... they usually sell for $35 to $75.
avg is around $50.


i would replace that fender. its already been bondo fixed once....

 

It won't line up becuase the fender is beat to hell. I'd find a used one personally.