What to do if someone scratches your car while parked in India: Someone scratched the car parked in the parking lot. We were a little late to the office and probably gave the crook ample opportunity to do what he did while being late.
Some drivers were nearby but as usual, no one saw or heard anything. Looks like it’s a random act of vandalism because I can’t think of anything else. Sometimes people get so sick or frustrated that they vent their anger at whatever is in front of them.
What to do if someone scratches your car while parked in India
As soon as you enter the parking lot and see your parked car damaged, immediately call the police and report the incident. You will also need to file an FIR or FIR with the police.
When I checked the damage done to the car, my heart broke. There were scratch marks on both sides and rear. Luckily there is nothing in front. I was so deeply angry that I wanted to curse the person involved in the physical harm.
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Now that I am calm again and trying to think logically. Some scratches can be treated with a rubbing compound but the darker ones are gone in the primer and not sure how I would take care of them.
What if someone scratches your car while parked in India? So can I claim insurance for these?
Perhaps the entire door and panel will need to be repaired, or if the scratches are to be repaired, it should be known that it is practically a week’s work. Since Puja/Diwali is around the corner, don’t be surprised if it even lasts 2-3 weeks. Cannot let the car go for such a period.
Was thinking of covering them with body graphics. Not that expensive and will cover scratches well with proper design choices.
What is the ‘Waxoyl’ treatment for the car?
The ‘Waxoyl’ treatment involves first cleaning the underside of the car and removing all loose rust, mud, etc. from the car. We remove plastic wheel-arch linings, various interior trims, rubber and plastic grommets/bangs, etc. from the car to ensure proper mileage.
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