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Old 09-03-2018, 05:55 PM
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Noticed a ding in my 991 Targa - really only noticeable when the light hits it a certain way, but now that I know it's there I always look for and see it sigh . Given where this is, would PDR be the solution? There's no paint damage but it seems they'd have to remove a bit of trim to get to it (and no I don't want any holes drilled). Would the glue method be a possibility here? Any insight would really be appreciate it as I'm pretty bummed out...

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Glue method would work perfect. On the 997, you can also access it from behind via the speaker.
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What's behind the door latch if unscrewed and removed? Maybe access can be gained there for the PDR guy.
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Originally Posted by gripshifter
Noticed a ding in my 991 Targa - really only noticeable when the light hits it a certain way, but now that I know it's there I always look for and see it sigh . Given where this is, would PDR be the solution? There's no paint damage but it seems they'd have to remove a bit of trim to get to it (and no I don't want any holes drilled). Would the glue method be a possibility here? Any insight would really be appreciate it as I'm pretty bummed out...

Thanks in advance.

a dent artist will fix that really easy. No problems. Ask around on Rennlist, local highline dealers and clubs for recommendations...
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I'm in New York. Has anyone used Ace of Dents? They seem to have very good reviews.

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Originally Posted by 09RedGTS
a dent artist will fix that really easy. No problems. Ask around on Rennlist, local highline dealers and clubs for recommendations...
I agree. I have a PDR guy in the Nashville area that works wonders.
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Originally Posted by 09RedGTS
a dent artist will fix that really easy. No problems. Ask around on Rennlist, local highline dealers and clubs for recommendations...
Agreed. Easy PDR fix. No worries!
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PDR fixed a much bigger dent in our cayenne.
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Had one in that same spot. No trim removal needed.
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My Targa had a similar ding in that area, PDR guy fixed it 100%.
I don't know what method he used.
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Originally Posted by vitabrew
My Targa had a similar ding in that area, PDR guy fixed it 100%.
I don't know what method he used.
Really good to hear, Vitabrew may I ask which PDR guy you used in the NY area?
Thank You!
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That particular ding was fixed by whoever does the PDR work for the Roslyn, NY dealer.
Personally I have used Jessie at: https://www.paintlessdentremovalny.com/ for a few other dings on the Targa and another car and his work is great, no trace that there ever was a ding at all.
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Originally Posted by gripshifter
I'm in New York. Has anyone used Ace of Dents? They seem to have very good reviews.
I used Ace of Dents a couple years ago. I called a few other reputable PDR shops but couldn't get a hold of anyone nor received any return phone calls. Elvin from Ace promptly answered and we quickly set up and appointment. I drove over to his shop and he fixed a couple dents and repaired a minor fender accident. I remember the pricing to be some what expensive but the work was impressive. I don't think you will be disappointed.
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Thanks everyone, the PDR guy said should be no problem getting this out based on the pic. Fingers crossed.


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