
Originally Posted by
dr. d
1. it's plastic, sir. it won't rust. no need to rush the repair.
2. if your car is insured, inquire how much your participation fee will be;
3. ask the friendly neighborhood auto pintor how much he will charge you;
4. how meticulous are you? will a not-so-perfect fix (by the friendly pintor) be acceptable? or do you want "factory-fresh, matching" job c/o insurance?
5. casas/insurance may take several days to a week. neighborhood pintor, 1-2 days.
6. you might consider collecting a few more blemishes, before you have the bumper painted.
good luck, sir.