Whether you are selling a used car, buying a used car, or keeping your car for as long as possible, an unsightly dent in the bumper or on the side of a vehicle affects its value and your bargaining power. Here’s the latest money saving tip from Consumer Reports on a simple DIY fix for a dented bumper you can do yourself with some simple tools.
When Bumpers Were Real and Steel
Back in the day when cars were made of steel, a dented bumper meant a trip to an autobody specialist and at least a few days of repair while the dent was hammered out, the body puttied, the bare metal primed and then finally painted with hopefully an identical and matching paint job.
Consumer Reports Used Car Fixes: DIY Fix for a Dented Bumper
Whether you are selling a used car, buying a used car, or keeping your car for as long as possible, an unsightly dent in the bumper or on the side of a vehicle affects its value and your bargaining power. Here’s the latest money saving tip from Consumer Reports on a simple DIY fix for a dented bumper you can do yourself with some simple tools.
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When Bumpers Were Real and Steel
Back in the day when cars were made of steel, a dented bumper meant a trip to an autobody specialist and at least a few days of repair while the dent was hammered out, the body puttied, the bare metal primed and then finally painted with hopefully an identical and matching paint job.