2000 Camry V6 Hood Replacement - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

jriley1779 · 08-07-2008, 11:06 AM

I need advice, the paintwork on my car's hood does not look good at all, I don't know how to explain it except that it's not very shiny. I was wondering what it would entail to replace the whole hood. I checked my local Toyota dealer and they have it listed at around $460. Is this right? I found this website http://www.car-stuff.com/mmparts/toyota-camry/hood.html that has them for around $100. Also is this something that is difficult to replace myself, I'm really a beginner when it comes to cars. Thanks.

gladis · 08-07-2008, 11:12 AM

Take a picture! It sounds like your clearcoat has worn out, but depending on the damage, it can be fixed for much less than that, especially if the damage is not too bad and you do it yourself.

Otherwise, you can try getting it repainted, and I'm not sure if hoods from Toyota come painted, or is just bare metal, maybe someone more informed can fill in on this.

BUT, definitely take a picture, it'll make it easier for us to assess the damage and give you some sound advice.

jriley1779 · 08-07-2008, 11:52 AM

How do I post a pic? I have one in my computer but don't know how to get it online.

gladis · 08-07-2008, 12:00 PM

upload it via photobucket, flickr, imageshack, or some other site (or TN, go to the gallery tab, my pictures, and upload link on the right side of your screen)

Then get the URL of the picture, and post it by doing this [img]*insert URL here*[ /img

EDIT:

quote my post to see the code, I got this pic courtesy of wikipedia

jriley1779 · 08-07-2008, 12:26 PM

Not a great pic of the hood, i'll try to get a better one up but i think if you look closely you can see areas that are matte or kind of faded. If the pic doesn't show here's the link. http://www.toyotanation.com/photos/s...=11670&cat=522

tran.man48 · 08-07-2008, 12:32 PM

From that picture, I think your clearcoat's starting to show early signs of sun damage. No need to replace the entire hood. A good body shop should be able to fix that for less than the price of a replacement hood + paint.

gladis · 08-07-2008, 01:39 PM

It gives you the code on the bottom!

Anyway, yea, the damage isn't too great, but it'd prolly be easier to take it to a body shop. There's no need to replace the hood, since there's no physical damage. Worst case scenario is a respray.

jriley1779 · 08-07-2008, 01:53 PM

Okay, thanks for all the help, much appreciated.