What should I do if I scratched my car?

Apply a small amount of scratch remover onto a foam applicator pad. Rub the scratch remover into the scratched area, gently working it into the scratches. When finished, buff the area with a clean, dry terry cloth or microfiber cloth. Finally, polish the area with a paste or wax to restore your car’s shine.

What happens if I bump into a car?

A hit and run accident is when a person collides with a person or another car (parked or in motion) and flees the accident scene. Leaving the scene is considered a criminal offense. Depending on the state, a hit and run may be a misdemeanor or felony punishable by fines, jail time, license points or all of these.

What should I do if someone scratches my car?

Do not argue or confront them. Tell the police what occurred and they will make a report. You should be able to get a copy of that report online or in person in a few days. Hopefully the person that scratched your car has insurance and it will be documented. If so call their ins co and file the claim.

How do I file a police report for a scratched car?

Tell the police what occurred and they will make a report. You should be able to get a copy of that report online or in person in a few days. Hopefully the person that scratched your car has insurance and it will be documented. If so call their ins co and file the claim.

What should you do if your car is damaged during an accident?

Ensure you capture the vehicle’s license plate, as well as the damage to the car. Also, take a picture of your note before you stick it under the wiper. Again, this can help you combat insurance fraud. Finally, call your insurance company.

Will my insurance go up if my car is scratched?

Your insurance will pay the damage to the car you scratched (your property damage liability coverage), and your car will be covered by your own collision insurance (after your deductible). As long as you haven’t scratched many vehicles recently (and as long as you weren’t ticketed for the accident), your rates will most likely not go up.