Does Replacing the Trunk Lid Cause Depreciation?

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Tommy
07/29/25 11:03am
The trunk lid is a body panel, and replacing it with a new one will not cause significant depreciation. Vehicle Depreciation Loss: Vehicle depreciation loss refers to the loss incurred when a vehicle is damaged in a traffic accident. Although the performance can be restored after repairs, the vehicle's lifespan, safety performance, and handling performance may still be difficult to fully return to their original state, inevitably leading to a reduction in actual value. This loss is the decrease in vehicle value caused by the accident. Handling a Damaged Trunk Lid: If the damaged area is small, only repairs are needed. After repair, safety will not be affected, and costs can be saved. If the damaged area is large, replacement is necessary. With insurance coverage, the insurance company will support full compensation, and the damaged trunk lid can be directly replaced with an original factory part.
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