I think this might be expensive... worth fixing?
I think this might be expensive... worth fixing?
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ILoveMondeo

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9,617 posts

257 months

Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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Unfortunately I had a little bump with a deer on the way to work this morning, the poor little fella crept out of the dark and despite my best efforts I couldn't quite swing around him clipping his noggin at around 40mph.

Anyone in the know think this is worth fixing "properly" or should I just get the foglight fitted again (it appears to be intact) and a new blanking plate for the hole on the left and live with the crack... the plan was to trade in the car later this year..

The bumper has a nice crack and the wing is a little out of shape, the bumper appears to be one very large piece for most of the front of the car (2009 A8, facelift model so with the "big mouth" like the S8) looks like it'd be an expensive part.

anyway, here's the obligatory pictures.. any advice gratefully received!




Jacobyte

4,768 posts

273 months

Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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We've tried a few recipes, but I'd highly recommend a minute each side on a char-grill, then wash it down with a good Chianti. F-F-F-F-F.

Regarding the car, Ebay for the parts and a Chipsaway type company for the bodywork.

rosscobmw

350 posts

189 months

Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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try 1stchoice.co.uk . I normally get cheap bits from there

HustleRussell

26,707 posts

191 months

Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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Looks like it could be quite easily jimmied about and mate to look presentable for very little, if you're prepared to live with the crack/scuffing.

stormy22

793 posts

168 months

Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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Does't seem too much of an issue, do it yourself with cheap parts. However, I suggest getting your tracking checked. It may have jolted the wheel and knocked it out of line scrubbing your tyres off unnecessarily over time.

The Black Flash

13,735 posts

229 months

Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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Ask your local body shop for a quote - they can probably sort that for 150 quid, if you supply a new light from the scrappy.