Rebuilding a wrecked 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero - Fender repair

Hi Guys, Nikko is here!
In this video, I’m going to straighten and repair the front fender of my Saab 9-3 Convertible damaged by the previous owner in the collision.
It was a long, many-week, work (not every day, of course). But finally, it’s done, and I can start preparing the fender for the painting.
Note! This is not a tutorial on how to do this work right. The right way would, probably, be to replace the fender completely. Or, at least, to use a spot welding machine to straighten the fender fully without highs and lows. But I’m not going to restore this car for the museum quality, at least for now. My goal is to make it road worthy, pass the salvage inspection, and drive it repairing various things when I have time and money for them.
So, the quality of the final result is satisfactory for me but there are some imperfections, and I know them. I will deal with them later. Maybe. :)
This project is going slowly, but it’s going on anyway. Step by step and we’ll get it done someday.
A legal disclaimer: I am not a certified car mechanic. I may be wrong in something and I do cut corners sometimes (often). Use my videos at your own risk. Always read the applicable service manual thoroughly before any work and follow the procedures recommended in the manual.
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Music:
“Come On Out” by Dan Lebowitz
“Let’s Do This!” by Nat Keefe & Hot Buttered Rum
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Sincerely,
Nikko