HIT ON DRIVERS SIDE FENDER - Check out the photos.

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09-07-2007, 06:13 PM

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At least it looks like all the damage is on that one panel vs going to the bumper too.

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09-07-2007, 07:17 PM

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Someone in the lot has to have corresponding damage at the same height. I don't know how big your lot is but I sure would go on the hunt. If it is a gated secured lot it is very likely another employee. A hit and run is VERY serious.

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09-07-2007, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by MidnightRider' post='467199' date='Sep 7 2007, 11:17 PM

It was definately someone who works in my building but it is difficult to prove. I checked all the SUV's in the lot that evening and thought I found the one. It was the right height and he had scratches on the bumber. But he also had them everywhere else. I confronted the owner and we had a conversation in regards. He came down to the lot and I showed him How perfect the height and bumper was on his truck. But he stated he left at 4:30am and I left at 10:30pm. It's still suspect, but I have no proof.

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09-07-2007, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Veight' post='467102' date='Sep 7 2007, 11:27 PM

I don't think the fenders are aluminum just the hood is. Was the hood damaged?

Hi,

Not important in this case, but the entire front part of 5er is built of aluminium. Doors and everything backwards is built of steel.

Sorry for the damage, but it seems to be limited in the fender. May be it has to be replaced though, because of the material. BMW guideline is that if aluminium parts have changed their form more than 2 millimeters they should be replaced.

You are lucky to get rid of the car - it's easier to forget as you get your new ride

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09-07-2007, 11:15 PM

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ouch.. sorry to hear that. but good luck and enjoy the new beast when it comes.

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09-08-2007, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by slickrick' post='467151' date='Sep 8 2007, 02:44 AM

Here are some photos of the hit on my fender.

My sympathys.

Mr. S&W 45 would like to meet to the assh**e who did that.

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09-08-2007, 05:45 AM

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Thanks guys for all the support. Alot of these writings are really to vent to people who really understand the true meaning of owning one of these automobiles and actually trying to keep them in prestine condition. I'm better now and not as angry as I was when I first observed the hit. I'm going to take the car in on monday and get it fixed. I hope my friend can have the job rushed because it's also going to cost me for the rental. I'll keep you guys posted.

On another note do we have female members because we always refer to members as guys, the boys, fellas without realizing there may be female members. My apologies if so.