You step out of the supermarket, coffee shop, or gym, thinking about nothing more than getting home. But as you approach your car, something feels off.
Then you see it.
A dent, a scratch, a scuff damage that wasn’t there before. Your stomach tightens.
Then you spot the note (if you’re lucky). Or maybe someone is still standing there, waiting awkwardly. Either way, someone has hit your car.
And now comes the worst part…
They hit your car, but now it’s somehow your problem.
“Go Get Some Prices, and I’ll Pay.”
Sounds fair, right?
They did the damage, so they’ll cover it.
Except now, you’re the one who has to do all the work:
✅ Find a repair centre
✅ Get quotes
✅ Chase them for payment
✅ Deal with the hassle
They get to walk away while you’re left sorting out their mistake.
And this is where the games begin…
💰 “I’ll pay… if it’s cheap enough.”
🛠 “I know a guy who can do it cheaper.”
😏 “Can’t you just go somewhere else?”
You’re suddenly in a negotiation instead of getting your car fixed.
All because they hit your car.
Whose Budget Are You Thinking About?
Here’s the real kicker you’re now thinking about their budget more than your own.
Let’s get one thing straight:
🚫 This is NOT your financial problem.
They caused the damage. They don’t get to decide:
❌ How much it costs
❌ Where you take it
❌ What’s “reasonable”
Yet here you are, feeling like you should make it affordable for them.
But you don’t owe them a bargain.
You owe yourself a proper repair.
The Mistake Most People Make…
Too many people try to keep the peace by choosing the cheapest option.
🚨 Big mistake.
Cheap doesn’t always mean good. Cheap can mean:
❌ “We’ll spray over the damage, and in six months, it’ll bubble.”
❌ “We’ll do it fast but don’t look too closely at the finish.”
This isn’t a pair of discount jeans.
This is your car—the thing you rely on every day.
You need a proper repair, not a rushed patch-up.
How to Find the Right Repair Centre
So, where do you go?
✔ Word of mouth: Ask friends, family, colleagues. If they rave about a place, put it on your list.
✔ Check reviews: Google, social media. One bad review? Maybe a fluke. A dozen? That’s a red flag.
✔ Visit in person: A good repair centre will be happy to show you their work. A bad one will be vague and rushed.
And don’t let the other person push you into some dodgy garage just because it’s cheaper.
Do They Get a Say in Where You Take It?
No.
They had their chance to be in control—by not hitting your car in the first place.
Now, the choice is yours. If they push back, remind them:
✔ You’re choosing a reputable place to ensure the repair is done properly.
✔ You’re not inflating the price just ensuring quality.
✔ They promised to cover the cost, not dictate the terms.
And if they refuse?
That’s what insurance is for.
You gave them the chance to handle it the easy way. If they don’t like it, they can deal with their insurer instead. In fact, we can handle everything for you, keeping the claim away from your own insurance policy.
The Bottom Line?
🚗 At Bodymatters, we make this simple:
✔ No hassle just expert repairs, done right.
✔ Guaranteed work so you don’t have to worry about cheap fixes falling apart.
✔ We handle the whole process so you don’t waste your time.
If someone’s hit your car, don’t waste hours finding the cheapest fix for them.
📍 Bodymatters | Quality repairs, zero stress.
