91' eclipse, quarter panel damage

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scouts@webtv.net - 01 Sep 2006 00:56 GMT

My son was bumped last week and there's some damage to passenger rear
quarter panel by the door...all pushed in beneath the side molding but
it didn't crack the paint.

Over the summer, when replacing speakers, he had removed the rear seat
and plastic trim. Can he reach the damage area to push it back out if
he removes the backseat and trim?

With 130,000, is it worth getting it fixed, even by the other drivers
ins co?

Maybe I'm asking in the wrong group?

Thanks!

margo

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Chance - 01 Sep 2006 22:58 GMT

> My son was bumped last week and there's some damage to passenger rear
> quarter panel by the door...all pushed in beneath the side molding but
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> and plastic trim. Can he reach the damage area to push it back out if
> he removes the backseat and trim?

It's been quite a while since I was in my 1992 the only thing I can
think of off hand that would be in the way is the power seat belt motor
if it has them.

> With 130,000, is it worth getting it fixed, even by the other drivers
> ins co?

Maybe, maybe not. The turbo versions of these cars, espacially the GSX
can bring a pretty good penny, for their age, if they are in good
shape. Even the non turbo 2.0 is a reliable long lasting motor, should
be good for about 200,000 Mi with good maintenence and proper care.
I've seen the turbo motors go for 250,000. Some sources say the 4G63
is one of the toughest 4 cyl out there. The 1.8 isn't quite as
desireable. But if the other person's insurance is going to pick up
the tab I'd let them espacially if the rest of car is in good shape.

Regards,
Chance

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scouts@webtv.net - 03 Sep 2006 04:11 GMT

Thanks Chance!

It has power seat belts and it has the 1.8. We're on the 3rd engine.

Guess I'll just have to flip a coin to decide.

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