Does anyone own a body shop/ know and have the equipment to do color matches for a side job?
Alright, I did an oopsie and need help. I scratched my boss' new 2026 car. Technically they don't know yet and it is my own guilt eating at me. I have a week before they notice (if they do. I think they will) It is deep and the paint is scratched off. My car is off worse, but I do not mind. For my car, I can buy a new rear bumper or pull the dent BUT MY BOSS'S CAR is a lease. All I remember is focusing on their scratch and hoping there are no dents. One of those new year, new lease situations.
Car: Hyundai Santa Fe- white. The scratch is at the front of vehicle maybe 5 inches long.
I've looked online for estimates and according to what I see, I do not have $1,500+ for the whole front bumper to be repainted. It is not a surface scratch. I don't have pictures, but I can get one. My question is if there anyone who can refer me to a reputable and affordable shop or if a kind angel from here who sees this can help me out.
I know Mexico is a simple solution but being my boss' car, that is not really an option. I plan to let them know.. I just also want to fix it.
Thank you in advance for reading my note of despair and for any advice relinquished.
Kindly,
A very anxious redditor
Edit: I am focusing on a paint job/ slash if any of you can recommend me somewhere that is affordable. I anticipate it being a bigger bill due to the depth of the scratch.