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Back in action....
All parts I specified OEM BMW of course... 2 new wheels, 2 new tires, both passenger doors replaced, front passenger fender replaced, front bumper cover replaced, paint, and front passenger suspension linkage replaced. No frame, structural damage, no airbags deployed, no bondo/filler/body work/repair other than paint on the new body parts. I demanded any panels be replaced with OEM, so no repair of the old damaged panels. Luckily the rear quarter panel was not impacted so no cutting or filler there. But they did paint the entire passenger side so there would be no blending. New PPF will be installed once paint fully cures, and I was able to keep the 2 other wheels (which arent that bad, could probably be repaired?) But at any rate, drives like a dream, no issues, and looks brand new. ResIpsaLoquitur you asked for a photo on some other thread to see Mrs, and Mr Piggy together... here ya go.... @1300-1400 hp, and probably 20-25MPG btwn the two (G 63 is especially thirsty and has the aerodynamics of a subzero refrigerator ) At any rate, just need to boot the escalade in the back ground which should be soon. Also, incase youre wondering , no it's not oil drips on the driveway, damn mesquite trees are a nightmare when it gets warm. Its sap I'll throw out a recommendation for the body shop if you're local AZ. Jason @ Parts Score in Scottsdale (BMW performance shop) recommended me to Finishing Touch Body Shop in Fountain Hills, they do a great job, and are well versed on high end cars, and BMW/MB/Audi specifically. Many of the dealers around town who dont have their own body shops utilize them and they know what they're doing. As shown by the paint work... MBB isnt the easiest to paint and make look right, but it matches perfectly to the factory paint in every angle and light. Last edited by jnotrom711; 05-12-2023 at 05:38 PM.. |
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I am glad to see your car back in action and be careful out there.
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Nice G Wagon
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Just curious: how did you do in terms of diminished value claim?
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OP it looks really good. Nice job. GL
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Looks great. Glad to see it on the road again! Enjoy!
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Still battling on that front.... We'll see. I'm sure it won't turn out as I hoped with out some serious threats and demand letters, even then, probably cost me more than I stand to gain. But trying!
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