Damaged front of van

[Keitai]

Hit a bollard. My mechanic has looked at it. Said if I went through insurance it would be a right off.

The header tank was empty! Worrying. But haven't checked it for weeks so dunno if it's a previous issue or this prang. It was leaking after they changed clutch then seemed OK (2 months ago).

The radiator bar is massively bent. And front plastic panel has been pushed forward so it's hard to open the front bonnet and he said needs replacing but from a quick look the radiator looked ok. Filled it up header tank and radiator wasn't spraying water which is good. Got to monitor header tank though

Need to get on eBay and order a radiator bar and front panel so I can take to him to fit. He's a good guy and is trying to help me financially. Peugeot expert 2013.


Any good-

https://www.onbuy.com/gb/p/peugeot-expert-2007-2016-front-bumper-black~p56895744/?stat=eyJpcCI6IjExNy40MyIsImRwIjoiMC4wMCIsImxpZCI6Nzk5OTA4MDIsInMiOjEwLCJ0IjoxNzI4ODkxMjE4LCJibWMiOjB9&exta=gshp&extac=cars_automotive_3&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=21696412541&utm_medium=pmax&utm_content=&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwj4K5BhDYARIsAD1Ly2oRJfEWVVIFG6DHu6D7R0KDq3uSPLpbr-I-18HetnioUlUL-ydrSxcaAitSEALw_wcB

2018 not 2013 -

Pardon our interruption...

 

[Burnerman]

Quite a biff, that!
The plastic bit looks as if it would be fine, but the bumper bar may be from a face lifted van and therefore we can't tell if it's right or not.......you'd have to get the old one off and compare it as best you can.
It does look as if the radiator and fan have got away with it though.
Consider using a local body shop and factor for your parts......it could save a load of time if you bought the wrong bits. Even a genuine Peugeot bumper bar may not prove prohibitive cost wise.....and it will fit.
John

 

[Keitai]

To make sure I order the correct parts shall I go to peugeot shop and get a quote and get him to look over and tell me right parts then order ebay?

 

[flameport]

shall I go to peugeot shop and get a quote and get him to look over and tell me right parts then order ebay?

Stop buying things from ebay.
It's not cheaper, quicker or better in any way.

You might get lucky and receive something which can actually be used - assuming you don't mind being without a van for a week or four while the usual suspects attempt delivery multiple times.

Far more likely is receiving items which do not fit, are already damaged, are completely the wrong items, or receiving nothing at all.
Even one of those things happening will totally destroy any alleged savings.

 

[Burnerman]

By all means go to Peugeot and get the correct part numbers - this may help the supplier to produce the right goods.
The genuine bumper bar won't be a huge price, but the plastic nose shell will be. You can get your first provider to supply that one, but again there is a risk that it won't fit.
Also allow for painting with any costs!
A scrapper may well have what you need, but don't expect it to be perfect - they never are.
Did the bonnet survive?
John

 

[Avocet]

That vehicle is shared with Citroen and Fiat. It was the Fiat Scudo and the Citroen Dispatch. If it helps, you could broaden your search for parts, by seeing if any breakers have the same part off one of the other two? (Badges excepted, of course)!

 

[Keitai]

That vehicle is shared with Citroen and Fiat. It was the Fiat Scudo and the Citroen Dispatch. If it helps, you could broaden your search for parts, by seeing if any breakers have the same part off one of the other two? (Badges excepted, of course)!

Thxs. My mechanic did tell mechanic parts to get think- radiator bar, and front panel (the black thing). From the photos, any idea what are the names I need?

 

[Keitai]

By all means go to Peugeot and get the correct part numbers - this may help the supplier to produce the right goods.
The genuine bumper bar won't be a huge price, but the plastic nose shell will be. You can get your first provider to supply that one, but again there is a risk that it won't fit.
Also allow for painting with any costs!
A scrapper may well have what you need, but don't expect it to be perfect - they never are.
Did the bonnet survive?
John

I can't open the bonnet without a screwdriver. I dunno if it's survived tbh.

 

[Avocet]

Thxs. My mechanic did tell mechanic parts to get think- radiator bar, and front panel (the black thing). From the photos, any idea what are the names I need?

The black plastic beam running across the top, between the headlights, is often referred to as the bonnet "slam plate", I think.

The plastic trays under the car, I'd try "undertray".

The big, curved steel beam immediately behind the front bumper, maybe try "front crash bar" or "front crash can" assembly, (if it's damaged).

The frame at the bottom of the radiator - maybe try "radiator mounting subframe / frame"?

 

[Keitai]

The black plastic beam running across the top, between the headlights, is often referred to as the bonnet "slam plate", I think.

The plastic trays under the car, I'd try "undertray".

The big, curved steel beam immediately behind the front bumper, maybe try "front crash bar" or "front crash can" assembly, (if it's damaged).

The frame at the bottom of the radiator - maybe try "radiator mounting subframe / frame"?

That's awesome thxs. I'm currently driving around in it. Is there any risk? Is there a risk with the undertray being damaged?

 

[Avocet]

That's awesome thxs. I'm currently driving around in it. Is there any risk? Is there a risk with the undertray being damaged?

Hard to say, really. Your bonnet latches to the catch on the slam plate, which is broken, so if you go fast enough, there's a danger that the bonnet will blow up against the screen (which won't be fun)! Your radiator might be leaking, in which case, keep an eye on the coolant level or you could cook your engine. There's often an intercooler and an air conditioning condenser near the radiator - sometimes also an oil cooler, so you need to be certain they're all still secure. I would probably remove the remains of the undertray in case it comes off and is hit by a car behind you. It's really there mainly to reduce noise, but also improve airflow and keep the engine bay clean. You shouldn't come to any harm running without an undertray for a while.

 

[Keitai]

Was quoted these prices-


£237 part of subframe (bit under radiator)

Crash bar £458 other part £ 239 bumper bracket parts

Undertray

£394

Slam plate £92

Is this what I need? Can I leave any if these out to save money ?

Just get subframe and Slam plate and give just that to mechanic? If undertray needs purchasing he'll tell me I guess

 

[Burnerman]

The only part you can leave out is the undertray, but you’d probably get one from an on line breaker.
The other parts will probably be available too, but you take the risk of the incorrect part arriving.
John

 

[Avocet]

As John says, you'd be mad to buy those parts new!

Step 1, find out from your mechanic, a definitive list of parts that need to be replaced - even if it's just photos.
Step 2, find someone who is breaking a Peugeot Expert / Fiat Scudo / Citroen Dispatch the same (or similar year, and specification (e.g. diesel, with aircon), and get quotes for the parts from them.

 

[carmanmemoranda]

Was quoted these prices-


£237 part of subframe (bit under radiator)

Crash bar £458 other part £ 239 bumper bracket parts

Undertray

£394

Slam plate £92

Is this what I need? Can I leave any if these out to save money ?

Just get subframe and Slam plate and give just that to mechanic? If undertray needs purchasing he'll tell me I guess

Be cheaper to buy another van