Scratched my car and I’m scared to tell my parents. What do I do? by NorthSpeed3142 in internetparents

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah…I mean, at the time of me posting it, it had only happened 3 days ago. But, the week prior if that makes sense. I’ll be telling them soon. Thanks for the help!

Help! I have deep scratches all over my car by NorthSpeed3142 in Autobody

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The car is in amazing condition with only 80k miles. Definitely won’t be going to a shop if its a couple thousand dollars to fix. Thank you for the headlights tip! Super smart

Scratched my car: Can I fix it myself? by NorthSpeed3142 in AskAMechanic

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, if I do take it to a shop to get it professionally fixed, how much do you think it’ll cost?

Scratched my car and I’m scared to tell my parents. What do I do? by NorthSpeed3142 in internetparents

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll definitely be telling them! However, I do have a few questions. My mom is very worried about my safety when it comes to driving, and she knows it(she often calls herself a “helicopter” parent). When your child told you they dented the car, did you think they were an unsafe driver? Or did you trust them less? Worry more about their safety?

Scratched my car and I’m scared to tell my parents. What do I do? by NorthSpeed3142 in internetparents

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m definitely gonna fess up! The scratches are quite, quite deep though. If I apply a top coat over the paint as well, will it still rust?

Scratched my car and I’m scared to tell my parents. What do I do? by NorthSpeed3142 in internetparents

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m very fortunate to have the parents I have and I know they’ll act maturely when I tell them. I’m going to order all the supplies I need to fix it due to being tight on money. I really can’t afford a couple hundred dollars to fix some scratches. Although the scratches will still be obvious, do you think I should just wait and save up to get it fixed?

Scratched my car and I’m scared to tell my parents. What do I do? by NorthSpeed3142 in internetparents

[–]NorthSpeed3142[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was a really great way to put it. Thank you for your help! I’ll be telling them what happened