Panel Repair in Coventry

What this service covers

Panel repair commonly covers:

• Door dents, creases and edge damage
• Wing and quarter panel dents after low-speed impacts
• Panel scuffs and paint damage requiring local repair or respray
• Misalignment or poor gaps after previous impacts
• Rust-prone chips and edges that need stabilising
• Correcting prior repairs that are visibly uneven

If you’re not sure which method is best, we’ll explain your options and the trade-offs between speed, finish quality and long-term durability.

Cost factors

Panel repair cost depends on shape restoration time and paint blending requirements. Typical cost factors include:

• Panel type and access (doors vs quarters vs wings)
• Dent depth/crease sharpness and whether body lines are affected
• Paint damage and whether refinishing is required
• Blending strategy into adjacent panels for a natural match
• Trim removal requirements and clip/fastener replacement needs
• Previous repairs that must be corrected before refinishing

We confirm final pricing after inspection, once method and scope are agreed.

Repair process

A typical panel repair is staged for repeatability:

1. Inspection & method choice: We define the repair boundary, assess alignment and confirm whether repair-first is suitable.
2. Shaping & stabilisation: We reshape progressively and stabilise edges so the repair remains consistent over time.
3. Preparation: Surfaces are prepared correctly so the refinishing bonds well and texture is even.
4. Refinish & blend: Paint is matched and blended so the panel looks consistent in different lighting conditions.
5. Final inspection: We check panel gaps, reflections, gloss and edge quality before collection.

Edges, body lines and why they take longer

Edges and body lines are where poor repairs show up first. They catch light, they’re easy to over-sand, and they often require more careful blending. That’s why a small-looking dent on a sharp line can be more time-consuming than a larger soft dent in the middle of a panel.

A good repair plan protects those lines through staged shaping and controlled preparation. The aim is to restore the natural contour so reflections read correctly from different angles.

Preventing rust and paint breakdown after panel damage

If panel damage has broken paint on an edge, moisture can work under the film and cause bubbling later. Early stabilisation usually keeps repairs smaller and reduces the risk of corrosion spreading beyond the original mark.

If you’re unsure whether paint is broken, take a close photo and ask for guidance. It is often better to plan a small repair early than a bigger one later.

Turnaround time guidance

Many single-panel repairs can be completed within 1–3 working days once booked in. Panels with complex access, heavy creasing, or multiple adjacent blends may take longer.

A good schedule includes curing and inspection. If you have a deadline, share it early so we can plan the work in the right order without compromising finish quality.

For a fast next step, use the quote form on the homepage contact section and include photos.

Aftercare and long-term finish

Follow gentle wash guidance for fresh paintwork and avoid harsh chemicals in the early period. Good aftercare protects gloss and reduces early swirl marks.

If you have multiple panel issues, prioritising the most exposed or rust-prone edges first can protect the car better than delaying everything until one big booking.

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