How to Improve a Car’s Value With Collision Repair
Airport Paint & Body • May 21, 2019

Whether you were involved in a fender bender or a road collision, damage from an accident take a toll on a car’s resale value. Physical flaws are one of the first details a potential buyer notices when surveying an automobile, which is why you should schedule collision repair. Below is a guide to help raise your car’s value following an accident.


Remove Dents


Dents result from impacts during a collision or other incident, such as backing into a pole or being hit with a baseball. While they may seem like minor flaws, dents often break the seal in the top layer of paint that protects the metal body from issues such as rust and corrosion. They are also unsightly and leave a bad impression on buyers, showing that you’ve been in an accident and have neglected the upkeep of the vehicle. Rather than waiting until you’re ready to sell, schedule collision repair immediately after an accident to prevent rust from spreading.

Touch Up Paint


Dents, scuffs, or peeling paint are unsightly and leave the body exposed to moisture, which can corrode the metal and damage the structural integrity of the vehicle. Without the sealed coating on the car, UV rays will also damage the existing paint job and cause it to fade. Taking your car in for paint touch-up services will restore the body to its like-new appearance and prevent the need for a full paint job.

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When it’s time to schedule dent removal or paint touch-up services for your vehicle, turn to the team at Airport Paint & Body in Wilder, Erlanger, and Hebron, KY. For over 10 years, this family-owned and -operated auto shop has specialized in high-quality collision repair and auto inspection services, along with 24-hour emergency towing. They also provide free pick-up and delivery for customers. Call (859) 491-5880 today to schedule an appointment with an auto body technician at one of their three locations. Visit their website for more information about their full list of services.

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