mfi

Got this over in paint area as well but I'm going to the adjuster on tuesday where they will make me an offer...does it look like the hood needs to be replaced or will they say it can be fixed..I want a new hood.

CRUZN C4

Dang! That sucks! Hope you get a new hood.

Keystring

Yes, it can be fixed.

But, in the long run, the adjuster would probably opt for a new hood.

Less work painting and replacing a new hood then it is to remove and fix that one.

Besides, there may be other 'hidden' damage as well.

blben4

you should get a new hood. Sorry to see a Polo like that!!

GREGGPENN

Plus, it looks like a critical strength area. The cutout for the light means the perimeter has to assume the strength, support role.

Because the light structure is also hit, that will get replaced too.

When, it comes to repair vs replace, they usually opt for replacement to avoid repeating the repair.

They will, ultimately, weigh the number of hours necessary to repair the part. If it's a $1000 more to replace it, a decent case can be made to take that route.

If they repair it, know the repair should be guaranteed...usually for the life of the vehicle. (Ask your adjuster.) As long as the work is guaranteed, it doesn't matter how they handle it.

Jon Hekking

Absolutely needs a new hood, I would force the issue.

JackDidley

It needs to be replaced. If it was me, I'd try for a nice used one. They can be bought relatively cheap. May even find one the correct color.

mister-greenwood

I geuss when they repair this kind of damage there will be cracks visible in a few years...

mrmtrtrnd

Calderone

i would get a new lightweight hood

mfi

I want a new hood but would prefer to save money and get a used one and have more money left over for the whole car paint job...this. Whole thing might just work out in my favor..imagine that..

GREGGPENN

That's when you ask for a check in the amount of the estimated repairs...especially if you can get a new hood on the list.

Then, find a used one...even if it takes awhile. Money in your pocket for paint or other repair. Or, performance mod.

navy_vette

Find a junk yard. The one I use in AZ has a bunch of corvettes that have been rear ended. Should be able to pick one up for a decent price. Then, you will definitely have enough money to get it re painted. Maybe Corvette Recyclers has one!

1963SS

Toledo Pro has some nice aftermarket hoods. I've been trying to order one but they're out of the office until Wednesday.

mfi

I'll be searching..

mfi

ok.they are offering me 3360.00 for the damage..opinions...

Frizlefrak

Yeah. Count your lucky stars. They usually fight more than that. You should make out nicely....especially if you can find a used hood and headlight assembly already in the right color.

bizaro

WTF did you do?

RedLS1GTO

Yea... no way should that be fixed.

Take your $3360, find a used hood/light, and pocket the change.

Alan777

Anytime i need a used part i call up contemporary corvette. Not sure how bad shipping would be, but it's a vette-only junkyard.

That sucks on the damage, but at least they paid out without much hassle.