BNH-P: She Is READY....And Wet,...Teaser ......
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BNH-P: She Is READY....And Wet,...Teaser ......
Okay I posted here a while ago about a buying a wrecked Acura CL-S "Salvage Title"..., I had it for a Good Deal so I couldn Resist...I got it, and Put it in a Shop..She is Done, and very Clean..., I'll post Clean Pictures TOmorrow, when i get My hands on it for the 1st time...
Here Are Before pictures....
New Pictures will be available Soon!...So far car drives smooth and thank Almighty i have no issues with my tranny so far.
R.
Here Are Before pictures....
New Pictures will be available Soon!...So far car drives smooth and thank Almighty i have no issues with my tranny so far.
R.
12-01-2007, 10:25 AM
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I was thinking about this. If you didn't do the work yourself, did you really save any money? What defines a 'good deal' and what was the body shop repair amount?
And if so, for me, I don't know if it would be worth the headache or the worry that something would go wrong. Cool to see, I just wouldn't have the balls to do it.
I am interested to see the updates.
And if so, for me, I don't know if it would be worth the headache or the worry that something would go wrong. Cool to see, I just wouldn't have the balls to do it.
I am interested to see the updates.
12-01-2007, 12:01 PM
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/\ i've owned a few cars that have been totaled, some ppl say, oh worry and shit or it wont ever drive the same, wrong, if u get it done properly, no problems.
i can't wait to see the finished pics!! also, jw wondering also, how much did it all end up costing you.
i can't wait to see the finished pics!! also, jw wondering also, how much did it all end up costing you.
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12-01-2007, 01:43 PM
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Man, i HAVE to see the after pictures. I always hear the same thing "it will neve be the same", interested to see how this turns out. Thing looks like it was hit pretty bad. How much did everything cost, salvage, work, parts and all. Take it easy man.
12-01-2007, 02:14 PM
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wow dude, that's a hard hit....
when i was rear ended, i had to change rear bumper and trunk lid, and it doesn't feel the same, sometimes when i drive in my drive way, i can hear squiking sounds coming from my trunk, lol but nothing when i drive straight, so i don't know how yours would drive.....
when i was rear ended, i had to change rear bumper and trunk lid, and it doesn't feel the same, sometimes when i drive in my drive way, i can hear squiking sounds coming from my trunk, lol but nothing when i drive straight, so i don't know how yours would drive.....
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12-01-2007, 04:27 PM
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why does this guy seem similar to someone in the past...
12-01-2007, 04:33 PM
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Did I Save??
Originally Posted by 4ank
I was thinking about this. If you didn't do the work yourself, did you really save any money? What defines a 'good deal' and what was the body shop repair amount?
And if so, for me, I don't know if it would be worth the headache or the worry that something would go wrong. Cool to see, I just wouldn't have the balls to do it.
I am interested to see the updates.
And if so, for me, I don't know if it would be worth the headache or the worry that something would go wrong. Cool to see, I just wouldn't have the balls to do it.
I am interested to see the updates.
NOW, this is how I did it,...I picked up CLS for a Good killer Deal "My Opinion" and SInce My Brother Own a Body Shop he gave me Easy fix Deal...But i had to look for Parts Myself.
Body Parts : I seached On Ebay - Got Complete Left Door, Inner Fenders and Rocker Moulding. ($350 Shipped)
Suspension Parts : I had V6 Honda Accord 2000 "SCRAP", i Just Swap the Suspension part. (Free)
Paint, Body Work and Mechanics I My brother Supplied, I paid him $400 No Receipt.
Shipping from San Antonio To Houston: I used Family Vehicle Dodge 3500 Dully. Technically (Free) Except for $125 On Deisel
Total, SO FAR!,
About $1500 car + $400 Body And Mech Work + $350 Door + Dullys GAS $125
Sum = $2375 Now, how much Have I saved? You Tell Me!!
In addition, I need Inspection, Registration and W.Alignment - OIL CHANGE, Transimission Flush I think i'll do it myself...
thank Ya'll...
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12-01-2007, 04:37 PM
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wow, that's not bad, compare what i had to pay for my car, to get it fixed and painted.... lol (btw if you search my profile, u'll find how my car looked before i fixed it...)
what's the mileage on your car? and is it 2001?
what's the mileage on your car? and is it 2001?
12-01-2007, 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by aftershock141
NBP is a great color. However, I would never buy a salvage title car.
But then, I choose not to be bothered with car notes!...I own them before they even know it,
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12-01-2007, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by turbo_911
wow, that's not bad, compare what i had to pay for my car, to get it fixed and painted.... lol (btw if you search my profile, u'll find how my car looked before i fixed it...)
what's the mileage on your car? and is it 2001?
what's the mileage on your car? and is it 2001?
Yes It is O1' i think About 100K now..., for the price i wouldn' be surpised!,
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12-01-2007, 04:44 PM
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Originally Posted by o2cls
Yea...who cares how "clean" it is, its still a salvage that you are stuck with.
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12-01-2007, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Garkon
Man, i HAVE to see the after pictures. I always hear the same thing "it will neve be the same", interested to see how this turns out. Thing looks like it was hit pretty bad. How much did everything cost, salvage, work, parts and all. Take it easy man.
If you read through My thread you'll see how much it cost me to repair the damages,...just Add $45 for the OEM - Recycled Fender.
People Dont realize that Salvage cars are Still CARS!!..Dont wake em UP!..
Take it Easy,
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12-01-2007, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by 4ank
I was thinking about this. If you didn't do the work yourself, did you really save any money? What defines a 'good deal' and what was the body shop repair amount?
And if so, for me, I don't know if it would be worth the headache or the worry that something would go wrong. Cool to see, I just wouldn't have the balls to do it.
I am interested to see the updates.
And if so, for me, I don't know if it would be worth the headache or the worry that something would go wrong. Cool to see, I just wouldn't have the balls to do it.
I am interested to see the updates.
thanks.
R.
12-01-2007, 04:50 PM
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Originally Posted by ReiDLos
thanks,
Yes It is O1' i think About 100K now..., for the price i wouldn' be surpised!,
R.
Yes It is O1' i think About 100K now..., for the price i wouldn' be surpised!,
R.
12-01-2007, 05:14 PM
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wow, that is actually really good for $2375 total. $1500 for this car is really good deal. most damage seems to be cosmetic and some mechanic. Even just buying the car and part it out, you will get more than $1500.
I have to disagree to the statement that all savage title cars are crap, because i myself drive a savage CL. As long as everything is fixed properly and it is not flooded or burnt car, i think it is good.
I have to disagree to the statement that all savage title cars are crap, because i myself drive a savage CL. As long as everything is fixed properly and it is not flooded or burnt car, i think it is good.
12-01-2007, 05:32 PM
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OP, looks really good. if ur bro owns a shop, its the way to go.
nothing wrong with a salvage title (first off, after a car is fixed is no longer a salvage title, its a "repaired title", like i said b4, if the car was done right, and not just, replace a bumper but actually pay attention to details and fix the car, its NEVER gonna be a problem. i kno, i also have owned and own a few repaired from total loss cars. including my current CL.
it should be obouis by now, that just changing the bumper and trunk lid wasn't all that needed to be done, its all the shop did.
nothing wrong with a salvage title (first off, after a car is fixed is no longer a salvage title, its a "repaired title", like i said b4, if the car was done right, and not just, replace a bumper but actually pay attention to details and fix the car, its NEVER gonna be a problem. i kno, i also have owned and own a few repaired from total loss cars. including my current CL.
Originally Posted by turbo_911
wow dude, that's a hard hit....
when i was rear ended, i had to change rear bumper and trunk lid, and it doesn't feel the same, sometimes when i drive in my drive way, i can hear squiking sounds coming from my trunk, lol but nothing when i drive straight, so i don't know how yours would drive.....
when i was rear ended, i had to change rear bumper and trunk lid, and it doesn't feel the same, sometimes when i drive in my drive way, i can hear squiking sounds coming from my trunk, lol but nothing when i drive straight, so i don't know how yours would drive.....
12-01-2007, 06:40 PM
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thank you guyz,
At first before i bought it...i was Kinda Nervous about the Tranny, but then I had a couple of Hundreads laying around and I thought if the Tranny is Missed up i was going to part out the car just to get my money Back...But after i got it..and fix the suspension I took it for a Joy Ride Before I even could fix the Body Work...and It Responded amazingly...I was excited....and that is when I started repairing it,
I'm Fascinated with the Work they Did, Just few details that i need to take it Back for them to take Care...as to the "Picky Behavior" that I have.
thank you Again,
R.
At first before i bought it...i was Kinda Nervous about the Tranny, but then I had a couple of Hundreads laying around and I thought if the Tranny is Missed up i was going to part out the car just to get my money Back...But after i got it..and fix the suspension I took it for a Joy Ride Before I even could fix the Body Work...and It Responded amazingly...I was excited....and that is when I started repairing it,
I'm Fascinated with the Work they Did, Just few details that i need to take it Back for them to take Care...as to the "Picky Behavior" that I have.
thank you Again,
R.
12-01-2007, 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by turbo_911
wow, i thought i'm the only one here that drives reconstructed CL, lol but it turns out that there are more people then i thought, now makes us 3
, So how Much are you paying for your CAR!?, or Did you Pay!?R.
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Originally Posted by Alperovich
OP, looks really good. if ur bro owns a shop, its the way to go.
nothing wrong with a salvage title (first off, after a car is fixed is no longer a salvage title, its a "repaired title", like i said b4, if the car was done right, and not just, replace a bumper but actually pay attention to details and fix the car, its NEVER gonna be a problem. i kno, i also have owned and own a few repaired from total loss cars. including my current CL.
it should be obouis by now, that just changing the bumper and trunk lid wasn't all that needed to be done, its all the shop did.
nothing wrong with a salvage title (first off, after a car is fixed is no longer a salvage title, its a "repaired title", like i said b4, if the car was done right, and not just, replace a bumper but actually pay attention to details and fix the car, its NEVER gonna be a problem. i kno, i also have owned and own a few repaired from total loss cars. including my current CL.
it should be obouis by now, that just changing the bumper and trunk lid wasn't all that needed to be done, its all the shop did.
,R.
12-01-2007, 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by ReiDLos
It's Kinda A hustle to take it Back to a Rebuilt Title,...I'm Jus going to leave it As Salvage...for Now...I Love My CLS...I'm sure you like yours too!... ,
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,R.
hmm, idk here in IL you can't get plates or insurance on a salvage title. i kno here, to get a repaired its a few inspections and some paper work.
12-01-2007, 08:15 PM
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nice job for the money, since you have connections in paint i would have just had the whole car resprayed cuz it looks like there are imperfections in other areas.
12-01-2007, 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Garkon
damn, under 2500, not a bad deal at all, i'd drive it.
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12-01-2007, 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by cltypeSLOW
nice job for the money, since you have connections in paint i would have just had the whole car resprayed cuz it looks like there are imperfections in other areas.
No, the only imperfection I see is/are Chips,...and a Minor scratches on the rear Bumper...thats all...I just need to Wash/Detail this Car...I might Do It Tomorrow as Of No School/Work, then i'll post mooore pictures or else, which imperfections are you ref'ering to? may be i have missed that.
Panting the whole car would have costed me More a Lil Bit more than $1000, and that is Kinda OUT OF My Easy FIX Cheap Project!...
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12-01-2007, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by htown
Co-Part, nice!
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