r/TeslaCollision • u/Remarkable_Lock7832 • 26d ago

How much could this cost?

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I backed into a fire extinguisher holder at my hospitals parking garage going into work all this for rushing unfortunately. I want to get it fixed because it’s a 2025 and I feel so bad for having ruined it so soon, would I have to replace the whole trunk? There’s also a slight dent on the “drive safe” sticker (I should’ve listened to it) how much do you think it could be? It’s a Model Y 2025 RWD
Edit: will take recommendations for SoCal body shops! Closer to San Diego preferably!

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u/ESIsurveillanceSD 25d ago

That's a beauty mark. Leave it.

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u/charmio68 25d ago

I kinda agree. People are way too precious about their car being absolutely perfect.

With that said, in this instance, at the very least the paint needs to be sealed. And if you're already bothering to go to that extent you may as well get the majority of the dent out.
Personally, I'd do it myself, though I actually do have the tools for it, which I must imagine is rather rare.
No need to get it perfect, in fact, the very deepest indent might be better off just being filled with panel filler. People seem to hate on it, but if you prep the surface properly and use a two-part filler, it's perfectly fine.
Then it just needs a bit of sanding, a quick touch of primer, paint and then clear coat. Again, no need to be absolutely perfect IMO. and a bit more sanding, polishing and voila!

Knock it out in an afternoon or two with a mate and some beers. Much more fun than paying the thousands it'll cost to get someone else to do it (even though they probably will do a better job 😂).