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How long does it take to fix a car after an accident?
I was recently in a hit and run that damaged my car. The damages didn’t seem extensive, but when I took my car to the repair shop they said it could take three weeks to fix my car. One month later, my car still isn’t ready to be picked up. How long should it take to fix a car?
Talullah Blanco · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m so sorry to hear you were in a
hit and run
accident. It can take between one day and several months to fix your car after an accident, depending on the extent of damage to your vehicle, the type of car you have, and the number of cars currently at the shop. Here are the estimated times for repairs once your claim is approved:
- One day for windshield replacement and bumper repairs
- One to two days for minor auto bodywork
- One to two weeks to replace internal elements of your car
- Over a month to fix extensive damage to multiple parts
If your mechanic is taking an unreasonable amount of time to fix your car, contact your insurance company and the mechanic to resolve any issues that may be delaying the repairs.
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