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Bedside Wheel Opening Scratch Repair on 2001 Ford F-Series
2001 Ford F-Series repair example with a typical cost range of $801.50-$1,537.50.
Parts
$0-$0
Labor
$526.50-$1,012.50
Paint & Materials
$250-$450
Misc Fees
$25-$75
Damage Summary
Based on the photos and your description, the damage at the passenger-side rear wheel opening includes deeper scratches and gouges that are unlikely to be resolved by buffing alone. The most likely repair is to sand and level the damaged area, use minor filler work as needed to restore a smooth surface, apply corrosion protection if the scratches have broken through the paint, and then refinish a larger section of the panel to achieve a consistent color match.
Repair Cost Breakdown
| Part | OEM Price | Aftermarket Price |
|---|---|---|
| Total Parts Cost | $0 | $0 |
| Task | Hours | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clean and remove paint transfer | 0.5 - 1 | $40.5 - $81 |
| Repair gouges and scratches at passenger rear bedside/quarter near wheel opening (sand fill block as needed) | 2 - 4 | $162 - $324 |
| Surface prep and feather-edge repair area | 0.5 - 1 | $40.5 - $81 |
| Refinish passenger rear bedside/quarter panel section at wheel opening (larger refinish area, non-spot) | 3 - 5 | $243 - $405 |
| Blend adjacent area for color match | 0.5 - 1.5 | $40.5 - $121.5 |
| Total Labor Cost | $526.5 - $1,012.5 |
| Item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Paint materials, masking, filler materials, and corrosion protection | $250 - $450 |
| Total Paint & Materials | $250 - $450 |
| Fee | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Shop supplies and hazardous waste | $25 - $75 |
| Total Misc. Fees | $25 - $75 |
| Category | OEM | Aftermarket |
|---|---|---|
| Parts | $0 | $0 |
| Labor | $526.5 - $1,012.5 | $526.5 - $1,012.5 |
| Paint & Materials | $250 - $450 | $250 - $450 |
| Misc. Fees | $25 - $75 | $25 - $75 |
| Total Estimate | $801.5 - $1,537.5 | $801.5 - $1,537.5 |
Important Notes
- This is a ballpark estimate based on photos and the described damage; an in-person inspection is needed to confirm the final repair plan and pricing.
- Some of the scratches appear consistent with gouging. If any areas are through the paint to bare metal, additional sanding, filler work, and corrosion protection steps may be required and can increase labor and materials.
- Because this is a 2001 vehicle, paint fade and prior refinish history can affect color match. A larger refinish area and blending may be required for an acceptable match.
- If hidden damage is found at the wheel opening edge or inner wheelhouse lip (rust, prior body filler, or cracked seam sealer), repairs may expand beyond this estimate.
- Upper-range total for likely additional prep and color-match adjustments: approximately 1500 to 1900 depending on findings and local material rates.