What happens to your car after a Fender Bender?
A crooked frame can also prevent your car from absorbing impact in a more serious accident that you may be involved in down the line. A common problem after an impact from the rear — even a small one — is damage to the exhaust pipe.
Can a minor fender bender conceal serious problems?
Even minor fender benders can cause more serious underlying problems to your car that may not show up until later. And when those issues finally present themselves, repairs can be costly. Whenever your vehicle sustains body damage that’s more than paint scratches it’s wise to have it inspected at a collision repair shop.
When to get a copy of a Fender Bender report?
You should be able to request a copy of the official report within a week or two of the accident. Incident Report: Many fender-benders occur in parking lots. Large shopping centers and malls may have security guards who will write up an incident report.
A crooked frame can also prevent your car from absorbing impact in a more serious accident that you may be involved in down the line. A common problem after an impact from the rear — even a small one — is damage to the exhaust pipe.
Even minor fender benders can cause more serious underlying problems to your car that may not show up until later. And when those issues finally present themselves, repairs can be costly. Whenever your vehicle sustains body damage that’s more than paint scratches it’s wise to have it inspected at a collision repair shop.
You should be able to request a copy of the official report within a week or two of the accident. Incident Report: Many fender-benders occur in parking lots. Large shopping centers and malls may have security guards who will write up an incident report.
What kind of panels are on inner fenders?
On older vehicles like classic and muscle cars inner fenders are metal panels while on present-day automobiles they are often thermoplastic. Inner fender panels are susceptible to wear out due to lifetime of use and can be also crumpled in a serious collision.
What should I replace my inner fender with?
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Why are inner fenders so vulnerable to damage?
Fenders are more vulnerable to damage and corrosive elements during a lifetime of use than most other body panels since they’re located at the leading edges of your vehicle. These areas are highly subject to a constant beating on the road from stone chips, gravel and other airborne debris you may encounter on your way.