Repair dent or keep the check?

jsonic

I received a check for $1200 to fix a dent on my passenger side door of 2000 Passat. I plan on selling this car next year. Should I fix the car or keep the cash? Will the resale price fall by more than $1200?

isellhondas

Fix the dent!

Yes, it will devalue your car. Most appraisers in order to protect themselves will guess high on the repair. They might deduct 2000.00 for instance.

And...every time you see that dent, it'll tick you off. Get it fixed.

gonzo0903

Fix the dent! Would you buy a dented car? I don't think so!

cutehumor

I'm a claims adjuster. Fix the car! I like to think my hard work wasn't for nothin especially all the hastle I have to take. LOL

armtdm

Why risk the chips and dings that will occur over the next year? Bank the check for a year and have it done just before you are ready to sell. If you were going to keep it I would say do it now.

isellhondas

The cost of repair will probably go up.

Besides, would you want to look at an ugly dent for a year?

redsilverado

you get an "A" for having the brain. best answer of all. bank the cash for the year, get a little bit on the interest, and look for an autobody person wanting to make some cash moonlighting.
now that's a no brainer.

naive2boot

I'm another claims adjuster...on a 2000 get it fixed if you plan to trade it in...also,if any kind of additional damage if found ...it's better done now than later. Do you have a lienholder? if you do, you gotta fix it. And, if you live in the part of the USA I do...watch out for rust.
Also, you won't be paid again for the same dents on your vehicle...or at least you shouldn't be.