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unclebug Sun May 03, 2015 5:47 pm

The front was in a minor fender bender at some point. Past owner replaced one fender and the hood. It has a few creases and a small tear in the passenger side. Question is can it be repaired or should I have a new front clip instaled






RLFD213 Sun May 03, 2015 6:23 pm

It doesn't look to bad. Maybe some cutting and welding in new metal or maybe even just a new apron and not the whole clip.

Emeraldlion Sun May 03, 2015 7:16 pm

I would most definitely NOT be replacing anything on that. If you can do it yourself pull that mess back into place. If not find a good frame/body shop and ask them to straighten it. It appears to barely be pushed in. That metal will pull back into place with some tension and heat and massaging with a big hammer. I have been looking at pictures of damage people fixed on the own and can tell you yours looks very manageable without welding any new panels and keeping the original metal.

Gsuffa Wed Nov 19, 2025 2:46 pm

Agreed



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