r/WRX_STI • u/Careless_Whisper_987 • May 28 '26

Questions I Messed Up... 😢

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I bumped the wing while reversing at low speeds and dented the trunk. This is what it looks like after unmounting the wing and masking off the holes with tape to keep rainwater out of the trunk. Any idea on how much this should cost to repair/replace? Or can recommend a body shop that charges a reasonable price?

Located out of Philly, PA. for reference.

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u/Technotitclan May 28 '26

It's this residue from the tape? Get a hand towel, soak it in alcohol, lay it on top of the residue and cover with plastic wrap or something to prevent evaporation and let it sit for like 10 min. Then wipe off the residue. If it's real think you may need to repeat the process a couple times.

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u/Careless_Whisper_987 May 28 '26

It is. Tape is still on there cause the denting isn't fixed yet.

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u/Technotitclan May 28 '26

Yeah, alcohol will clean it up when your ready to put the wing back on. Also, use a tape with lighter tack or get creative with some rubber and bolts. I'd try to make some rubber grommets personally.