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Question by  outsiter (25)

What is the cost to fix a scratch on a car?

I guess I turned too close to a curb. There is a scratch on my new car, and I want to get it fixed, but I'm afraid it will be out of my budget.

 
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Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

I cannot give a estimate myself without more information. You should take it to a few local paint shops and dealerships to see what they would charge. That way you know you are getting a good deal. Always ask to see an example of their work beforehand though.

 
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Answer by  icanoutfishyou (1148)

Depends on how bad the scratch is. Most auto body shops will want to respray the panel, which will cost about $500. But you might as well try a "scratch fix" product that you can pick up at a local automotive store, which may possibly buff out the scratch without a problem. Cost: about $10.

 
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Answer by  mortlake (22)

depending on the scratch it could be as simple as a quick feather rub & a light spray , a fill & paint or the worst case scenario would be work on the whole panel , most workshops factor about $ 200 per panel , so it could be between $ 200 - $500 depending on the filling work needed

 
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Answer by  doc325 (454)

A simple scratch is normally not to costly. It can be often just buffed out. If you have a deeper scratch then it may need to be touchup painted. This will determine the cost of you repair. Talk with some body shops and go form there.

 
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Answer by  fordguy777 (346)

Sometimes you can get away with a little touch-up paint from the local auto store. A small container usually runs about two to five dollars.

 
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Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Well without seeing it it is hard to estimate a cost to repair. You will need to take it to some local shop to have them give you a estimate.

 
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