Does replacing the rear trunk lid count as a damaged vehicle?
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The rear trunk lid has undergone cutting and replacement, which qualifies it as a damaged vehicle. Below are the relevant details: 1. Rear-end collision: In a rear-end collision, the first part to be damaged is the rear bumper, followed by the rear panel. If the repair only involves hammering and straightening on a frame without cutting or welding, it does not count as a damaged vehicle. However, if cutting and replacement are involved, it is considered a damaged vehicle. 2. Repair or replacement depends on the situation: Generally, if the rear panel is slightly dented, it can be slowly pulled out using a frame or a pull hammer without cutting the rear panel. However, if the spare tire floor is severely deformed, especially if the frame is damaged, cutting the rear panel is unavoidable. The rear panel is removed, the frame and spare tire floor are straightened, and then a new rear panel is welded on.