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Search Auto Parts Search Diagnosing bodywork with photos Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Auto Body Repair and Refinishing D2 New User Feb 11, 2015, 11:58 AM Post #1 of 4 (1831 views) Diagnosing bodywork with photos Sign In How accurately have you guys been able to quote prices for collision repair based only on photos/video? I've had some light collision damage, and am trying to get a quote from a couple of professionals by first providing photos before going in to the shops. Do you guys think the prices quoted will be pretty close to actual? Thank you! Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Feb 11, 2015, 1:16 PM Post #2 of 4 (1813 views) Re: Diagnosing bodywork with photos Sign In No. Isn't even my trade but NO! Each job really needs to be looked right at up to whatever measuring by machine for up to frame straightening or matching type of paint with what the rest may look like. I can imagine getting quotes and if out of pocket you just know you will only get a guesstimate or a price so high to cover what they can't see you'll lose. Insurance looks in person AND takes pics and may want pics to prove it was done and more if that's involved. Go in person with the car or have an appraiser come to you if it isn't drivable figure something out, T Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Feb 11, 2015, 1:39 PM Post #3 of 4 (1809 views) Re: Diagnosing bodywork with photos Sign In Definitely not! Sometimes being right at the vehicle still doesn't expose all the damage. Some disassembly could be necessary. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Feb 11, 2015, 2:18 PM Post #4 of 4 (1807 views) Re: Diagnosing bodywork with photos Sign In LMAO - right behind those little door dings they put the $7,000 buck computer for something that cracked, might still work but fail quickly type stuff. Collisions/accidents are just not one size fits all for about any of it. Matching paint work is beyond a trade it's an art even the best of them don't all have. Said, not my trade but sure knew who was for when I was done (restorations) sometimes wanted jaw dropping awesome work or just make it look only as good as new! Difference in cost if the real job is wild, T   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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