Hit and run accident - Rear bumper estimated cost C230 2006
10-28-2007, 08:09 PM
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Hit and run accident - Rear bumper estimated cost C230 2006
My parked car was hit and was wondering if anybody here knew the approximate cost to change the rear bumper of a c230 2006 sedan (four doors).
There is also a keyed scratch on the left side of the passenger door, and wondering how much it would be to fix that too.
I refuse to take it to the original dealership because they charge ridiculous price.
Any advice/suggestions, and estimated cost for the defects mentioned above?
Thanks again
I'm located in Los Angeles, CA (would prefer not to drive outside of la)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16865381@N05/
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There is also a keyed scratch on the left side of the passenger door, and wondering how much it would be to fix that too.
I refuse to take it to the original dealership because they charge ridiculous price.
Any advice/suggestions, and estimated cost for the defects mentioned above?
Thanks again
I'm located in Los Angeles, CA (would prefer not to drive outside of la)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16865381@N05/
links to pics.
Last edited by marg8; 10-29-2007 at 10:30 AM. Reason: forgot to put location
10-29-2007, 10:45 AM
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wouldn't the approximate cost just be your insurance deductible ?
if parts & labor costs 1 million dollars, I only pay $500.
if parts & labor costs 1 million dollars, I only pay $500.
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10-29-2007, 02:04 PM
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My bumper was messed, dealer gave me a rough estimate 2 grand.
I got tired of looking at the mess finally and ordered a bumper from
Duval for about 350 including shipping.
I had it painted for about 300 and installed it myself.
$650 total. R&R was a bit of a pain, but not difficult, just removing bolts and screws. Not brain surgery.
So, take the insurance money, and do the same, and get your door painted at the same time and pocket at least a grand for your head.
If you decide to go this route, instructions for R&R bumper are in the service DVD but even then not so easy to find. But they are there.
I got tired of looking at the mess finally and ordered a bumper from
Duval for about 350 including shipping.
I had it painted for about 300 and installed it myself.
$650 total. R&R was a bit of a pain, but not difficult, just removing bolts and screws. Not brain surgery.
So, take the insurance money, and do the same, and get your door painted at the same time and pocket at least a grand for your head.
If you decide to go this route, instructions for R&R bumper are in the service DVD but even then not so easy to find. But they are there.
10-29-2007, 02:37 PM
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How do I let myself get sucked into conversations like this?
Anyway, I've just spent about 1/2 hour finding PN's and prices on your bumper.
Seems the price of 700 is about right.
See attachments for pn's. Not sure which one is yours, as in Stnd. Sport, or AMG style.
You can look up parts prices here
You could DIY for about a grand.
EDIT: PDF is complete parts list with side and rear strips which looks like you might need.
I used the VIN of a 2006 C230 on ebay.
You can look this up yourself with a one month subscription for 3 bucks here
Anyway, I've just spent about 1/2 hour finding PN's and prices on your bumper.
Seems the price of 700 is about right.
See attachments for pn's. Not sure which one is yours, as in Stnd. Sport, or AMG style.
You can look up parts prices here
You could DIY for about a grand.
EDIT: PDF is complete parts list with side and rear strips which looks like you might need.
I used the VIN of a 2006 C230 on ebay.
You can look this up yourself with a one month subscription for 3 bucks here
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repaired rear bumper on 02 C320 at Marco's about 6 months ago
http://www.insiderpages.com/b/9862055094
About $1,200, ins. paid.
http://www.insiderpages.com/b/9862055094
About $1,200, ins. paid.
10-29-2007, 08:23 PM
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Saprissa,
My deductible is $1000, but the lower amount the better.
And I wouldn't want it to affect my insurance policy somehow either.
I know that some body here in LA has got to have a good deal.
Thank you
My deductible is $1000, but the lower amount the better.
And I wouldn't want it to affect my insurance policy somehow either.
I know that some body here in LA has got to have a good deal.
Thank you
