Cost of motor accident repairs - can they be challenged?

Carnmore

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Can anyone say if a repair cost is fair and whether it can be challenged?

A friend's Nissan van was rear ended - low speed impact - and it needs both back doors replacing, a new bumper and a small dent in the floor pulling out.

There is no issue with liability and the driver of the other vehicle's insurance will pay for the repairs.

The repairing garage has agreed repair costs of €4400, not including the cost of a hire car.

Although it is covered by insurance, it just seems to be excessively high for light damage and ultimately we all pay for claims through our insurance premiums.

My friend is reluctant to sign off on this cost as she thinks it's being overcharged.

Would appreciate any thoughts on this.
 
My friend is reluctant to sign off on this cost as she thinks it's being overcharged.

You'd be surprised how quickly things add up. My sister's car was hit by a deer. Externally, it looked as if it was just a broken headlamp but everything was connected. The bill came to €3,500

The repairs have been carried out

Bit late to start complaining now me thinks.
 
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