1. Serious damage to the body must be repaired at a service station, as this work requires special equipment.
2. If serious damage has occurred, it is necessary to contact a specialist who will give an opinion on the need to replace parts. If the body shape is not restored, this will lead to. that, firstly, the car will not be controlled correctly, and secondly, unequal loads on the suspension, transmission and steering will lead to accelerated wear or complete failure of the car's systems.
3. Since many body components are removable (hood, trunk lid, doors, etc.), then they are easier to replace than to repair. Sometimes good parts can be found in stores that sell used parts. The cost of such spare parts is much lower than new ones.