So.....I got rear-ended
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
So.....I got rear-ended
I was the front car of three. The poor guy that hit me was driving a E63 AMG S (super nice car btw), he got hit by old pos Honda CRV.
The damage is very minimal to my car. I'll need a new bumper cover - based on my unprofessional opinion.
Has anybody had a bumper replaced? How much was it?
Do bumpers always need to be painted or are they available in different colors?
The damage is very minimal to my car. I'll need a new bumper cover - based on my unprofessional opinion.
Has anybody had a bumper replaced? How much was it?
Do bumpers always need to be painted or are they available in different colors?
#2
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I was the front car of three. The poor guy that hit me was driving a E63 AMG S (super nice car btw), he got hit by old pos Honda CRV.
The damage is very minimal to my car. I'll need a new bumper cover - based on my unprofessional opinion.
Has anybody had a bumper replaced? How much was it?
Do bumpers always need to be painted or are they available in different colors?
The damage is very minimal to my car. I'll need a new bumper cover - based on my unprofessional opinion.
Has anybody had a bumper replaced? How much was it?
Do bumpers always need to be painted or are they available in different colors?
At least no one was hurt...I'm assuming.
Unfortunately the bumper does not come painted...it will need to be painted.
Thankfully it's just the bumper...shouldn't be a big deal or expensive.
Never replaced a bumper, but between the part, paint, and labor, I'm guessing north of $600.
#3
Instructor
Thread Starter
Noooo doodlebug....noooooooo!!!
At least no one was hurt...I'm assuming.
Unfortunately the bumper does not come painted...it will need to be painted.
Thankfully it's just the bumper...shouldn't be a big deal or expensive.
Never replaced a bumper, but between the part, paint, and labor, I'm guessing north of $600.
At least no one was hurt...I'm assuming.
Unfortunately the bumper does not come painted...it will need to be painted.
Thankfully it's just the bumper...shouldn't be a big deal or expensive.
Never replaced a bumper, but between the part, paint, and labor, I'm guessing north of $600.
No one hurt. I know it's just a car, but, damnit.
I'm sure her insurance isn't going to be happy since they'll have to repair a Lexus and a Mercedes.
#4
Lexus Champion
Sorry to hear that. Glad you're okay.
In my experience, a new bumper cover run $800-$1100, painted and installed (much more if you have parking sensors).
In my experience, a new bumper cover run $800-$1100, painted and installed (much more if you have parking sensors).
#6
I was the front car of three. The poor guy that hit me was driving a E63 AMG S (super nice car btw), he got hit by old pos Honda CRV.
The damage is very minimal to my car. I'll need a new bumper cover - based on my unprofessional opinion.
Has anybody had a bumper replaced? How much was it?
Do bumpers always need to be painted or are they available in different colors?
The damage is very minimal to my car. I'll need a new bumper cover - based on my unprofessional opinion.
Has anybody had a bumper replaced? How much was it?
Do bumpers always need to be painted or are they available in different colors?
New rear bumper was 492 and the rest was for labor and the rental.
#7
You can find a new bumper cover for under 200 shipped from a wholesaler. I had to buy a new front bumper cause my tabs broke, paid $178 shipped. Roughly $200-250 for paint.
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#8
I got rear ended by some kid in a u-haul about a year ago. I was sitting in my car in a parking stall and he reversed right into me. I had to get a new bumper cover and trunk lid. Just take your time finding a reputable shop that can match and blend the paint. Also, make sure you get an OEM bumper cover to ensure proper fitment.
#10
Lexus Test Driver
Damn sorry to hear, got pics of the damage?
I was rear-ended (was a love tap) in the rain a few months back. The guy claimed, his brakes weren't good, so his car slowly creeped forward hitting my rear on a stop light.
There was no damage, except my diffuser kinda dislodged from the bumper, so I pushed it back in. Had my buddies at Lexus inspect it, no damage, no scratches (thank god). Made the guy pay me $500 for my troubles lmao.
*knock on wood* hopefully does not happen again.
I was rear-ended (was a love tap) in the rain a few months back. The guy claimed, his brakes weren't good, so his car slowly creeped forward hitting my rear on a stop light.
There was no damage, except my diffuser kinda dislodged from the bumper, so I pushed it back in. Had my buddies at Lexus inspect it, no damage, no scratches (thank god). Made the guy pay me $500 for my troubles lmao.
*knock on wood* hopefully does not happen again.
#11
Instructor
Thread Starter
Damn sorry to hear, got pics of the damage?
I was rear-ended (was a love tap) in the rain a few months back. The guy claimed, his brakes weren't good, so his car slowly creeped forward hitting my rear on a stop light.
There was no damage, except my diffuser kinda dislodged from the bumper, so I pushed it back in. Had my buddies at Lexus inspect it, no damage, no scratches (thank god). Made the guy pay me $500 for my troubles lmao.
*knock on wood* hopefully does not happen again.
I was rear-ended (was a love tap) in the rain a few months back. The guy claimed, his brakes weren't good, so his car slowly creeped forward hitting my rear on a stop light.
There was no damage, except my diffuser kinda dislodged from the bumper, so I pushed it back in. Had my buddies at Lexus inspect it, no damage, no scratches (thank god). Made the guy pay me $500 for my troubles lmao.
*knock on wood* hopefully does not happen again.
If you look closely, you'll see an imprint of the Mercedes emblem and then the bottom of the bumper has a line that is another indention caused by the portion of his bumper below the emblem. The diffuser has 2 tiny imperfections from it. I'd be surprised if that was replaced.
Most people probably wouldn't fix it.
#12
Lexus Test Driver
^ Ahh I see it. I'm pretty @nal about my car.. so I'll fix it lol.
To the naked eye, most people can't tell. But def, see if your insurance can do anything?
To the naked eye, most people can't tell. But def, see if your insurance can do anything?
#13
Instructor
Thread Starter
I'm gonna call my agent on Tuesday, but the lady at fault's insurance will be on the hook. It just sucks that I have to deal with it and have diminished value to deal with just because some lady wasn't paying attention.
I expect a few headaches in the near future.
It's crazy because my husband and I were talking about what my next car will be all day yesterday, too.
Now I'll be taking a hit on trade-in if it shows up on Carfax.
Just generally pissed.
I expect a few headaches in the near future.
It's crazy because my husband and I were talking about what my next car will be all day yesterday, too.
Now I'll be taking a hit on trade-in if it shows up on Carfax.
Just generally pissed.
#14
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I see insurance will quote to replace the diffuser,
If not the body shop can argue in your favor. No way for then I refinish that so those tiny marks will be like it was before without replacing entire piece.
And not all accidents will show up in a carfax. I had a hit and run while car was parked before with some good damage to front fender bumper and headlamp and that never showed up on a carfax. Not sure how or when it does.
You should talk to your insurance to collect dimmished value as part of the claim if you are concerned when you sell. I have heard that is possible.
If not the body shop can argue in your favor. No way for then I refinish that so those tiny marks will be like it was before without replacing entire piece.
And not all accidents will show up in a carfax. I had a hit and run while car was parked before with some good damage to front fender bumper and headlamp and that never showed up on a carfax. Not sure how or when it does.
You should talk to your insurance to collect dimmished value as part of the claim if you are concerned when you sell. I have heard that is possible.
Last edited by specONE; 09-03-17 at 10:00 PM.
#15
Driver School Candidate
When I got rear-ended in a three car wreck years and years ago, the car that caused it was driven by a kid who had just gotten his learners permit and had his eighteen year old sister with him.
I bet daddy wasn't happy.
I bet daddy wasn't happy.