Expert: Mike Potter - 3/10/2008

Question
Hi
My honda accord 2007 was hit smoothly slightly in the parking lot while parking,it resulted in a crack of about 2.5 inches on the driver's side of the front bumper, other than that everything else is intact n also the crack is a thin one from the point where it hooks to the top. i would like to know whts the best option to get it done, i have comprehensice insurance but this is going to be my first time so i will have to pay the deductible so i wana know whether to get it done or just leave it, i would appreciate your advice
thanks
sujeeth

Answer
You have a fairly new car, don't let it go down hill so soon. Get it fixed. A repair will be around $500.00 and replacing with an OEM from Honda will cost a little over $600.00 at a body shop. These are approximate prices for the front bumper cover. It's up to you, A comp claim will not raise your rates.