Is a Car Considered a Total Loss if It Has Been Cut?

[BradleyAnn]

Cutting the rear quarter panel is considered a major accident for a car. If the rear quarter panel of a car has been cut and replaced, then it is classified as an accident vehicle. If only panel beating repairs were done without involving cutting and welding, it is not considered an accident vehicle. The rear quarter panel is also sometimes referred to as the rear apron. In rear-end collisions, the first part to be damaged is the rear bumper, followed by the rear apron. More relevant information is as follows: Replacement: Replacing the rear apron is not a simple task. It involves drilling each weld point one by one; just drilling out the weld points of the rear apron can take half a day. Additionally, welding and applying sealant afterward is very troublesome. Therefore, whether to replace or repair will depend on the actual situation. Note: Generally, if the rear apron is slightly dented, it can be slowly pulled out using a frame or a pull hammer without cutting the rear apron. However, if the spare tire floor is severely deformed, especially if the frame is damaged, then cutting the rear apron is unavoidable. The rear apron is cut off, the frame and spare tire chassis are straightened, and finally, a new rear apron is welded on.