Transforming the auto industry one innovation at a time while empowering the consumer with smart financial options
The world has changed a lot in the last 15 months. New ways of doing things have emerged, the old order is gone, and innovation and agility seem to be the key driving forces that will shape how we do things and adapt to this new world.
As has been expected and been the case, the pandemic has forced many industries and companies to reevaluate their business models, and carve out strategic points of survival in order to emerge victorious from the economic ruins that have been brought by the virus. The automotive industry has not been immune to these sweeping changes.
According to the online insurance comparison site, Bettercompare (2021), of the 10 million vehicles that frequent South Africa’s roads, only 2.5 million are insured. It is said that about three cars that drive next to you are most likely not insured.
With the pandemic having taken a toll on people’s purses, particularly in the form of retrenchment and salary cuts, we’re aware that some tasks and duties may be relegated to the back end even though they are important.
A car is a necessity, but the hardships of life may force one to either cancel or suspend their insurance as they work through some of the challenges that we face everyday.
So you may ask yourself anxiously, what will happen if your car gets knocked/bumped while you’re on the road with no insurance or solid contingency plan to deal with the crisis?
Here, at Ezy Panel Beaters, we have an excellent team that is perfectly suited to take care of all your panel beating needs. In no time, your car will be back in good shape and ready to be driven. Check out the gallery section on the site to review some of the previous works by Ezy ; www.ezypanelbeaters.co.za/gallery/
To accommodate you, we have put in place a flexible payment structure that takes into consideration affordability and the amount of damage to a vehicle.
With us, you get to pay a deposit of 50% while we work on repairing your ride. We give you the option of settling the outstanding balance when you come to collect the vehicle. This will give you ample time and a chance to source the funds to pay for the work while progress is also taking place. We understand it can be a difficult task in most cases to have all the amount quoted at hand. The payment flexibility therefore works best for most clients.
We also have another fantastic offering where you get to refer someone and upon a successful referral, you’ll receive 5% of the quote back. This deal can even be more beneficial to you if you know people with a lot of cars or you’re employed at a company with a fleet of cars. Once you refer them to Ezy and it so happens that every month, an average, of 3 cars are serviced by us, with the company paying about R25 000, you stand a chance to make an easy R1250. That amounts to R15000 annually. In this tough economic climate, such extra cash definitely goes a long way in making things better.
Thirdly, we also provide you with assistance in identifying reliable aftermarket outlets for reasonably priced motor parts.
These are some of the innovative ways in which we’re trying to make the world a better place because we understand that times are tough. We’re committed to always ensuring that your driving experience is second to none.
Our range of innovative services also includes a self quoting system on the website, one of the first in the industry to help you get a quick estimate of what it can cost to fix your damage. This is also designed to reduce quote waiting time for all clients. The other option is to DM your pictures to any of Ezy’s social pages and you will receive assistance with your estimated quote. This eliminates the process of physically driving in to a place to get a quote, as is the norm with others out there. We save you valuable time and money so that you can plan, budget and bring your car only when ready to fix.
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- Published in panel beating, Powder Coating, Rear End Damage, Vintage Car
The sentimental value of a vintage car
“Life is too short to drive boring cars”
A car is a car is a car, right? Well, not quite. If that was the case, then we’d never have these naturally gorgeous rides that age like fine wine and mesmerise, not onlycar enthusiasts, but the entire world with their stunning beauty and legendary status.
Think of a Porsche 911 , a Mercedes-benz 300 SL Gullwing, a Volkswagen-Beetle, a Jaguar. I’m sure the first thing that comes to mind is “iconic.” That’s definitely the kind of lasting impact and significance most of these cars have had on us over the years.
As the popular saying goes: “Memories don’t live like people do.” They also don’t live like cars. The connection that an owner of a vehicle has with his baby cannot be compared to anything else. That’s why people go as far as giving their cars names. It goes beyond just an automobile serving the basic functions of transportation. There’s a sentimental value attached to it and it’s almost indescribable in words. You must feel and experience it for yourself.
So what does it take for a car to be a classic entity? Nothing much, really. It just has to be born a classic. From its inception, it must be spectacular and outstanding.
In the over 100 year history of the automobile industry since the early days of Henry_Ford, only a few brands can claim to have created something so magnificent that it became a revered household name.
Of course, the onus is upon you as the owner to take good care of your ride, and it starts first by valuing it and seeing it as an asset that it really is. You have to take practical steps and habitually do a couple of things to ensure that the car retains its fresh and charming look. Try these and you’ll surely be guaranteed a lot of sweet memories.
1. Take it for check ups
Just like the human body needs a doctor to evaluate it and assist with treatment for good health, so does a car need a qualified mechanic. A check up by a professional mechanic is important to guarantee that the engine continues to run smoothly and that any mechanical faults are picked up early and fixed before they can affect everything.
2. Clean your car regularly
As they say, “Cleanliness is next to Godliness.” Even with cars, this is true. A nice, clean car makes for a pleasant driving experience all the time. From a clean and shiny exterior to a fresh smelling interior that enhances the whole ambiance as you cruise from lane to lane.
3 . Drive it as often as possible
All too often when it comes to objects with sentimental value, we tend to use them sparingly or not use them at all. We see this with people keeping a bottle of wine for years waiting for a ‘special occasion’. Growing up, our grandmothers would deprive us the delicacy of those tasty and sweet canned fruit since they were only reserved for Christmas and other special occasions.
People tend to make the same mistake with classic cars. Yes, it’s understandable you want to keep them in good shape and increase their longevity, but a little spin every now and then won’t hurt. In fact, it’s needed.
4. Enjoy it
No matter what happens, enjoy your ride. Since life is too short to drive boring cars, you must also remember that you have in your possession a sought after vehicle by car collectors. The thrill and the fun are all in experiencing it, in creating the special moments and memories with every trip you take. You already have it. All you need to do now is to fully enjoy it.
5. Protect it from the elements
Excessive exposure to the elements can lead to considerable damage to any object. It’s important to guard against this, by seeing to it that you take protective measures to keep your car safe. Make sure your car is always parked in a garage or under a car port.
And when it’s all said and done, only the good times and memories will remain. So in all the things and moments that make us happy, we must make it count.
Come through to ezypanelbeaters and we’ll assist you with getting your ride into great shape. Classic cars bring a lot of happiness. Our team thrives to add to this happiness with their expertise in auto repair.
- Published in Vintage Car
PANEL BEATING EXPLAINED
It is reported that South Africa experiences about 1 million road accidents every year. A lot of these accidents are as a result human errors.
When cars are involved in accidents and not written off, they need to be fixed and that is where panel beating comes in.
What is Panel Beating?
It is essentially the professional skill and craft of repairing a car’s body using various techniques such as metal work, welding, planishing and putty filling. Depending on the amount of work, a panel beater might have to repair or replace the damaged parts of the vehicle altogether.
Are Panel Beaters necessary?
Very necessary. They do some very specialized and highly skilled work that you and I cannot do, no matter how good we may think we are with cars. Panel beaters spend years learning this craft and then they do practicals to put into practice all the theory learnt in the classroom.
When should you call a Panel Beater?
If you’re involved in a car accident and your vehicle is not damaged beyond repair, meaning it’s not written off. In that instance, calling a panel beater would be the wisest thing to do.
It is important to check first for efficient and reliable panel beaters in your area before making a final decision. This is someone you’ll be entrusting with fixing your car, so you better make an informed decision.
- Published in panel beating