I’ve been in this game way too long to buy into the current trends, and I’m seriously questioning the hike in dent removal costs lately. When did a simple dent become an overpriced art form that only a swanky repair shop can execute? From my experience, many dents appear far less dramatic than the prices quoted. What exactly are they justifying these high costs with? Is it really the specialized equipment, or are there convoluted profit margins and unnecessary upsells at play? I’ve seen a few cases where DIY repairs or straightforward methods worked just as well without the steep bill.
I’m skeptical—has anyone compared detailed quotes and outcomes head-to-head? What factors are truly driving up the prices? Are we dealing with inherent complexity in modern car body designs, or is this more about dealerships and repair shops taking advantage of uninformed customers? Looking forward to hearing from others with long-term experience who’ve navigated these repair decisions without falling for a premium price tag on something that might be just a bump in the road.