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How to Repair the Body Panels of the Smart Fortwo

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Body

In today's video tutorial, we will cover the main steps to carry out a temporary repair of the plastic and polycarbonate panels of the Smart Fortwo. First, fill the damaged area of the bodywork with the same material; then use body filler to perfectly fill the surface, allowing it to dry afterwards. At this point, use a sander to make the surface perfectly smooth; finally, apply the new layer of paint, following the video tutorial to the end!

Updated on 14 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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