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Profitably selling a car after an accident can be difficult, but in some cases it is quite possible. After an accident, the value of the vehicle is automatically reduced, although the price is directly dependent on the nature of the damage.
Looking for distribution options soon after the accident is not the best solution. First, representatives of the insurance company will record information about the accident and its consequences. Only after that it is allowed to perform any actions with the car.
If the impact during the accident fell on the side or frontal part, the car is not subject to restoration. There is also no point in repairing if the geometry of the body has changed - “driving” the car entails a number of serious problems, the elimination of which does not guarantee good work. In the case when the amount of repairs is planned to be close to half the cost of the vehicle, some owners put up a "swallow" in the form in which it is.
If the accident left traces in the form of dents and scratches, returning the car to its previous appearance is a matter of time. It is likely that restoration work will result in large expenses (for example, paintwork body), but this solution will extend the life of the car.
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A number of factors influence the outcome of the dilemma that has arisen - whether to sell the car after an accident or keep it.
- Make and model - whether the repair is justified by the cost of the car when it was sold (in fact, restoration work is cost-effective only for expensive brands).
- Year of manufacture and degree of wear. Repair of the "elderly iron horse» is always more expensive, but options for installing cheap components are possible. And discounts are often offered for the repair of new cars.
- The nature of the damage. In case of damage in the frontal part, body geometry or a downed electrical system, not every service undertakes the restoration. A damaged trunk can be replaced with a new one.
- The material possibilities of the owner of the investment in the restoration of the machine.
- Savings on the work of car mechanics. Minor damage can be repaired on your own, but first evaluate your professional skills objectively.
After weighing all the factors, decide on next steps- sell the car after the accident or continue its operation after repair work.
Before selling a car after an accident, invite an appraiser, better if not one. So you will hear several independent opinions about whether to sell a car after an accident, how to do it, and how much you can help out in the event of a sale. But approximate cost machines can be calculated independently. There are several such methods.
- Method comparative analysis. The reference point is taken on the machines presented on secondary market and having similar parameters. But in this case, it is not worth neglecting a professional assessment.
- The present value method, characterized by complexity and high cost of implementation. Used by insurance companies that calculate the amount of payments. It takes into account all the factors described above (make, year, condition, mileage, etc.).
- Method residual value. Used more often legal entities(for example, the car was used as a taxi), when vehicle well worth its market value.
After independent or peer review of an emergency vehicle, it is easier to decide on further actions.
Selling a car after an accident can be helped by companies specializing in buying broken cars. The seller only needs to make a call and describe the damage received during the accident. The resulting price, at the same time, will be lower than the possible market price. After the parties agree on a compromise solution, proceed to assemble a package of documents, which includes:
- Passport of the owner of the car;
- Vehicle registration certificate;
- Vehicle registration certificate;
- Technical inspection card;
- Book after-sales service(in the presence of);
- General Power of Attorney.
This option for selling a damaged car after an accident is suitable if the seller wants to avoid fuss and does not put an edge on the financial issue.
This implementation method is a “double-edged sword”, as they say. If you correctly approach the repair, you can get a good profit from the sale of the vehicle in the future. But for the implementation of this method, skills in orienting in the secondary market and mechanical skills are required.
From an ordinary motorist, only payment is required restoration work. Here we must not lose vigilance - from time to time you have to deal with payment for non-existent problems that can easily be included in the list of fixed ones. After completion of the repair work, check the body for uniform gaps between the parts. If this is not found, then, probably, the geometry could not be restored, or not quite suitable components were used.
When selling a car after restoration, you should avoid dealers - their trained eye will find damaged parts, which will reduce the price you demand for a car.
In this situation, the level of honesty with the buyer reaches high values. The seller advertises the sale, describing the situation as it really is. Sometimes a demonstration of flaws to the buyer is even beneficial, but you can not count on selling the car for a high price. If the car can still be “put on wheels” after the accident, the buyer, due to the probable impossibility of purchasing an expensive vehicle, will accept the offer.
Other options for selling a car after an accident
It is possible to sell the car to insurance companies. With the introduction of in-kind compensation, it is more profitable for insurers to have their own database of technical donors than to look for them on the side.
In Russia, a vehicle recycling program has been operating for several years. Cars involved in accidents, but retained at the same time basic equipment, you can donate, having received part of the amount for the purchase of a new car domestic production. The amount of compensation paid varies from 50 to 350 thousand rubles.
The option of selling vehicles for parts is not canceled, but get ready for a lot of hassle and time spent completing the process.
But whatever the damage, bring the car to a pleasant appearance - clean from what is beyond repair and wash.
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To see for yourself and assure the buyer of the good faith of the transaction, use the online service Autocode. WITH VIN or state number of the vehicle provided to the service, you can find out:
- Year of issue;
- Car mileage;
- Number of owners;
- Customs history;
- Data from foreign sources;
- Equipment;
- Participation of the car in an accident and an indication of the most damaged parts;
- Carrying out repair work.
To fully find out the technical condition of the car, use the services of an on-site check Autocode. The master will arrive at any time. Checking the car will show it weak spots, and will also advance in resolving the issue of actions on the car after the accident, if one has not been left alone.
A rare motorist for his driving experience will be lucky to never become a participant in a traffic accident. Accidents are different: it’s good if everything worked out for the driver and passengers, but the car, one way or another, suffers. About how to restore a car after an accident, and in what cases it makes no sense to make repairs, Maxim Stipanidenko, director of one of the Annunciation, told the readers of the Fellow Traveler.
Any repair begins with an assessment of the damage received. Minor damage can include dents from minor collisions or tangent collisions, damage to bumpers, fenders, grilles and headlights. Most often in similar cases it is enough to replace or paint these parts. Most simple damage- This small dents and scratches, the correction of which does not require removing the part, but only puttying and painting (in this case, painting can be done either partially, directly at the site of damage, or completely of the entire part with a transition to other parts of the body so that there is no difference in color).
If the blow was stronger or the car turned over, this leads to deformation of the body frame - the “TV”, thresholds, door pillars, beams of body parts, and with a very powerful blow, the spars (main power elements body) or frame is the most complex repair, and it is not always possible.
Issue price
Bumper replacement - from 1000 rubles.
Straightening - from 3000 rubles per item
After a collision, even if the car is on the move, in addition to cosmetic damage, one should not forget about technical condition, after all, upon impact, radiators, a diffuser, a fan impeller, suspension and transmission parts, levers, pivot pins, racks, hubs can be damaged. It is necessary to inspect and diagnose the running gear, this can be done at the camber adjustment stand. Running gear diagnostics in car services is usually free of charge.
If the part is not badly damaged, the stiffening ribs are preserved, it can be pulled out - straightened. But after straightening, a layer of putty is necessarily applied, which can peel off over time, especially on parts that are subject to constant exposure: doors, trunk, hood. Therefore, there is already a decision for the owner: to straighten the parts or replace them.
Issue price
Replacement of the roof or other part of the body - from 90,000 rubles and more (including the cost of purchase and delivery)
Pulling spars - from 5000 rubles
Most difficult process This is body restoration. If he is not "led", it is enough to replace the roof, rear or front of the body. And here there is a difficulty in finding parts, because they are not produced - you will have to purchase them with a broken machine, which means that there is a high probability of buying a part with dents and scratches. How older car, the easier it is to find a suitable roof or "half". For dear new car, most likely, you will need to pay a tidy sum for the roof. You can search for the same one as yours without a TCP, but you must first consult with the traffic police on how to draw up documents for replacing the body or engine from such a car.
When the body is very heavily deformed (which is most often the case after a rollover), a check of the body geometry by reference points will be required. If the spars led, then the process of pulling or replacing them is very laborious and requires special expensive electronic equipment - a slipway - which only a highly qualified master can work on. By the way, this service is quite new, a few years ago car services in Blagoveshchensk did not provide it.
Issue price
Painting - from 3000 rubles per item
After the repair work, the car, of course, needs to be painted, and ideally - so that new color did not differ from the factory. The choice of paint is very important point, because over time it fades and begins to differ from the "native". Much here depends on the master, not all pickers fall exactly in color. The quality of painting will be better if the car service has a spray booth with a good exhaust, but then the price of painting will increase.
Issue price
Glass replacement - from 2000 rubles
This procedure is simple and does not require special equipment. Glass can be purchased both used and new. New glass can be either original or analogue. The original glass is excellent in quality and is no different from the one that was on your car before, but usually quite expensive. An analogue is cheaper, but there is a possibility of a difference in shade from the factory glass, this is especially noticeable on expensive executive cars.
"Each case is individual"
Any car that has been in an accident should be considered individually, the conclusion of a competent specialist will always be required, while it may be necessary to remove some parts and parts of the car to find hidden defects, says Maxim Stipanidenko. - If, after an accident, the body or frame is severely deformed, as a rule, it makes no sense, especially if we are talking about a “Japanese woman” over 10 years old. When deforming the entire body or frame with a “screw”, it is almost impossible to restore the car. Auto analysis will offer you to buy a car for an amount of 20,000 rubles, depending on the damage. But you can always try to sell again broken car mobile and documents for it yourself through specialized sites or ad sites: maybe there are those who want to buy a so-called “donor” for their car or for restoration.
Repairing a car after an accident, or as it is now fashionable to say after an accident, has become the same demanded service as changing the engine oil. We have reduced the cost for many years body repair preparing for a much-needed service.
The fact is that any body repair much more expensive than classic car repairs, such as oil and filter changes. In order to repair a car that has been damaged in an accident, it does not require much intelligence.
I think you have already been in such a situation: you brought the car to the service, then the primary vague calculation followed, made an advance payment, then received a couple of very unpleasant calls saying that your account has increased significantly, due to hidden damage, followed by a request to the warehouse. Suddenly it suddenly turns out that the colors and Supplies spent 30-40% more, spare parts also grew in price. The climax comes and ... the final call informing you that you will need to pay two or even three times more than you expected to pay. This situation is all over the place. Repairing a car after an accident is a gold mine for the enrichment of scammers and dishonest craftsmen.
A car in an accident is always damaged in different ways. This fact is the main argument explaining the significant rise in price. An unlimited number of hidden damages that are difficult for you to check, this is another "eldorado" of easy money.
We had to witness preparations for a corporate party at one body station. Do not believe it, the eve of March 8. Master receivers of this station looked into the "cellars" of their conscience ashamed to give women 3 tulips each. We decided how real men would give something significant, except for flowers. What did you decide to donate? They began to count the women who were going to be congratulated on a wonderful women's day. They smoked, for one thing they remembered those who were forgotten to be included in the first list, and then it was not a difficult operation: they multiplied the cost of one gift on the calculator by the number of happy employees. And everyone sat down together, seeing a round sum. 100.000 rubles.
There is no such money, what to do???
The ingenious resourcefulness of our person comes to the rescue and the solution is found instantly: 100,000 rubles is nonsense, let's call 10 clients and say that in their repair emergency vehicles revealed hidden damage for about 10,000 rubles each. The decision was made unanimously, each made 3 calls and after 7 minutes the masters of the body shop, filled with pride, were sitting opposite each other. Well done 7 minutes, 10 calls and 100,000 rubles, as if by a wave of a "magic wand", they were drawn.
Some of the clients transferred 10,000 to a Sber Bank card, some sent a courier, and some personally had to leave their business and bring an increased repair amount.
By no means do I want to say that we are "white and fluffy".
We also make mistakes and we also do not always succeed, comply with the calculation announced upon receipt of the car. But we really want you to be more careful and be able to distinguish between outright scammers, from craftsmen who strive to work as honestly as possible, without profiting from the problem of another person.
Small and very valuable secret. Please make sure to remember it. It will save you a huge amount of money and nerves:
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Take a picture of your car body repair after an accident. Take a photo general view and as far as close-up photos of those parts that are damaged.
Do not be lazy to open the hood and take a photo of the damage under the hood.
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With each agreement on hidden damage, ask that you send close-up photos of your dismantled car and every damaged part, with a description of the damage.
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Do not be too lazy to carefully study each photo and ask the right number of clarifying questions.
Believe me, if you do this, you will be considered a "slanderous" client and will not allow yourself to deceive you, even for 1 ruble.
For 20 years of repairing cars injured in an accident, believe us, we have seen enough of such examples.
Serious damage to the car is usually associated with many other problems. But even if no one was seriously injured in the accident, even if you are clearly and undoubtedly innocent, and even if the cause was a force majeure event, like a tree felled by the wind, the owner of the damaged car finds himself in an extremely stressful situation. Financial losses, broken plans, conflict situations that need to be resolved without prejudice to their interests. But at the same time it is necessary to do something with the damaged car, and the sooner the better.
Why it is worth hurrying is clear without detailed explanations. Every day and every week of owning a hopelessly damaged vehicle is a hassle and useless expense, ongoing hassle and uncertainty.
So, when bureaucratic and, if especially unlucky, court cases related to an accident come to some certainty, solving the problem of a damaged car comes to the fore. For starters - the choice between repair and sale. Try to restore or sell a broken car. And if you sell, then whether to repair a broken car for sale.
All these options have their own characteristics, difficulties, profitable and disadvantageous moments. And you can make a profitable decision only by considering all the nuances.
Sale or repair options:
The car body is moderately damaged, there are defects in some external parts and devices - glass, headlights, bumper, etc. are broken. If there is no money to replace the car, but you need to drive, then repair and replacement will bring the car to a tolerable condition and allow it to be successfully operated for some time. Yes, it's not always easy to find original parts or their decent replacement, painting broken body always worse than the original, but if there is no way out, it will do.
Not dangerous in appearance, but very costly option - extensive minor damage body. The cost of repairs can reach 50% of the cost of the car, but the result will still be broken car with a rapidly decaying body.
There are deformations of the frame - the geometry of the body is broken, in the words of experts. Yes, in this case, a recovery attempt is possible, but there are two "buts". Such repairs, whether they will bring results or not, will be very expensive, and operational properties machines are not fully restored.
So decide - do you use an unreliable car yourself, sell it, passing it off as serviceable, and risk a serious scandal that smoothly flows into the court? Or is it even more unreasonable to invest a lot of money and sell cheap? Also, keep in mind that either a paid expert or a repairman, who is either conscientious or not, can make a fairly qualified estimate of the cost of repairs.
10 reasons not to repair your car after an accident
What is the danger of operating a car that has undergone an accident with body deformation
- When driving, the car is more likely to lead to the side. And the higher the speed, the sharper the shift. And higher risk!
- Uneven tire wear. Not only uncomfortable, but sometimes dangerous.
- Deterioration of fit body parts among themselves - the possibility of breakdowns increases sharply.
- General weakening of the body, especially dangerous with strong mechanical action. That is, the car will break much faster and more strongly in a collision.
What is unprofitable repair for the purpose of selling a broken car
- Such a vehicle, with any, the most expensive repair, loses a significant part of its market value. The cost is high, the return is low.
- Trying to sell a wrecked car while hiding its damage from the buyer is a very real reason for being accused of fraud. With all the ensuing consequences.
Doubtful moments of repair for further operation
- Loss of time. The fact is that an accurate assessment of damage is often difficult. There is no way to pre-calculate the timing of work, the time to search for spare parts and consumables, and cash costs. For many more weeks, or even months, hidden breakdowns that occurred during an accident will appear in a repaired car. In the end, the owner of such a car begins to greatly regret that he did not dare to sell the broken car, but it is no longer possible to win back and return the money.
- If the car has been in the water, problems with electronics will definitely begin - perhaps right now, or perhaps on the way, in a foreign city, on the highway, despite the fact that the cost of bringing it to a decent look will be significant.
- If a fire occurs, the car will lose a significant part of its comfort and attractiveness, and possibly will not be able to be restored at all.
All points listed- a reason to sell the car as quickly as possible and without attempts to restore. The fact is that the most likely buyer will want to purchase such a vehicle for low price. For disassembly or less often - for repair with subsequent operation. Your attempts to eliminate defects will not increase the value of the machine, but will only take time and money.
How to sell?
You can advertise, update them, communicate with potential buyers who will strive to get something serviceable for the price of a broken car.
You can contact the purchase of broken cars and offer your car. Such buyers, unlike ordinary individuals, are serious about buying back wrecked car, have money for this purpose and it will be easier to negotiate with them.
You can send your broken car for evaluation directly from this page and you may like our price!
Summing up: the more serious or extensive the damage to the car, the less likely it is to be fully restored. Therefore, it is better not to waste energy, time and money, but to quickly get rid of such a machine.
Our car body repair center "Kuzovmen" in Moscow performs the restoration of cars after any accident degree of difficulty. Experienced specialists will solve all the problems that arise during the repair of the body after an accident. Everything is available necessary equipment. This allows the restoration to be carried out correctly.
prices
| Removing/installing a part | Part replacement | Painting new part(with material) | Painting a part up to 30% damage (with material) | Painting a part up to 50% damage (with material) | |
| Front bumper | from 500 rub. | from 600 rubles | from 3700 rub. | from 3900 rub. | from 4200 rub. |
| Rear bumper | from 300 rub. | from 400 rubles | from 3700 rub. | from 3900 rub. | from 4200 rub. |
| Side rear door | from 500 rub. | from 1300 rub. | from 4000 rub. | from 4100 rub. | from 4200 rub. |
| Front side door | from 500 rub. | from 1300 rub. | from 4000 rub. | from 4100 rub. | from 4200 rub. |
| Hood | from 400 rubles | — | from 5300 rub. | from 5400 rub. | from 5100 rub. |
| Rear fender | from 650 rubles | — | from 4000 rub. | from 4100 rub. | from 4200 rub. |
| Front wing | from 450 rub. | — | from 4000 rub. | from 4100 rub. | from 4200 rub. |
| tailgate | from 500 rub. | from 1600 rub. | from 3300 rub. | from 3400 rub. | from 3500 rub. |
| trunk lid | from 350 rub. | from 850 rub. | from 3300 rub. | from 3400 rub. | from 3500 rub. |
| Roof | from 850 rub. | — | from 5400 rub. | from 5700 rub. | from 6100 rub. |
| Threshold | from 650 rubles | — | from 3300 rub. | from 3400 rub. | from 3500 rub. |
| Radiator grille | from 200 rub. | — | from 1100 rub. | — | — |
| Side mirror | from 350 rub. | — | from 800 rub. | — | — |
Car body repair after an accident
All motorists know that the body is one of the most expensive spare parts modern car. Its parts are made of high quality metals. The most commonly used alloy steel or aluminum.
Accordingly, replacement damaged items cost the owner a lot. This is especially noticeable after a major accident with big amount damage. It must be remembered that the repair is not limited to one replacement of the body element. This includes a large number of various additional activities.
Often, motorists try to eliminate the consequences of an accident on their own. Under no circumstances should this be done. After all, you need to know exactly how to produce correctly. An inexperienced person can damage neighboring parts, which will aggravate the situation.
Types of auto repair after an accident
Body repair can be divided into two major subsections:
- local repair - consists in restoring appearance one detail;
- major repairs - it requires the replacement of parts, in some cases also the restoration of the geometry of the vehicle.
The specialists of our Kuzovmen service in Moscow perform all types of work.
The main stages of car recovery after an accident
Any operation begins with a diagnosis. In the process, all damages are identified, at the same time a calculation is made necessary work and details.
If necessary, the body is stretched to restore its geometry. This is done on the slipway. To begin with, the allowable application of forces is calculated, after which the body is pulled out.
Most of the parts are not recoverable. They are being replaced. Depending on the car model body elements can be welded (most) or bolted. However, in some places a damaged body can be carried out.
Surface preparation is in progress. This includes rust removal. Also, the parts are degreased and covered with an anti-corrosion agent. This will help you avoid corrosion. It also includes puttying and priming.
The next step is to apply the paintwork. When carrying out this work, the master must know how to properly carry out. Otherwise, there is a risk of sagging. The treated body is dried with infrared lamps. Sometimes the paint is applied in two layers.
The last action is . This is done to give the body an ideal appearance. Also, polishes form protective layer protecting the coating from aggressive environments.
We work with all types of damage. Our experts can restore any car in the shortest possible time. All work is done by locksmiths the highest level actually modern equipment. Turning to us, you will receive a car that looks no different from the one released from the assembly line.
