I got a dent in my LH front fender --- before I pay for a new one (which would cost with painting about $700) I want to try and fix it myself.

Problem is I can't even remove the undercarriage in order to get underneath the fender to hammer it out. I unscrewed all the screws but it still won't budge.

Has anyone here tried this and what am I doing wrong? Is this the type of thing only a professional can fix?

 

Forgot to say it's a 2005 White Escape most basic model.

 

I just wanted to agree with the above comments. You want to keep as much value in your escape as you can, and body work is all about appearance. It takes years to get it right.

I do everything myself, but this is not easy. It looks easy and seems easy, but you will not be happy with the end result. Maybe you can find some one one the side who will do it for cash, as long as they work in the field, that would be a better risk. Good luck!