Just got an estimate from a local shop that does lots of MB collision repair.

To fix it in place, with body filler and a respray of the fender, the estimate is $780. I would be responsible for the trim and light fixtures.

If I bring them a fender to strip and spray, the estimate is $383, and I would do all of the work - ungluing my fender installing the replacement.

Seems like fixing it in place is the way to go, they assure me they can get it resculpted.

Also, they pointed out that the cracks were due to body filler that had been used to repair the fender previously. It had been repainted well, but had been repaired before.

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Current Mercedes
1979 maple yellow 240D 4-speed

Gone and fondly remembered:
1980 orient red 240D 4-speed

Gone and NOT fondly remembered:
1982 Chna Blue 300TD

Other car in the stable:
2013 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI / 6-speed MT