[migrator]

360dood has a problem with his 850 estate (Phase 1 - 'P' reg). The bonnet will not release to open. The local garage has been able to free up the nearside bonnet catch but the offside catch will not release.

The current options are :-

Break the headlight to gain access - not a good idea as these are a pair of units sourced in the States and can only be replaced (bought) in pairs with the addition of import duties. A pricey approach.

Cut the bonnet - better as there will be good bonnets available from breakers with the worst expense being a possible respray in the appropriate colour.

Has anyone here had this sort of problem on an 850? There may still be possible lines of attack that will get the bonnet lock releasing without too much damage.