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Old Oct 20, 2012 | 09:21 AM
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Pass on the car.
Old Dec 17, 2012 | 11:30 AM
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I think there are couple of items to consider.

First the extent / dollar value of the damage. Bumps to front an dback bumpers happen all the time but don't mean you have to walk away from a deal.

Was it professionally repaired?
There shoudl be no evidence of damaged structural sheet metal (behind the skin)
There should be no sign of overspray on other parts. Example - if the front facia / bumper was damaged in a low speed shunt, was the part removed and stripped of grills, fog lights etc before being re-painted?
I also assume it is a clean title and not a rebuilt title? If it is a rebuilt title then walk away.

If it all checks out it is likely a decent car. But be aware that come trade in or re-sell time you have to explain to (convince) someone what was fixed because it doen't have a clean carfax.
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 10:40 PM
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Yep, the dealers problem will become your problem if you have to sell. I would pass.
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