Please give advise on what I should look for in a paint and body shop. My 95 S-420 has had some very minor dents and scratches on front fender flare and also the cladding on front bumper and plastic panels in front and rear of wheel.

I have several estimates already, (but they vary widely from $1914.00 to $918.00). A big spread! I can't decide how to tell which shop will have the best chances of making a fine job of the paint match (white) and really a smooth clear coat which will match the balance of the car. Also what about brand and type of paint. Seems most shops want to use only the brands they are accustomed to using. I get the feeling they are annoyed by my questions, perhaps because I'm not asking the right questions?

The whole experience has been a "PAIN" . Looks like some one backed out of a parking slot beside my car, but didn't notice where their front wheels were moving. I don't even know where or when or who did this careless thing!!

This is the only dent on a 10 yr old car and I really want it to match after repaint.

Any advise appreciated.
DanielW