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    2003 325Ci body damage

    Hi guys I am new to the forum and to BMWs just bought my first BMW, it's a 2003 325Ci. It has some body damage so my question is: is it worth it to keep the car and pay for the body work or should I just drive it as is and save up for another e46 with a clean body? I'll attach pictures if I can figure out how to.

    Edit: the main damage is on the driver side rear quarter panel, large dent where the bumper meets the quarter panel. It also has some small dents and scratches on the body in other spots.


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    Done properly, that's a $3k repair.

    I'd worry about getting new tires first, lol.
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    Do you even OT? The mean 401k around here is probably about $6, what with all the shiny cars and $1,000 watches and donations to get other members' Volvos running.


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    +1 with what the above member said - at least $3k to get it done correctly. How much do you have in the car? I'd say drive as is and save for a straight body E46 down the line...just my 2 cents.
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