Cedric Randolph Jan 24, 2010:

struts = pillars It seems pretty clear that this is what is being referred to, if the car has overturned and is not totaled out but to be repaired, now it is up to you to figure out which term to use as they are pretty well covered in the offerings.

s.brook1 (X) (asker) Jan 24, 2010:

I have tried uploading the photo without success (invalid file type). However, the photo is of a Fiat Stilo car which has overturned, ending up upside down on its roof!

Stefano Costa (X) Jan 24, 2010:

yes I see your point...
s.brook1, do you have pictures that could help? or is it text only?

Cedric Randolph Jan 24, 2010:

montante The problem seems to be whether this term is referring to a "strut" or a "panel" as "montante" may be either one, apparently, in this case. Can you offer any more context, or is this another list?