The Challenge
The Lexus GS sustained accident damage affecting the front and right-hand bodywork, bonnet, front door, lighting, cooling components and side mirror. Further suspension and steering damage was identified during the repair process.
Work Completed
Accident Repair & Bodyshop
Accident repairs included replacement of the bonnet, RH front wing, RH front door, radiator panel, RH stone guard, bonnet and door hinges, bonnet shock, air cleaner housing and associated damaged components.
Jigging was carried out as part of the body repair and alignment process.
Diagnostics, Electrical & AC
The damaged RH xenon headlight, RH side mirror and ABS pump were replaced.
The cooling and air-conditioning system was attended to following the front-end repairs, including A/C gas refill.
Paint & Refinishing
The repaired and replaced body panels were prepared, primed and refinished following the accident repairs to restore a consistent exterior finish.
Service & Mechanical
Additional suspension and steering damage identified during repairs included the upper arm, lower arm, ball joint, LHS front hub, LHS shock absorber, tie rod and rack end. These components were attended to as part of the accident restoration.
The RH front rim was inspected and re-used.
The Result
The Lexus GS underwent comprehensive accident restoration addressing body, lighting, cooling, suspension and steering damage. Damaged components were repaired or replaced as required, structural alignment and jigging were carried out, and the affected body panels were professionally prepared and refinished. Following reassembly, the completed repairs were inspected and certified as satisfactory.
Repair Process
