Side Panel

[Megane1.4i]

Hi

Im new to this forum but im in desperate need of some help. I have a 5dr Renault Megane 1.4i and recently scratched the side panel on the passenger side above the wheel arch. A couple of people i know have said the bumps on the arch can be popped out, and then sanded down, followed by a re-spray.

Has anyone ever suffered this, or do you have any tips on how to get this replaced at a simple cost? Anything less than £500 would be good. Also been advised to look around at breaker's yards as i may need a new panel completely.

Thanks,
Chris

[jooooohn]

it can be poped out it will leave a little crease / that will be filled in,sanded down then resprayed no more than £150

[Megane1.4i]

So do you reckon i should go to Renault regarding this? Thanks for the help/advice.

[nickbell69]

AVOID Renault at all costs. Look in yellow pages for body repair shops. should be a few local to you. I've just had similar done on wifes 307 and it was £150. The guy said price goes up if damage is near to another panel ie:door as they then have to blend the door as well to get a good match. wifes was above the wheel arch like yours so shouldn't be too bad.

[M3gane]

Remember that the wings are plastic so may stand up less well to damage

[Deano16v]

only the front wings are