I was able to get an appointment at local shop for 2 PM today. The owner came out and took a look at the dent. He gave low whistle with a shake of his head. He told me the silver metallic flake could be a problem say that he might need to shrink the metal and if he did there was chance the paint would show it. He told me he thought he could get to @ 80% at a cost of 285.00. If I wasn't happy, there would be no charge. I let him go for it. This is the result:
I am well pleased with the result. Sure - If I look exactly where it was with the light coming from an angle, there is some visibility. Verses the cost of replacement door (bare shell from DC Automotive - around 45 miles away - is 350) and painting, This is perfect for me. It's not like this car doesn't have a few scratches and flaws. At some point yeah I would like to see the whole car repainted but for car that's value is less than 10,000 - it does not make economic sense today.