6 MINOR COLLISION DAMAGES THAT NEED PROFESSIONAL ATTENTION

Thousands of drivers get into vehicle accidents every dayin the US. Even if your accident was minor and no one was injured, your vehicle still needs to be professionally inspected and repaired. The following are seven minor collision issues with your car that need immediate auto body attention.

Broken head or taillights pose a potential driving hazard. Furthermore, broken lights lead to getting pulled over and ticketed by police for a moving or mechanical function violation.

Repairing a broken headlight assembly generally costs around $250 or more. You don't have to file an insurance claim for this type of repair, as your deductible may be more than your repair costs.

A minor accident can rip a side mirror off or damage the glass. Since lacking a side mirror is a driving violation, have the unit replaced.

Manually operated side mirrors are cheaper to replace than are automatic side mirrors, since automatic mirrors require electrical work to make the new mirror operable.

Side mirror replacement costs vary; average costs including labor are $200 for a single mirror and fittings.

Paint damage from an accident includes deep scratches in your vehicle's exterior or damaged paint due to buckling or denting in your car's doors or other areas. Your car's paint job is designed to protect the vehicle framework from rust and corrosion, so minor scratches and flaking paint should be repaired to prevent water damage to your vehicle's metal components.

Paint and scratch repair costs vary depending on the depth and length of damage. Expect to pay anywhere from as low as $300 to over $1,000 for paint restoration.

• Gaps in the door when closed
• Leaning or tilting when opened or closed
• Doors that only stay shut when locked
• Stuck doors that won't open

Your car's bumper and fender are designed to absorb most of the impact of a collision, protecting your vehicle's frame and the passengers within the car from the force of a crash. Even a minor accident can lead to costly bumper and fender damage.

Besides aesthetics, bumper and fender repairs are necessary because once these components have been impacted, they lose their ability to protect you and your vehicle if another crash were to occur. These repairs are costly and are often best done by utilizing your auto insurance: the average cost to repair bumper or fender damage is several hundred dollars or more. Costs go up if you need a paint job to fully restore a damaged bumper or fender.

A broken or cracked windshield is a common side effect of a minor accident. Depending on the severity of the crack, your windshield can be repaired or replaced entirely. Repairs average over $100 including labor, while a windshield replacement can cost upwards of $400.

Minor body damage on your vehicle should be inspected by your auto body mechanic to ensure your vehicle is safe to drive. Our skilled mechanics will give your vehicle a thorough inspection before recommending repairs. For a repair or restoration quote, call us at Automotive Super Sports today.