Caravan scrach repai

[Crids]

Hi, we are thinking of changing our caravan. The one we have viewed has a scratch approximately 1 m along the side, it does not affect the caravan and is just cosmetic. Does anyone know roughly the price to fix this or do you think we should ask for a reduction in price to cover the cost of fixing? Thanks

 

[borderbilly]

Look at it another way, would you buy a car with the same damage? No, you would want it repaired.

 

[Mr Plodd]

Impossible to give any idea as to the cost iof repair as there are so many different things to consider, is it just paint? Is it metal? GRP? or ABS? how deep is it etc etc?

 

[Beachball]

I would want it repaired by the dealer of the caravan before I buy it .

 

[birdman101]

Take a picture then get a quote from a SMART repair shop. You then will know how much to bargain for if you decide to accept it.

 

[Crids]

I would want it repaired by the dealer of the caravan before I buy it .

He has said he will not repair it!

 

[otherclive]

He has said he will not repair it!

That rather limits your choice, hopefully you can obtain an estimate of cost to repair it.

 

[Jcloughie]

I once went too close to a tall hedge in the IoW. Caused a 2 metre scratch about 40 cm below the roof. As it was a fairly new van it was an insurance job. The dealer sub let the painting.

3 times I went back to pick up the van, 50 mile round trip. Each time I refused to accept. Problem is, the blending in of the shade, texture and sheen of the paint is very difficult.

John

 

[Mr Plodd]

If you like the caravan, the price is right, and the scratch is just cosmetic then just accept it as it is and get on with enjoying it, and your life.

 

[Gafferbill]

......you're not happy with this scratch or you wouldn't have joined and posted on and this forum.
Move on and find a caravan you are happy with especially as you already have a caravan and can take your time to find another.

 

[Dustydog]

Hi, we are thinking of changing our caravan. The one we have viewed has a scratch approximately 1 m along the side, it does not affect the caravan and is just cosmetic. Does anyone know roughly the price to fix this or do you think we should ask for a reduction in price to cover the cost of fixing? Thanks

Ok. Two years ago a bump by my neighbour caused 3 dents and 4 scratches about 18” long . A cash only job , done on site cost her £650.
Bodywork is NOT cheap.
If you don’t like it , walk away. If you can live with it … don’t let your heart rule your mind

Just seen Bill’s as mine got posted. Same hymn sheet.

 

[GaryB]

Last year I part exchanged our caravan, the one that we were getting rid of was under 2 years old, BUT I managed to melt the GRP side panel (don't ask......), an area around 8" x 2". The dealer had it repaired and it cost me £450. The repair was invisible, even in direct sunlight. I restore classic cars and can spot a repair a mile away, but this really was good!

The downside to any caravan repair is that it will be done using paint, whereas the original factory finish will be a different process so there is a chance that the repair will weather differently over time and become visible later. I always tell people not to polish any repairs after they're done with any too aggressive/abrasive.