So my E92 hit a tree....

Lotus99 · 01-07-2009, 02:12 AM

Bummer... what are the fenders made out of that they crack? I thought they're metal that wouldn't?

CaptChaos · 01-07-2009, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Lotus99

Bummer... what are the fenders made out of that they crack? I thought they're metal that wouldn't?

The E92 front fenders are plastic. Helps with the weight distribution, I expect.

KkSc · 01-07-2009, 03:24 AM

Ouch!!!that's heart breaking...!!!

ctgazer · 01-07-2009, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by MechUT

I would estimate that as being about 5k worth of damage, from the outside. If it is out of pocket, can't the fenders and bumper be repaired, which is cheaper than being replaced.

Having owned a car in the past that was not fixed properly after a collision, I would suggest making sure that if the frame is slight bent, etc, that those inside things get fixed as well. Some places will do an amazing job on the outside, but can leave the hidden parts in a frightening state.

Someone backed into me in December (remember Soni?) and since it is mainly just damage on the DD front bumper, I'm taking it to a fairly ghetto place tomorrow to get fixed up. The guy's done good work on our other cars, so I'm willing to take a chance with my E90, and will let you know how it turns out.

I'm sure he would quote your job at around 4k.

what?!?!?!?!?! nooooo

Vicnumb7 · 01-07-2009, 10:37 AM

I duno, I'm going to the markham dealership today, Going to ask for a quote there, if its decent I'm just going to get it done, can't drive it like this...ARGH. If its anywhere around 7k, I guess I'll check out RMP

picus · 01-07-2009, 11:46 AM

I don't think 7k is out of the question on this. It might be a bit high but I don't think it's unreasonable. You need a new bumper, two new fenders and more important probably a lot of replaced parts under the bumper. That + paint + labour can easily be $5k+. RMP and Bimmersport aren't body shops, but they can help point you in the right direction. RMP is located right in front of European Autobody, which *is* a body shop, I'd get a quote there and at 427 Auto (Kipling & the QEW area, Evans Ave).

iPodAddict · 01-07-2009, 02:29 PM

That'll buff right out...

Soni · 01-07-2009, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by MechUT

Someone backed into me in December (remember Soni?)

Of course I remember....I was like where the hell did yo go to buy few screws.

avandss · 01-08-2009, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by T i h o r

Man if my girl (or any girl did that) she'd be my EX. Not because I'd break up with her, but because I woulda killed her. lol

Goodluck with the car man. It hurts to see/hear what happend!

its just a car.. it can be fixed/replaced, THANK god your girl is ok, as bad as it sound be happy it was a stupid accident instead of a serious one...

look at the bright side, im sure there was some road rash on the bumper, now the front end will look brand new

ac87 · 01-08-2009, 05:07 AM

im still confused how she hit a tree...but best of luck w/ the car

kenneth · 01-08-2009, 08:12 AM

Sorry to hear! Those are bummers indeed!

giddyup69 · 01-08-2009, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by picus

I don't think 7k is out of the question on this. It might be a bit high but I don't think it's unreasonable. You need a new bumper, two new fenders and more important probably a lot of replaced parts under the bumper. That + paint + labour can easily be $5k+. RMP and Bimmersport aren't body shops, but they can help point you in the right direction. RMP is located right in front of European Autobody, which *is* a body shop, I'd get a quote there and at 427 Auto (Kipling & the QEW area, Evans Ave).

^+1...... i got rear-ended a little while back. here was my original post:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=185862

although it didn't look like much damage at the time..... it took the body shop 3 weeks to fix it and the final bill to the insurance company was 6900$.

once they took the bumper off... they showed me a whole mess of problems underneath. the impact was so hard some of the car's crumple zones had given way.

good luck with the repairs... and definitely sucks to see... bmw's are definitely not cheap to fix.

ToadHollow · 01-08-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ToadHollow

If it makes you feel any better ........... you're not alone. Moron decided to make a u-turn in front of me last Friday and ......... BLAM!

I just received my estimate this morning ............ $10,542.00 US not including whatever else they may find once they "tear" into it. Your estimate, IMHO, isn't so over the top ......

BMWNTHZST · 01-08-2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Vicnumb7

My girl was driving my car and he hit a small tree. Tho not a big tree, the damages are heart breaking:

I live in Waterloo, ON. I got a quote from a local body shop: Mytrek for $7000. Can anyone recommend a Good Body shop in Waterloo, or the GTA? Thanks alot in advance guys

Sorry to see that.

The only place I take my cars is European Autobody ask for Manuel
14 Goodmark Place, Etobicoke, ON., M9W 6R1 416.679.8722

Tell him John (with the M5 and 330CI vert) sent you.

Good luck!

rpms44 · 01-08-2009, 03:02 PM

I have used Koebel's in Waterloo twice in the last five years. They are just around the corner from BMW Waterloo. They did excellent work both times. The first time was in 2003, $14k in front end damage to my e46. I still have the car, and it still works great. A few months ago they did a new door and blend job on my wifes Tundra, it turned out real nice as well.

veightkiller · 01-08-2009, 03:13 PM

sorry to hear about your car man. so who's paying you or the GF?

Terrance28 · 01-08-2009, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Vicnumb7

My girl was driving my car and he hit a small tree. Tho not a big tree, the damages are heart breaking:

I live in Waterloo, ON. I got a quote from a local body shop: Mytrek for $7000. Can anyone recommend a Good Body shop in Waterloo, or the GTA? Thanks alot in advance guys

Maybe he was mad you called him your girl

. Jk sorry to hear about it.

ToadHollow · 01-08-2009, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by CaptChaos

The E92 front fenders are plastic. Helps with the weight distribution, I expect.

Actually, it isn't so much the weight distribution as it is to absorb the force of a collision. I was told this by both the insurance adjuster as well as the body shop owner ...... my .02

Vicnumb7 · 01-09-2009, 12:51 PM

well went to European Auto Body, Emanu was a cool dude, took my car apart and showed me exactly what was wrong. Went through the entire quote and it came out to 7.2k. Cars in the shop, and should be done in about a week.

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Vicnumb7 Lieutenant 30 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Porsche Macan Turbo Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Toronto + HK iTrader: (3)	I duno, I'm going to the markham dealership today, Going to ask for a quote there, if its decent I'm just going to get it done, can't drive it like this...ARGH. If its anywhere around 7k, I guess I'll check out RMP
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picus Brigadier General 125 Rep 4,172 Posts Drives: e92 SG 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	I don't think 7k is out of the question on this. It might be a bit high but I don't think it's unreasonable. You need a new bumper, two new fenders and more important probably a lot of replaced parts under the bumper. That + paint + labour can easily be $5k+. RMP and Bimmersport aren't body shops, but they can help point you in the right direction. RMP is located right in front of European Autobody, which is a body shop, I'd get a quote there and at 427 Auto (Kipling & the QEW area, Evans Ave).
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ac87 Private 5 Rep 97 Posts Drives: 328xi Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Richmond iTrader: (0)	im still confused how she hit a tree...but best of luck w/ the car
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rpms44 Private 3 Rep 50 Posts Drives: 335i coupe Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cambridge, ON iTrader: (0)	I have used Koebel's in Waterloo twice in the last five years. They are just around the corner from BMW Waterloo. They did excellent work both times. The first time was in 2003, $14k in front end damage to my e46. I still have the car, and it still works great. A few months ago they did a new door and blend job on my wifes Tundra, it turned out real nice as well.
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veightkiller Brigadier General 64 Rep 4,149 Posts Drives: e90 335i Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Vancouver,B.C iTrader: (3)	sorry to hear about your car man. so who's paying you or the GF?
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Vicnumb7 Lieutenant 30 Rep 487 Posts Drives: Porsche Macan Turbo Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Toronto + HK iTrader: (3)	well went to European Auto Body, Emanu was a cool dude, took my car apart and showed me exactly what was wrong. Went through the entire quote and it came out to 7.2k. Cars in the shop, and should be done in about a week.
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