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The bodywork of your car is there to give your car its visual appeal, help it slice through the air and protect the occupants from everything on the outside. It bears the brunt of all the dirt, grime, bugs and objects that come in contact with your car. Here’s everything you need to know about the bodywork of your car. 

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Discover the importance of car bodywork: from visual appeal and aerodynamics to protection against dirt and debris. Here are the frequently asked questions about your car's exterior.

Whenever possible, keep your vehicle undercover and away from constant sunlight. Wash it once a month or more often. If it is dirty wash the dirt off as soon as possible. Bird and bat droppings, leaves and sand can eat into the paintwork, so get rid of them quickly. Consider applying paint protection to your vehicle.

How do I keep my paint in good condition?

If you’re driving a spankingly new high-value car and crunch a front quarter panel and bend the bonnet, a repair will be most likely. If, however, you smack a low-value car into a guard rail, lose the front bumper, a quarter panel, and bend the bonnet, then the insurance company is likely to write it off. It will be up to the insurance company's discretion.

How much body damage will cause my car to be written off?

As with all things DIY, the end result may not be perfect and a trip to your local repairer would ensure the job is done right. Smallish dents can be removed by either pushing out (if you can get in behind the dent), suctioned out (using some sort of plunger or another suction device) or through the application of heat.

Can I remove dents without going to a body shop?

Things to look for;
<ul>
<li>Different panels not matching in colour</li>
<li>Drips and runs in the finished job</li>
<li>Paint on components on which there should be none. (Exhaust, trimming, light covers)</li>
</ul>

How can I tell if a paint job is bad?

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Car Body FAQs

How do I keep my paint in good condition?

How much body damage will cause my car to be written off?

Can I remove dents without going to a body shop?

How can I tell if a paint job is bad?

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