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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 05:53 AM
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Default Body shop needed

My '00 A6 was rear ended a couple of weeks ago and I need a good body shop in the central NJ area (near Princeton). Does anyone have any recommendations? Not much damage, just a scratched outer bumper and a cracked under bumper structure (all plastic) and cracked tail light.
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 06:30 AM
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Default I am assuming that the other driver's insurance is covering the repair costs...

Since you have a pre-2002 model without the exposed exhaust, might be a goo time to consider upgrading the bumper to the 2002+ model with the exposed exhaust tips! Others have done that when they were rear-ended...since it is basically free!

Just find a shop that is willing to do this.

Good luck on your repairs!
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 06:45 AM
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Default Not picking on you "gmb27t", but everyone should know who is doing your body work BEFORE you need it

What if your car is damaged so much it has to be flat bedded some place. Are you going to let them take it to the dealer, or to what ever shop is close to the accident.

I could be miles from home and know where i will demand to have my car towed.

Everyone do your homework before you get into an accident.
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 07:08 AM
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Very good point.
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 08:14 AM
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Default Yes.. Its all paid for by the other party's insurance

Not sure I want the tips exposed though. I've weighed that option many times and I kind of like the fact that you can't see them.
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 08:16 AM
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Default Actually I did

But they can't get to it for a long time. So I'm looking for alternatives. If I can;t find anyone I 'll just wait it out.
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