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Comparing with a body shop quote
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Repair estimate for 2015 Ford Fusion
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Estimate Summary
$920–$1,142
Reviewed
Aftermarket
Parts
$420 - $480
Labor
$275 - $357.5
Paint
$140 - $180
Misc. Fees
$85 - $125
Repair Cost Breakdown
Preview
PartOEMAftermarket
Front bumper cover$380 - $420$200 - $240
Bumper mounting hardware$40 - $60$25 - $35
TaskHoursCost
Remove and replace front bumper2 - 2.5$110 - $137.5
Paint and blend new bumper3 - 4$165 - $220
Paint, materials, and miscellaneous fees are included in the full estimate.
What customers say
“This helped me understand whether the repair was worth paying out of pocket.”
“The estimate gave me a useful reference point before talking to a body shop.”
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