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Dented Macbook Pro
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I doubt its going to be cheap.
Like 900USD when done by Apple.
Since this is a UNIbody, it has to replace the whole body just to fix one dent/scratches
Like 900USD when done by Apple.
Since this is a UNIbody, it has to replace the whole body just to fix one dent/scratches
What about a 3rd party? I've seen them fix it for 300 NZ.If not should I sell this one and then get a new one?
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Ummm O.O
Third party may be a little cheaper but probably not by much. I don't see why you need to sell it and get a new one. Do the dents affect its ability to operate? They look cosmetic.
Sorry my dad had that problem with his PC I *really* dont know how I got it confused with my laptop,Any what would you say from a 3rd party that I would at least get it fixed 100 dollars cheaper?
I know this sounds strange but I LITERALLY lose sleep over the dent my dad said he would get it fixed but I just want it to be the cheapest possible.
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No my warranty is already gone plus I dont have an apple store where I live,and btw thanks for helping me out it really means alot
Bottom plate can be fixed but the body and screen bezel cant be done by alone.
You prob need an official person with tools doing that.
You prob need an official person with tools doing that.
I know this sounds strange but I LITERALLY lose sleep over the dent my dad said he would get it fixed but I just want it to be the cheapest possible.
Oh and thanks a lot to the ***holes that had a piss and laugh at the dent on my laptop then not saying anything
Who's laughing at you? Maybe you should sort out your attitude before you post on these forums.
Also, a google search for "MacBook pro repairs" or something related is likely to give you a much better idea than posters here.
It's a big waste of money to get this fixed. Either patch it up yourself (scrub down the damage to remove the black, leave as is or color in), or just sell it to someone who doesn't care and buy new.
I think you just answered your own question then.. And nobody's laughing at you or your dent, so I'd suggest changing your attitude if you expect any more help from people here.
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It's honestly not that bad. And I don't really see a dent, but it looks more like scratches.
If you are really losing sleep over it, then you may have OCD.
A cheap way to help cover up the scratches: take it to your local auto body shop, and ask them for touch up paint that would match the aluminum color of the shell. It should cost about $15.
If you are really losing sleep over it, then you may have OCD.
A cheap way to help cover up the scratches: take it to your local auto body shop, and ask them for touch up paint that would match the aluminum color of the shell. It should cost about $15.
I have to admit after reading that line and calling me an a**hole I laughed. I don't think it's worth the money to fix, but the auto body shop sounds like a good idea! ^
Honestly, its isn't worth the money. You need to replace the Bottom cover (relatively cheap), the unibody (expensive) AND the top lid (again, expensive). Essentially you're replacing the entire exterior of the computer.
If it really bothers you that much, grab a speck case and stick it in that and you'll never see the dents again.
https://www.speckproducts.com/macbook-cases/macbook-pro.html
It's not worth the 500+ dollars just to get it fixed cosmetically. If anything you can probably sell it on ebay and put the 500 dollars towards a new laptop.
If it really bothers you that much, grab a speck case and stick it in that and you'll never see the dents again.
https://www.speckproducts.com/macbook-cases/macbook-pro.html
It's not worth the 500+ dollars just to get it fixed cosmetically. If anything you can probably sell it on ebay and put the 500 dollars towards a new laptop.
Yeah u should just sand those spots down to remove the black spots and that's about it. Too much money to change out those 2 aluminum parts (unibody and screen).
Cant you just get it done by where you heard you can get it fixed for 300?
And put a case on it.
I highly recommend Speck Seethru case.
Protects from dents and scratches.
And put a case on it.
I highly recommend Speck Seethru case.
Protects from dents and scratches.
Sorry I was bait stressed didn't mean to have an attitude
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As stated above I was a little stressed with an eassy and it said 100 views but only two replies so i also got pissed at that
Once again sorry guys
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Right does anyone have any good spec cases in mind?