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How much does it cost to fix a paint scratch on a car?
I was driving on a beautiful scenic road that cuts through the woods not far from my home when a rabbit ran across the road. I know I wasn’t supposed to, but I swerved out of the way and scratched my car on the guard rails on the side of the road. Now I’ve got scratches on the side of my car and I’d like to have them taken care of. How much would it cost to fix a paint scratch on a car?
Chloe Jenkins · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s always a scary situation when an animal crosses in front of your car–thankfully no one was hurt! Getting your paint scratch professionally can cost as low as *$100 for minor damage or more than $500 if the damage is too severe.
- The depth of the scratch, whether it is only at the surface or penetrates the car body
- The length of the scratch
- The location of the scratch
- The body shop’s rates
The best way to get an accurate idea of the cost of repairs is to have the damage assessed by a professional at an auto repair shop. If you can, call around to multiple shops and
get price quotes for your repairs
.If you find that the asking price is more than you expected, check out the
Jerry
app to find out how much money you can save on your car insurance
. Then, use those savings to help pay for your paint repairs.The savings keep coming even after Jerry finds you great insurance at the lowest price. Before every policy renewal period, you’ll be presented with new competitive quotes, which means you’ll always have the best coverage at the best price. If you want to switch policies, that’s fine! Jerry can help cancel your old policy.
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