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Originally Posted by EvolutionRevolution
UPDATE:
I was able to find the repair shop where work was done and they were willing to talk to me about what they did over the phone.:
car was in rear end collision.
Rear bumper, bumper bar, trunk lid, and a body panel were replaced. Painted obviously (really nice pain job, I cannot tell it was done..)
Apparently the rear body panel is something welded on but not really a structural part?
Guy says they didn't see anything that would cause any safety issues or concerns down the road, which is important to me.
Any thoughts FRS internet wizards? I really don't know anything about body work. Would love some feedback.
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Quarter panels, while I suppose add some small rigidity, are quite flimsy and not really load-bearing members. I wouldn't worry about that too much if it looks good. Sounds like it got hit offset by something tall if they had to do the quarter panel, but if they replaced the bumper beam that means it probably took the brunt on the impact. I'm guessing they just didn't mention the brake light, but I am fairly certain they would have needed a new one.
Anyway, it sounds fine, but I'm just a dude on the internet. You can get it independently inspected as others have said, if it gives you the peace of mind. It's going to be hard to tell you everything you could look for over the internet.