Bugger, car vs garage

[LeeHodges]

Hi all

Just wanted some advice on this damage that I've managed to inflict on my car. I'm not angry with myself as I just don't know how I managed it. I've reversed this and my other TVR in there so many times. Got to say though, it sounded bloomin' awful.

So, yes it's original chameleon paint, but I do have spare so not fretting about that. The question is, should I try and sort this myself or is it a specialist equipment/experience job? I've never repaired fibreglass before, so not sure if its a filler job or fibreglass? Thoughts?

[LeeHodges]

I agree getting professional help is the way to go. Should I avoid 'chips-away' type services? I've no real experience of their work. Otherwise, any recommendations for Staffordshire-based companies?

Thanks again.

[LeeHodges]

FlipFlopGriff said:

Sportmotive in Stoke. Got a reputable body shop and know what they are doing.
http://www.sportmotive.com/
FFG

Thanks FFG, in fact, I've already emailed them over the pictures. It's annoying as its only just left Central TVR for an MOT/service

[LeeHodges]

ecs0set said:

That paint is tricky / impossible to match isn't it. As it's so small, would a well shaped matt-black section applied to the back of the wheelarch on both sides disguise it at considerably less cost?

The good news is that I had 1.5ltrs of the paint given to me with the car, otherwise I'd be a lot less calm about it!

[LeeHodges]

FlipFlopGriff said:

Sportmotive in Stoke. Got a reputable body shop and know what they are doing.
http://www.sportmotive.com/
FFG

I've been told (not for the first time) by Sportmotive that they can't fit me in. I know it can't be helped if they're busy but there's only so many times you'll keep trying a place.

[LeeHodges]

DJR 7 said:

I would also recommend S&D. I live in Bucks but wouldn't go anywhere else.
That said I've seen some Work that's been carried out by Option 1 in Bromsgrove and it was to a very high standard.

Just had a quote back from Option 1 - £480. A bit more than I was hoping for given that it's a small area and I've got the paint. Am I being too naive?