What Is Smash Repair?

So, you had a small accident and smashed part of your car. Don't worry: it happens to the best of us. But since none of us want to drive around with a dent in our vehicles, we need to get smashes repaired. If you've been shopping around for quotes, you've probably discovered that smash repair can get complicated very quickly. Check out this First Timer's Guide to Smash Repair to learn everything you need to know about getting your car fixed.

What Is Smash Repair?

After a smash, this type of accident repair replaces or restores the parts of your vehicle that have been damaged. Repairs can be anything from a ding on your side door to a caving roof, but the goal is to repair your car without replacing the entire thing.

Common Repairs

Some smashes are more commonly repaired by panel beaters than others, such as:

• Bonnet dents and crunches
• Front and rear bumper damage
• Roof cave-ins
• Side door smashes

How Quotes Work

There are a couple of things you should keep in mind when you are getting quotes for your repair. Most important is getting a quote that is specific to your vehicle instead of a general quote. The bonnet of a small car is different from the bonnet of an SUV! You'll also want to keep in mind that quotes can change based on the amount of internal damage that needs to be repaired.

Tips for Smash Repair

If you're skipping the dealership and going to a local panel beater for your repair, it's important you make sure your money is well spent. While cheap repair might be attractive now, it can cost you later on. Here are three tips for getting the best repair:

Repair With Genuine Parts

Make sure that your smash is being repaired with genuine parts, which are parts made specifically for your vehicle. Non-genuine or generic parts might be cheaper, but they also don't have the same quality control as factory parts which can mean extra repairs down the line.

Use Quality Paint

One of the most important parts of repairing your smash is the final paint job. Again, it can be tempting to use cheaper paint now to save a buck, but cheap paint degrades more quickly and can peel away to rust your vehicle.

Ask About Accident Replacement Vehicles

While your vehicle is being repaired, you still have to get around, and that means renting a vehicle. Some shops have accident replacement vehicles that you can rent by the day while your smash is being repaired. Dealerships, on the other hand, tend to have accident replacement vehicles as a standard feature for repairs.

Get the Most Out of Your Smash Repair

First-timers need to be smart about where they repair their smash. Investing in genuine parts and quality paint can save money later: and your best bet will be going directly to the dealership. This will save you time and money in the long run, especially since dealerships have additional resources like accident replacement vehicles that make the process easier to get through.

Chadstone Toyota is a Toyota car dealership in Oakleigh, AU. We offer our customers an extensive range of New, Used and Demo Toyota vehicles along with an array of tailored finance solutions.