Hi, just a noob question. I've had my 96 eclipse for 7 years now, 123k, mechanically in great condition, never any problems with it. unfortunately, I didnt take good care of the body, and it developed 2 rust holes on the rear hatchback, just where the rubber thingy meets the glass. It was leaking really bad during rains and flooding my trunk, so I decided to put that Bondo stuff on it to seal it and stop the leaks. I did a really lousy job, and now the rear hatch looks terrible. I'd like to keep this car for a while.

Long story short, I'm thinking of replacing the rear hatch. But I dont know where to find one. junkyards? Online? And how do I find the junkyards anyway?

Sorry, like I said, noob questions. Just wanted any ideas on how to proceed. Oh and I was thinking of having it painted afterwards too (really cheaply too ). Anyway its would make me feel better since I use it as a daily driver

 

 

Thanks. It took me a while to find the classifieds, but I'm there now.Second generation is from 95 to 99?,Will these years bethe same size and everything will fit my 96?

 

there are better places IMO to find used hatches for your car. Either here
www.dsmtrader.com
or here
www.car-parts.com <<this one is an online junkyard