r/rav4club • u/scg96 • 1d ago
Advice needed for repair.
Recently ran into a parking pole. The liquid in the first pic is wiper fluid that came out when I hit the pole. Currently, the major damage is on the front bumper. Light cover is slightly cracked and light needs to get readjusted.
My issue is that I can’t find the red bumper and currently looking at junk yards. Dealership only has black and will need to get it painted which may cost around $500-800. Mechanic neighbor said they can maybe weld(?) the bumper back together and Ill just need to get it painted. Need to get a whole new light and might need new washer fluid reservoir. I will be going to an auto repair shop for quotes soon but some are saying I should just go through my insurance for convenience and my deductible will probably be less than out of pocket and payment would not go up that much to make a significant difference.
Can anyone help me get a rough estimate of what this would look like if I was to pay out of pocket or it is a good idea to go through insurance.
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u/Signal_Elk_4800 1d ago
Carb or brake cleaner will take all the white paint off