What's involved
What this repair actually is.
The quarter panel is the large rear panel around the back wheel, and unlike a fender it's welded to the body, so repairs are real bodywork. We pull and reshape the metal where possible, or cut in and weld a partial or full replacement panel, then refinish and blend the paint into the door and rear of the car.
Symptoms
How you can tell.
- Large dent or crease behind the rear door
- Damage around the rear wheel arch
- Creased metal near the fuel door or tail light
- Panel pushed in far enough to rub the rear tire
If you delay
Cracked paint on a creased quarter panel rusts from the inside out, and because the panel is welded on, corrosion here becomes structural over time.
Educational estimate. Real pricing depends on your vehicle, the inspection, parts availability, taxes, and shop rates. Use this as a guide while you shop quotes.
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