[l3iatchinator]

Scraped the side of my car on this white metal pole today. Scrubbing it made it look a bit better (last 2 photos) but there's definitley deeper damage done to the car. It went through the clear coat and chipped off the paint and there's also a clear indentation/deformity of the rear side panel behind the passenger door.

What's the best way to go about fixing this? Detailing place at a car wash? Auto-body shop? I'm probably the least handy person possible so i doubt a DIY fix would be sufficient considering the extent of the damage. If you guys thing it'd be possible, let me know. Last thing i want to do is go to the dealer and waste hundreds of dollars.

 

[ChristopherWRX]

If you want it done right, you should definitely go to an auto-body shop. Ask around for a trusted on in your area. A dealer will rake you across the coals.

Good luck!

 

[Whitefang]

Just put a giant bandaid on it that says ouch!

My brother did that recently to his car. Same spot too his quote was $1k+ to fix it I think he might go they our insurance

 

[XJman]

Auto body. It looks like the panels are damaged.