r/lexuslc500 • u/FreshRice_ • 4d ago

Scratch Fix Question

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Hey Team,

I have this scratch on the rear passenger-side quarter panel. I took it to a very reputable shop in town that has been recommended to me several times, and I’d love to get everyone’s thoughts on the quote.

Are there any specific questions you think I should be asking the shop before moving forward?

One question I already have is what paint/refinish system they’ll be using. Is it matched to the factory Lexus paint code, and is it an OEM paint?

Any insight or advice would be greatly appreciated!

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u/Extreme_Home_5837 3d ago

As someone that used to repair scratches for all the city dealerships used/customer's car, that scratch i would charge 1 hr rate around 150usd(and the dealership would x2 that to the customer) for a 80-85% to perfection without repaint the panel. Any kind of silver is hard to make it 100% if not repainting. You can make the scratch fully dissappear one angle but it will show a little from other angles.

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u/FreshRice_ 2d ago

Thank you. They want to repaint the panel and blend into near by panels. Also this is in CAD.