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Where can I go to get the paint job on my car fixed?

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Question - (18 July 2012) 5 Answers - (Newest, 18 July 2012)
A female Ireland age 30-35, anonymous writes:

My sister scratched my car today and wrecked the paint job without sayin a word while it was parked beside my house today. she was too lazy to drive down the back and turn and instead turns at the side which is a very tight squeeze. She didnt say that she scratched it today only that i shouldnt park there when there isnt enough space in the yard which is a load of bull as 12 vehicles can park in the yard. she went off to a concert and this evening before i went out my mam brought it to my attention the damage was done and some of my paint was on the front of her car i need to get it fixed and am just wondering where do i go to get it done cause my mam hasn't a clue and it looks awful for me cause its my first car and i am payin for it by myself. I know she is footin the bill but where do i go to get it fixed.

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A male reader, anonymous, writes (18 July 2012):

How bad is the scratch? If it is something relatively minor you can buy your own touch-up paint (just visit a NAPA store for that). Also, you might simply be able to buff it out.

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A male reader, Dr.LanceMerryweather United Kingdom +, writes (18 July 2012):

Dr.LanceMerryweather agony auntYou sure you're in the right website???!!!

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A female reader, Ciar Canada +, writes (18 July 2012):

Ciar agony auntYou could file a claim with your insurer (assuming you have insurance) but without proof that she caused the damage and unless she is willing to admit to it officially, you will have to pay a deducible (which is usually $500 here and assuming you have the appropriate coverage).

I'm not sure what the exact rules are in Ireland, but underwriting philosophies tend to be the same among insurers.

If the amount of the damage is close to or exceeds the deductible then there is no point in submitting a claim. It could come back to haunt you in the future.

Contact an auto body repair shop and arrange to have your care taken in for an estimate. If your sister is willing and able to pay out of pocket then she can pay them directly when the work is done. She might want you to get a second estimate from another shop to ensure you're getting the best price.

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A female reader, Ciar Canada +, writes (18 July 2012):

Ciar agony auntA body shop. They often have the word 'Collision' in the name.

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A reader, anonymous, writes (18 July 2012):

The place is called insurance.

File a claim against your sister.

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