Wow that spring should definitely not be touching that shock casing?? Strange. I don't think a panard would solve that. Have you got a pic from further away? Regardless your going to Get a warranty on it as you should.
Glad you chasing another car Healy, cut your losses mate. A lesson learned I'm sure.
I recommend that that car has no business in the bush in 4wd in that condition mate, sorry bud. Really really FARKED!!