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Deep paint scratches · 2001 Ford F-Series
Bedside Scratch Repair on a 2001 Ford F-Series
See how a submitted photo becomes a detailed repair estimate.
What the photos suggest
The deeper scratches and gouges around the passenger-side rear wheel opening are unlikely to disappear with buffing alone. The likely repair is to sand and level the area, use minor filler where needed, apply corrosion protection if bare metal is exposed, and refinish enough of the bedside for a consistent color match.
Estimated categories
Where the repair cost comes from
Labor
$526.50–$1,012.50
Paint & materials
$250–$450
Other shop costs
$25–$75
Detailed repair breakdown
| Task | Hours | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clean the area and remove paint transfer | 0.5 - 1 | $40.5 - $81 |
| Repair gouges and scratches at the rear wheel opening | 2 - 4 | $162 - $324 |
| Prepare and feather-edge the repair area | 0.5 - 1 | $40.5 - $81 |
| Refinish the bedside section and blend for color match | 3.5 - 6.5 | $283.5 - $526.5 |
| Total Labor Cost | $526.5 - $1,012.5 |
| Item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Paint, masking, filler materials, and corrosion protection | $250 - $450 |
| Total Paint & Materials | $250 - $450 |
| Fee | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Shop supplies and hazardous-waste handling | $25 - $75 |
| Total Misc. Fees | $25 - $75 |
| Category | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Labor | $526.5 - $1,012.5 |
| Paint & Materials | $250 - $450 |
| Misc. Fees | $25 - $75 |
| Total Estimate | $801.5 - $1,537.5 |
Good to know about this estimate
- Scratches through the paint to bare metal can require additional sanding, filler work, and corrosion protection.
- Paint fade and prior refinishing can affect color match on an older vehicle, so the shop may need a larger blend area.
- Rust, prior body filler, a damaged wheel-opening lip, or cracked seam sealer found during inspection can expand the repair.
- This estimate is based on the submitted photos and damage description and is not a final repair quote. An in-person inspection and removal of the damaged parts are needed to confirm the final repair scope, pricing, and repairability.