SUPER URGENT SMART SCRATCH REMOVAL AND PAINT South Wales or Coventry area

[George Welsh]

I had to rent a car to travel for a job interview, unfortunetely due to the facking shape of the car, while reversing yesterday I managed to scratch the rear bumper. Its not cracked or anything but it will definitely need painting the area.
If there is anyone in South Wales swansea, cardiff Newport area or on my way back to Coventry area that can repair it or know someone that can do it properly, I will be greatfull.
It needs to be done urgently, so today or tmr first thing in the morning (if it is in Coventry area) will save my arse and my mind.
I can provide photos etc.
I will be online all the time so please pm me or post here.

Thank you

 

[Amos91]

Try and contact Chips Away for a quick fix.

 

[George Welsh]

I tried..

 

[Jaff.]

I could have a look at it for you. I'm in Swansea

 

[George Welsh]

Jaff I am sending you a pm mate

 

[George Welsh]

Jaff where are you? Lol

 

[George Welsh]

Anyone??

 

[Simon@SprayShack]

Get some pics up

 

[Jaff.]

sorry mate im in college - limited internet connection.

ive replied to your pm

 

[davo172]

Try and contact Chips Away for a quick fix.

Quick n s**tty 99% of the time !

 

[Amos91]

Quick n s**tty 99% of the time !

And as its a hire car, that's the perfect solution.

 

[George Welsh]

I just arrived in Coventry. Jaff I was driving when you replied but thank you very much for your offer.
I am still looking though for help but in west midlands now.
I cant upload photos but if anyone can assist I can email photos.
I can be anywhere at any time to fix the puke..

 

[Bluebeard]

My guy could have done it tomorrow but It would have involved a detour via Bristol.

 

[George Welsh]

Daniel thanks for the reply. I just arrived in Coventry and honestly dont know what to do.
Do you mind if you pm me your email to send them just to have a look please.

 

[Bluebeard]

Yeah no worries. superfast dan at yahoo . co . uk

 

[George Welsh]

Thank youuuuuuuuu

 

[Bluebeard]

 

[Mr R.]

Is the black plastic bit at the bottom not going to be a problem?

 

[Bluebeard]

That's smart repairable, my bloke would charge £70 for that. (35 for the bumper, 35 for the black plastic)

It's not an ideal repair (I wouldn't have it on my car!!) but it would pass the eye of a hire car company employee.

Best get ringing around in the morning George!

 

[George Welsh]

Thank you Daniel for posting the photos and for your advice.
I will make a list with those in the area, then probably pick a smart repair shop and be there before they open. If I am very very lucky and they have a slot I ll stay. Otherwise Daniel I will email you in the morning.
Dont ask why I didn take my cup

 

[Darius]

I use perfect finish on Coventry and they have done a good job on my car with good prices. Look them up and give them a ring. Think they have a 24/7 mobile number on there website e

 

[Matt e]

what would you have to pay the hire company if you didnt get it repaired?

 

[George Welsh]

Thanks a lot JavvaCake Matt e They can charge almost anything they want....

 

[Darius]

Thanks a lot JavvaCake Matt e They can charge almost anything they want....

Give them a bell mate - very good company. Will most likely see u tomorrow if u explain the situation

 

[Amos91]

Thanks a lot @JavvaCake @Matt e They can charge almost anything they want....

It will be the excess stipulated when you signed the agreement for the hire car. Although often flat tyres & windscreen damage is not covered by this.

For future reference, have a look at hire car excess cover from a 3rd party. Such as:

http://www.travelsupermarket.com/c/cheap-car-hire/buying-car-hire-excess-insurance/

 

[Dr HMS Derv Destroyer]

Cheers @ davedreads

We could of done it as we are down in nuneaton ( bout 10 mins away ) unfortunately the workshop is rammed to the doors with cars ready for paintwork

plus us I don't think we have that colour to hand....

Try VIDAK repairs ( think that's how you spell it ) they do short notice

 

[Simon@SprayShack]

Personally id leave that well alone take it back and take it on the chin, a rush rush repair could end in tears, worst thing is if you have it done in a rush rush, they see it and dock you alot more to correct it.

Too much of this cover up malarky these days, take it on the chin instead of trying to pull a fast one, you wouldnt want a sloppy repair if the car was yours would you?.

(By the way im not saying any of the above chaps would do a sloppy repair, im just talking generally).

 

[Josho.]

On a related note, a mates dad did the same on the bumper of an Astra he hired in Scotland. Was in a really weird place and luckily low down. Trouble was the car was grey so stood out like a saw thumb. Quick visit to Halfords, some wet and dry and a spray can and I have to say it looked amazing. Don't get me wrong I did a s**t job since it was some 600 grit paper, no primer just a quick spray over and intense polish (I had some in my car) but it LOOKED good.

Never heard a thing.

 

[George Welsh]

I would like to thank all of you for the advice and help.
It has been a hectic and depressing week lol but everything went ok.
I had the bumper and the black trim repaired and painted and the finished job was amazing.
I didnt go the smart repair route for peace of mind and just in case something would go wrong..
I dont want to go to much detail but the place that was recommended were very understanding, and did an ace job.
Jaff Daniel JavvaCake THANK YOU.
:cheers: