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How much will it cost to replace the shell or door?

Tiny
ADINA LEAH WACHSMAN
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  • 2011 SUBARU OUTBACK
  • 200,000 MILES
Yesterday I bought the vehicle listed above. Today on the way back from tagging it a lady pulled out of a parking lot and hit my back passenger door. I just want an idea of how much it will cost to replace the shell or door, paint it to match, and touch up a small place on the quarter panel where it meets the door.
Anyone have any ideas?
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Friday, October 13th, 2023 AT 1:02 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

Is it possible for you to take a few pics of the damage and upload them for me to see? If it was the other person's fault, shouldn't their insurance pay for the repairs?

Let me know. Also, replacing the door skin may not be needed. It may be less expensive to repair the one that was damaged. If I could see it, I should be able to tell.

Let me know.

Joe
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Friday, October 13th, 2023 AT 9:06 PM
Tiny
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Yes.
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Saturday, October 14th, 2023 AT 3:58 AM
Tiny
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Not sure why it sent the screen shots. I sent two pics, but I only see this one. I’ll try to upload the other again.
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Saturday, October 14th, 2023 AT 4:03 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

I can see you take pride in the vehicle just by how clean it is. As far as the repair is concerned, you shouldn't need to replace the door skin. They should be able to repair the one that is damaged.

As far as cost, please remember I'm not sure where you are located or know the average hourly repair costs. I do know that everything has become extremely expensive over the past few years. If I had to estimate, I would think it could be repaired for approximately $1,500.00. Again, that is an estimate.

Let me know what they tell you.

Take care,

Joe
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Sunday, October 15th, 2023 AT 1:47 PM
Tiny
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You were so close! The estimate was a little over $2,000.00. Their insurance offered $1,678.00.
Thanks for your help!
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Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 AT 1:56 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

You are very welcome. I was hoping to be somewhat close, but labor rates are different all over the country. Is the repair shop willing to do all repairs for the 1678.00? If they are, great. If not, you may have to dispute it with the insurance company.

Regardless, let me know if there is anything I can do to help. Also, feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Take good care of yourself.

Joe
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Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 AT 6:23 PM
Tiny
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Thanks!
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2023 AT 1:08 AM

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