finally the car got fixed...here are the b4 & after pics

[jelly53]

Overall I'm not satisfied with how the body shop fixed up the car. Yes I'm very pissed too.

[Kiwi-Corolla]

Wow, looks like the panel-beaters did a great job! Can't even tell it has been in a crash. The new headlights and clear indicators look awesome too .

[zythr]

True, but notice how the front bumper does not fit flush/tight on the driver's side and that there is a slight bulge in the hood? I think they used a cheap ill fitting aftermarket bumper, since it would be very cheap.

[jelly53]

actually the front bumper was not replaced, it wasnt even damaged, the hood, and fender were replaced, and painted. also the radiator support was fixed.

[gold94corolla]

I think it looks very good.... the lights seem slightly off, but that is probably because they are not OEM, but aftermarket. Good job!!

Originally Posted by zythr

True, but notice how the front bumper does not fit flush/tight on the driver's side and that there is a slight bulge in the hood? I think they used a cheap ill fitting aftermarket bumper, since it would be very cheap.

no...

[cipher93]

Yes I noticed the lights as my Corolla has a similar issue on the passenger side. I first thought it was a busted headlight mount that had been put on with epoxy. Take your grille off and see how it lines up compared to the other side. The radiator support my be bent up there.

[modernage]

Wow that paint is so shiny...I wish mine was that nice. I do notice the mis alligned body parts though.

[Hook]

Prolly just an alignment problem where the end of the light bolts to behind the side markers. Take a drill and slot the holes and align the headlight yourself.

[gameguru1360]

what kind of bulbs are you using for the signal lights since they're clear?? By law, do you they have to be amber if those bumper lights are clear?? I have the factory amber bumper lights, but the white PIAA 1156 bulbs.

[Kiwi-Corolla]

Originally Posted by gameguru1360

I have the factory amber bumper lights, but the white PIAA 1156 bulbs.

You wouldn't have a photo of them lit up would you? I've been having a bitch of a time trying to find some clear bumper indicators for my Corolla in this country so that could be an alternative. Just can't quite envision what the stock ones would look like with clear bulbs. Would be a lot easier, not to mention cheaper.

[gameguru1360]

the PIAA bulbs just make the bumper lights brighter amber

[Kiwi-Corolla]

Originally Posted by gameguru1360

the PIAA bulbs just make the bumper lights brighter amber

Sweet. I had a feeling that they'd be like that. Might head down to the shop and see how much they are. Cheers.

[daviidsjdmx]

WOW looks great!

also where did you get your fender done at?
im wondering because i have a pin stripe and i have alot of oxidation on my fender
and what that replaced.

[jelly53]

Originally Posted by daviidsjdmx

WOW looks great!

also where did you get your fender done at?
im wondering because i have a pin stripe and i have alot of oxidation on my fender
and what that replaced.

i'm not exactly sure what you mean, but the body shop did everything. the guy ordered new fender and hood and matched the paint. also the he did the stripes.

[gold94corolla]

In the US, it is perfectly legal to have clear bulbs in the front turn signals, for a whitish look.

Kiwi, the bulbs that come in the turn signals ARE clear.....

Too bad the US ones don't fit yours!