Irish Mini Owners Club

Got hit by a BMW today, boot door wrecked and some bodywork damage around it, it was a low speed bang, what bends on the back of a mini that I might not spot easily.

Mark

how are the tail lights? check the C panel for wrinkles.... look also at the rear subframe mounting points checking for distortion. how was the beemer?

Sorry to hear that Mark.
Check the boot floor for a ripple between the opening and the spare wheel well

Boot lid needs to be replaced, back panel damaged and strained , insurance engineer to look at it tomorrow. My son was driving it to school when he got hit from behind, a great way to start the leaving cert, at least no one was hurt.
Mark

Oh my goodness, Mark - glad he was OK, but as you say, what a way to start the LC (well at least the prang would have taken his mind off the exam nerves!).

Julie

Where would I find a good body shop to replace my rear panel and boot lid and do a good quality paint job on them? Keith, the BMW didn't seem to be damaged. Just as well I'm not doing MTM, it looks like its going to be a great weekend weather wise.
Mark

People have said good things on here about Frans Crash Repairs.

The Club did a run down to see some work being carried out a while back.

Here is a link to the thread with some pics.

http://www.irishminis.ie/forum/viewtopi ... ash#p53375

Several of us have used Fran and yes he does a very good job and has an interest in working on old cars, unlike many other panelbeaters. He has all the latest facilities etc.

Thanks Neil and Billy, I'll check out Frans.
Mark

Check the boot floor for any kinks, I've seen many bad repairs ther result in rust problems later.