got sideswiped, any structural damage?
 

a truck turned into me

do you think it has frame damage at the rear wheel well/quarter panel?

http://imgur.com/a/D9KNA

@Tcoat
@Ultramaroon

Go to a shop and ask a mechanic. There is no way you could tell by looking at this photo.

i was looking at this pic and noticed on my car the wheel well is pushed in slightly

http://www.boronextrication.com/wp-c..._Structure.jpg

anyone here have had similar damages?

i just got my car back from repair, and had the exact same damage (we both even have the same color)

no structural damage, they didnt have to cut and replace, and you wouldnt be able to ever tell that it happened

like Slammillionaire said, go to shop and listen what they say. looks like there is no structural damage but never know until they repair

how was the colour match? i assume they'll have to blend, but i have film on the full front of the car so that might have to get replaced

Well Att I think you will be OK but as said it is hard to tell. The only concern I would have is if they creased the door jamb.
The body shop will be able to tell you more.

That's expensive but cosmetic. I understand people's cautious responses but I don't see that there was even contact with your wheel.

Not exactly a "buff out" but pretty damn close. The only questionable spot is that crease behind the door but I'll guess it's like @tacos says.

Most decent shops can match 100%. If they don't you take it back. They will indeed have to remove the film to blend though.

blending was perfect (i went to a really nice shop though), especially with this color, it can hide things like that pretty well. that said ive only had the car back 2 days so have only seen it in sunlight a couple times.

my damage wasnt that close to the door though, i was hit after the door so rear quarter panel, wheel, and rear bumper were damaged; our quarter panel damage is pretty similar though, mine was a little more crinkled up



what does kinda suck though is that i noticed last night they scratched the bottom of my steering wheel :( looks like someone who was wearing a ring let their hand drag on the wheel and rubbed through it - oh how i wish it was alcantara instead of the weird, thin rubbery leather

A shop is a must you could have a damaged wheel bearing only a shop can tell you as a pic really can't tell us much. My sudjestion is a shop that is certified by Toyota so that it is all oem parts and you know it's done right.

so i will mention to the insurance appraiser that i'll need new film due to the body work

Would Insurance cover replacement film?

i would hope that they would

It should since it has to be replaced directly as a result of the accident.

Sorry about the damage.
It will be fine.

Well, that's a shame ...... :(

Oh, I doubt there is any frame damage.

The rear wheel bearing mostly likely escaped any damage.

The car should fix up to look just fine, however, it will take some time and money.


humfrz

yeah

it sucked cause i have kept my car in such good condition for over 2 years

swirl free, always waxed or sealed, always vacuumed, entire front has film, had 1 rock chip which i immediately fixed up

then someone decides to not look or signal and turn into me when i'm all the way in San Diego..... i'm lucky he didn't destroy me wheels otherwise i'd be stuck there for a long time

Frame damage probably not but may need an ailment. The barring you won't know till it's tested. I had an accident one time hit the front driver side went over the curb and into concreat wall divider. Over 12k damage and the front passenger wheel baring was damage and so You will never know till it's inspected hrmfrz.

finally some progress being made.

other insurance has accepted full responsibility
brought my car to a higher end autobody shop

- new door shell
- new door handle
- rear quarter panel will have to be cut and welded. i tried to get the whole piece replaced but they said because of the design, the roof is welded on top of the panel so if i wanted that done the insurance would make me pay out of pocket
- rear bumper they can fix (which i assume cause it was a small scratch)
- they'll blend into the front fender, then the film on that section will be replaced by the place i originally brought it too. i tried to get a full paint correction included but no luck

he assured me the structural integrity of the car won't be compromised, which was my main concern

i guess this is what happened when you take your car on a 7000km road trip

@tacos
@Tcoat
@humfrz
@Ultramaroon

That is good news.
It could happen just as easily in your own driveway!

that's very true. so at least it was during a big road trip and good thing it was still working to get us home.

only thing i'm concerned about is the cut and weld but it seems like it's not in a compromising position. i hope at least.

A good shop will cut and weld so well that the section will be better than the rest of the car. Nothing to worry about.

You guys know my trust issues with other people's work. I'd respectfully request to see a sample of the welder's work and/or the actual weld before they grind and cover it.

Tcoat's on point. Done properly, it'll be good as new.

If it's a shitty porous weld ground down and covered with bondo, it'll rust and peel from underneath in, who knows, 3 years? 5 years? You live in a tough environment for cars. It's worth seriously discussing your concern.

i do trust them as they have a very high reputation in the city, and it's probably the most high end shop here. they also have a lifetime guarantee of their work as well.

but i might consider your advice now anyway

Just make sure they don't use your car as a trainer for the new guy. Ask for the old pro.