Found a dent / scratch on my hood

MrMoo · 07-02-2015, 12:18 AM

Sigh and I am one of those types who likes to wallow in despair when something goes wrong.

I attached pictures it is a bit hard to make out but is a dent on the hood + a scratch of some sort? I think it was man made from probably parking on the street.

Does anyone know if a dent like this can just be buffed / polished out? I am hoping this is the case, if so i can get the dealership to give it a go when i drop it in for a service in 4 months time.

psuwcc112 · 07-02-2015, 12:24 AM

PDR (Paintless dent removal) should pull it right out.

RJVIII · 07-02-2015, 12:30 AM

Ya, PDR should have no problem with that

MrMoo · 07-02-2015, 12:40 AM

Thanks guys =)

I did a quick google search for some mobile PDR so i might just get one to swing by to fix it up while im at work. I have a rock chip they can remove too.

Mobile PDR is just as good as going into the shop right? lol Obviously depends on the company but all things being equal a van versus a shop should be the same right?

Duder · 07-02-2015, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by MrMoo

Thanks guys =)

I did a quick google search for some mobile PDR so i might just get one to swing by to fix it up while im at work. I have a rock chip they can remove too.

Mobile PDR is just as good as going into the shop right? lol Obviously depends on the company but all things being equal a van versus a shop should be the same right?

I had that done on my mini and it was flawless.

PodDoc · 07-02-2015, 05:29 AM

Check with the dealer to see if they will do it for free. My dealer provides this service for free for the first 90 days of ownership.

Tony007 · 07-02-2015, 06:02 AM

Does the dent change appearance if you pop the hood latch and release tension on the hood?

I have BSM and I have a slight dent only when the hood is securely latched. Once I pop the hood mine is completely gone.

MrMoo · 07-02-2015, 07:47 AM

Alas it is now 7 months in so don't think ill be getting any freebies =(

I'll definitely try popping the hood and seeing what happens! Requested a quote for a PDR too so hopefully its not too expensive

Andrew115 · 07-02-2015, 08:50 AM

Simple fix.

RocketBoots · 07-02-2015, 09:01 AM

Just make sure the PDR guy is pretty good. In rare cases, they can make it worse. Also, if you've never seen PDR in action, you'll be surprised at the strength and durability of automotive paint/clear.

MrMoo · 07-02-2015, 07:07 PM

Alrighties got a quote for $200 or so AUD. Sounds okish i guess.

Unlatching the hood didn't do anything =(

AM4ZING · 07-02-2015, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MrMoo

Alrighties got a quote for $200 or so AUD. Sounds okish i guess.

Unlatching the hood didn't do anything =(

My buddy did PDR and it took the dent right out... Unfortunately though, the same area started to ripple/crack a few months down the road

MrMoo · 07-05-2015, 11:27 PM

He came and it is fixed. The scratch is still there but the dent is gone.

Does anyone know who can fix the scratch? Is it a touch up paint job or should i speak to my dealership to get this fixed?

Really quite interesting how he was doing it though, he was just pushing it out with some tool then hammering in parts of it with a little hammer lol im surprised it didnt ruin the paint o.O (Scratch aside obviously)

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MrMoo Second Lieutenant 135 Rep 288 Posts Drives: G05 X5 M50i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Found a dent / scratch on my hood Sigh and I am one of those types who likes to wallow in despair when something goes wrong. I attached pictures it is a bit hard to make out but is a dent on the hood + a scratch of some sort? I think it was man made from probably parking on the street. Does anyone know if a dent like this can just be buffed / polished out? I am hoping this is the case, if so i can get the dealership to give it a go when i drop it in for a service in 4 months time. Attached Images
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MrMoo Second Lieutenant 135 Rep 288 Posts Drives: G05 X5 M50i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys =) I did a quick google search for some mobile PDR so i might just get one to swing by to fix it up while im at work. I have a rock chip they can remove too. Mobile PDR is just as good as going into the shop right? lol Obviously depends on the company but all things being equal a van versus a shop should be the same right?
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PodDoc Lieutenant 302 Rep 516 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 335i / 2016 F80 M3 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Lake Forest, IL iTrader: (0)	Check with the dealer to see if they will do it for free. My dealer provides this service for free for the first 90 days of ownership.
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Tony007 Second Lieutenant 56 Rep 198 Posts Drives: 17 M3 ZCP Join Date: May 2012 Location: Leesburg FL iTrader: (0)	Does the dent change appearance if you pop the hood latch and release tension on the hood? I have BSM and I have a slight dent only when the hood is securely latched. Once I pop the hood mine is completely gone.
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MrMoo Second Lieutenant 135 Rep 288 Posts Drives: G05 X5 M50i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Alas it is now 7 months in so don't think ill be getting any freebies =( I'll definitely try popping the hood and seeing what happens! Requested a quote for a PDR too so hopefully its not too expensive
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RocketBoots Colonel 1860 Rep 2,104 Posts Drives: Horse Drawn Carriage Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Bay Area iTrader: (3)	Just make sure the PDR guy is pretty good. In rare cases, they can make it worse. Also, if you've never seen PDR in action, you'll be surprised at the strength and durability of automotive paint/clear.
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MrMoo Second Lieutenant 135 Rep 288 Posts Drives: G05 X5 M50i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	Alrighties got a quote for $200 or so AUD. Sounds okish i guess. Unlatching the hood didn't do anything =(
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MrMoo Second Lieutenant 135 Rep 288 Posts Drives: G05 X5 M50i Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	He came and it is fixed. The scratch is still there but the dent is gone. Does anyone know who can fix the scratch? Is it a touch up paint job or should i speak to my dealership to get this fixed? Really quite interesting how he was doing it though, he was just pushing it out with some tool then hammering in parts of it with a little hammer lol im surprised it didnt ruin the paint o.O (Scratch aside obviously)
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