Scirocco Central

Well it had to happen, I've done nearly 7000 miles in my car and not got a single mark on her, then typical tonight a cement truck was trying to pull out of building works and halfway in the road. I stopped to let them out only to my detriment!

Not half a mile up the road, a cement stone bounced off my windscreen. Luckily there was no chip so carried on home. unfortunately, what I hadn't noticed was the stone had hit the bonnet first, leaving a 1" scratch down to the metal, and a dent about 2" in diameter right in the centre of the bonnet.

To say I'm not happy is an understatement.

Now, knowing where the truck was delivering, should I try and find out the company from the building works, and seek the insurance route? My excess is £250.00 or should I forget it and just go for a repair. If so does anyone recommend chips away or similar firm in the Leeds area?

cheers, JaseW

Well... Give it a try.

The driver of the truck is responsible for securing the load, and his company is insured for it.
If You are polite and They are good guys then They may accept that it is their fault.

Or They may say: "prove it"

My money is on them saying prove it. Its worth a try though but you will probably have to sort it yourself. I wouldn't do it through insurance though.

I've spoken to a local reputable bodyshop, and they've said about £150 ex vat for a full panel respray and blend. Pretty good price to say, baring in mind the cost, might just re-spray the whole car in Firespark red