[Uscgs2k]

Not sure where to post this question, but I could really use peoples help on recs and experience with repairs to dents and paint scratches on these machines. Got a 2016 Camaro 2SS convertible. Unfortunately a hotel baggage dolly fell off a curb and hit the rear right side quarter panel. One small dent to the body line and two small dents with paint scratches above it.

Every dent I’ve ever had to take care of before was the result of an accident with insurance claim. Wasn’t looking to involve them for what looks like minor damage—but damage that still can be costly. What would be some viable options? Is it worth taking it to the dealer to fix these kinds of things? PDR specialist take care of it, and then try to use touch up paint to fill the scratches? An auto body shop? Please help!

[KirkH]

From the pics, I would estimate $250-500 for paintless dent repair of the dents and $200 plus cost of touch up paint for the scratches from a detailer. That’s in my area. Your city may be more expensive.

[Uscgs2k]

Thanks a ton. Helpful to get a price idea. Do detailers usually do their own touch up jobs? Last time I used touch up paint ten+ years ago it seemed like a thoroughly DIY affair.

[pauly1119]

That really doesn’t look like a dentless repair dent to me. Yes they can make it better but you will always be able to see that from 10 feet away. That’s going to need a little body work.

[lt4camaro]

Definitely not a paintless repair, That is a 10 hr job @ 50 per hour plus $ 200 for all materials. That is based on the the poor pictures with the body wet. Rain drops hide alot.. body shop only job.