Why Car Dealerships Trust PDR for Used Car Reconditioning
Car dealerships know that first impressions matter when selling used vehicles. Minor dents and dings can lower resale value, making it harder to attract buyers. That’s why dealerships trust Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) to restore vehicles quickly and cost-effectively.
At Autoworks of Nashville, we work with dealerships, fleet operators, and used car lots to help them increase resale value and improve the appearance of their vehicles. In this blog, we’ll explain why PDR is the #1 choice for car dealerships and how it helps them sell cars faster and for higher prices.
5 Reasons Car Dealerships Choose PDR for Used Car Reconditioning
1. Boosts Resale Value & Attracts Buyers
✔ Customers expect used cars to look as close to new as possible.
✔ Even minor dents can lower a car’s trade-in or resale value.
✔ PDR restores the car’s appearance, making it more appealing to buyers.
💡 Fixing minor dents with PDR can increase the resale price by hundreds or even thousands of dollars!
2. Saves Money on Repairs Compared to Traditional Bodywork
✔ Traditional dent repair requires sanding, fillers, and repainting, which can be costly.
✔ PDR is 50-75% cheaper, allowing dealerships to maximize profits on each sale.
✔ Dealerships can repair multiple cars at a fraction of the cost of traditional repairs.
💡 Lower repair costs = higher profit margins for dealerships!
3. Faster Turnaround = Faster Sales
✔ Every day a used car sits on the lot costs dealerships money.
✔ PDR repairs most dents in under an hour, while body shop repairs take days or weeks.
✔ Dealerships can get cars ready for sale faster, increasing inventory turnover.
💡 With PDR, dealerships can move cars faster and increase sales volume!
4. Maintains Factory Paint = Higher Perceived Value
✔ Repainting can decrease a car’s value, as buyers prefer factory paint over aftermarket touch-ups.
✔ PDR preserves the car’s original finish, making it look flawless without any evidence of repair.
✔ Dealerships can confidently list vehicles as accident-free, avoiding negative buyer perceptions.
💡 Keeping factory paint intact makes used cars more desirable to buyers!
5. Approved by Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Programs
✔ Many Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) programs require vehicles to be in top condition.
✔ PDR helps meet CPO standards without invasive repairs.
✔ Vehicles in CPO programs sell for higher prices, making PDR a smart investment for dealerships.
💡 PDR helps dealerships qualify more vehicles for Certified Pre-Owned programs, increasing their marketability!
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How Much Can Dealerships Save with PDR?
| Repair Type | Traditional Body Shop Cost | PDR Cost | Savings with PDR |
|---|
| Small Dent (Dime-sized) | $500 – $800 | $75 – $150 | $400 – $650 |
| Medium Dent (Quarter-sized) | $800 – $1,500 | $150 – $350 | $600 – $1,200 |
| Large Dent (Golf ball-sized) | $1,500 – $3,500 | $300 – $800 | $1,000 – $2,700 |
| Hail Damage (Multiple dents) | $3,000+ | $1,000 – $2,500 | $1,500 – $3,000 |
💡 PDR allows dealerships to restore vehicles for a fraction of traditional repair costs!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Why do dealerships prefer PDR over traditional dent repair?
A: PDR is cheaper, faster, and preserves factory paint, helping dealerships sell cars quickly and for more money.
Q: Can PDR be used on Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles?
A: Yes! Many CPO programs allow PDR as an approved repair method because it maintains the car’s original finish.
Q: How soon after PDR can a dealership sell a car?
A: Immediately! Since PDR doesn’t require paint drying or extensive labor, the car can be listed for sale the same day.
Q: Can PDR fix multiple vehicles in a dealership’s inventory?
A: Yes! Many dealerships schedule bulk PDR services to repair multiple cars at once.
📞 Still have questions? Call us for expert advice!
