small scuffs on bumper, etc

[Aterrasse]

Dear All,

I am a new member of the Forum and this is my first thread.

I have recently discovered the Forum and I am sure I will enjoy my time greatly!

I own a ML 320 re.09 facelift and apart from the usual issues found on those big vehicles, I enjoy driving it.

Although the car is in very good condition and well looked after I have noticed some small marks and scuffing on the front bumper (no crack though). There is also a small and superficial dent on the front wing (about 10cm long) but the paint there is not chipped away.

Could anyone advise me as to the best (and most economical ) ways to fixed those little issues please?

Many thanks for any assistance you may bring

Cheers

Alex

 

[ucr]

Chips away

 

[bluerainbow]

I heard mb now also doing smart repairs.

 

[Sp!ke]

It may help with personal recommendations if you say which part of the country you are from.

 

[Aterrasse]

Hi

Thank you gentlemen for your quick responses.

I live in Kent (Tunbridge Wells).

I contacted Chips Away last night and the local representative is coming tomorrow to quote on the job. I will let you know what he says.

So far so good...

Cheers

Alex

 

[Aterrasse]

Here we go. Chip Away quotes me £300 + VAT for doing the entire work (front bumper both sides and rear bumper one side). Also included is the polishing where there are some small marks. Not bad I believe...

Alex

 

[tagnut]

If they are only small scuffs these may come out easily without the need for a repair. I had some done by my local indy with a rag and some thinners (don't try it if you don't know what you're doing!)

I was sure it would need a repair because they were quite bad marks but only took him a couple of minutes. I put some wax on and it was as good as new!

 

[hi_flyer437]

Any chance of some before, then after pics? I have a couple of scuffs and would be interested to see how they comapre.

 

[tpwuk]

You wold be surprised how many scuffs can be simply polished out by hand. All you need is some rubbing compound, a couple of decent cloths and a jar of elbow grease!

 

[Aterrasse]

Any chance of some before, then after pics? I have a couple of scuffs and would be interested to see how they comapre.

No problem for the pics.

I have decided that I would also approach my local MB dealer to compare prices. Not a brainer, I'm sure, but still curious to see what they have on offer.

As anyone ever used MB ?

Alex

 

[C43AMG]

Don't use MB Brentford bodyshop.

 

[dtldesign]

the likes of chips away and smart repairs
are good in their own right. especially for selling.

i would never them use for any car i was keeping as the methods materials and where the work takes palce will not stand the test of time.

i will admit there are some out there that do a good job and will last quite well. most you'd be lucky to last a year.