Scratched My newly leased Model S. Need opinion on best approach

[Zybane]

I think the OP's definition of a "scratch" is a bit different then mine LOL.

 

[caps04]

I think the OP's definition of a "scratch" is a bit different then mine LOL.

Tis but a flesh wound

 

[shokunin]

Can I ask which insurance company are you using?

We use our insurance broker who ends up finding the best deals, we are insured with Mapfre Insurance. Have had no other accidents and they were very prompt and courteous to get my wife's dent repaired.

 

[Uncle Paul]

It might be possible to have those panels "Bondo'd" instead of replaced. Would be a ton cheaper.

Not as good a fix as putting on all new panels, but lots less expensive.

Might need to look around some to see if it can be done on aluminum, but worth a shot.

 

[YJBB]

Thanks. That's good to know.

My wife hit out one our landscaping pony walls at like 2mph and got a 3" small dent/scratch. Had to replace the whole quarter panel for $15K, our insurance did not go up. Everyone's insurance, history, and location, driving record is different so best to talk to your agent.

 

[YJBB]

Since my car is leased, once I claim with the insurance company, Tesla will know that this car has been damaged. Does anyone know what kind of impact this will have at the end of my lease? Do I need to pay more or anything like that?

 

[jeffro01]

Since my car is leased, once I claim with the insurance company, Tesla will know that this car has been damaged. Does anyone know what kind of impact this will have at the end of my lease? Do I need to pay more or anything like that?

In theory none, assuming the car is in the shape that it was when you took delivery (adjusting for normal wear and tear).

Jeff

 

[Lawtq]

Go through your insurance, that's what it's for. This is not a cheap repair. The rear quarter panel is welded to the frame. They have to cut the welds and remove the panel and then weld in a new panel. There's also quite a bit of disassembly even in the interior to remove rear quarter.

Yes, your insurance may go up, but it's cheaper than paying out of pocket.

Since my car is leased, once I claim with the insurance company, Tesla will know that this car has been damaged. Does anyone know what kind of impact this will have at the end of my lease? Do I need to pay more or anything like that?

Did you get it fixed? What happened?