8 days old and already damaged by rock - dent and chipped paint

[69 Mach I]

Picked up my Bronco Tuesday of last week. I was on the interstate today running some errands. A rock bounced off the hood and hit the windshield! Not only did it chip the paint, it actually dented the metal.....right in middle of the hood. Luckily the windshield chip is barely noticeable. Stopped by Ford dealer and they can get it in the shop in a couple weeks. To most it may seem insignificant, but I am extremely anal when it comes to my vehicles.

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[HotdogThud]

I've promised myself that I will be utterly furious about the first dent/scratch/ping that I get, and then not give a shit about the rest after that. It's a truck, after all.

 

[Wanted33]

Dang Sean, that sux. We know it will eventually happen, but it's way to soon for your Bronco. Also, check with your insurance. You may have the coverage to take care of the damage.

 

[got_G.O.A.T.?]

That really sucks...and not insignificant in my book. That chip would drive me insane.

 

[69 Mach I]

Dang Sean, that sux. We know it will eventually happen, but it's way to soon for your Bronco. Also, check with your insurance. You may have the coverage to take care of the damage.

Ford dealer gave me an estimate of $450 to remove hood, repair ding, paint the chip and blend into hood, and clearcoat entire hood. I think my insurance deductible is $500

 

[telenerd]

Bummer. I got a new mountain bike and the 1st ride a rock flew up and hit my frame and then the 3 ride I crashed and laid the bike over some rocks. All cosmetic damage but now I’m over it. I’m sure once I get my new bronco the honey moon won’t last long before something happens.

 

[Wanted33]

Ford dealer gave me an estimate of $450 to remove hood, repair ding, paint the chip and blend into hood, and clearcoat entire hood. I think my insurance deductible is $500

Yep, that would be my luck also.

 

[MileHighCitizen]

Very useful thread. Im glad you created this safe space to express your feelings and share your concerns. I wish you a speedy recovery from what was undoubtedly a horrific experience. You're safe now.

 

[Boston182]

And this is why I'm PPFing and Ceramic Coating the SECOND I drive off the lot.

It'd bother the hell out of me too, my man. It's okay to love your things and want to keep them nice.

 

[AMK610]

Ford dealer gave me an estimate of $450 to remove hood, repair ding, paint the chip and blend into hood, and clearcoat entire hood. I think my insurance deductible is $500

did they tell you how theyre fixing the ding?

 

[HorizonHunter]

I'm terrified for the first person to post on here that theirs was totaled

 

[69 Mach I]

I've promised myself that I will be utterly furious about the first dent/scratch/ping that I get, and then not give a shit about the rest after that. It's a truck, after all.

I don't disagree with your thought process.....but dang.....right in middle of hood!

 

[BennyBronco69]

The hood is pretty flat. Based on that damage I'm guessing $500 or so to repair.

That's the bright side I suppose.

See what your deductible is. Although even if it's only $100 the difference in repairing oop won't be worth possible premium increase for filing a claim.

 

[MN_OuterBanks]

I’d be mad, but touch up paint and I’d move on.

 

[chtucker]

Just like when you bring home a new motorcycle, kick it over and get the pain over with.

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