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Originally Posted by Stewie
Former insurance adjuster. The buckle in the rear quarter means that they will have to put your on a rack ("frame alignment device") measure where everything is at currently and then apply force to pull everything back into spec. Once they've done that they can assess if the rear quarter can be repaired or if it would need to be replaced. If it needs to be replaced they will cut it off the car and weld a new quarter panel in.
Getting it "pulled" by a good shop is going to be the key here. If the shop doesn't do a good job, the trunk won't align properly and you could end up with a leaky trunk. Check the trunk with a hose while at the shop,after repairs.
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THIS! There is definately unibody frame damage. There is probably unseen damage to the rear drivetrain. This can be fixed, but it takes a talented body shop. Then you have to match the paint. BTW: This is what my dad did for a living. I saw him chain the cars to the frame rack and do his thing. Usually ... he would have to pull the affected frame the opposite direction to get it aligned. Very difficult to do properly.
As for you. Go see a doctor immediately .... even if you feel fine. Document your bills. Just in case. Skip the attorney unless you get screwed by the ins co.
Good luck and thank god you weren't hurt.