02-22-2017, 07:31 AM | #15 |
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Looking at the picture, it appears that the quarter panel is pushed in far enough to close the gap at the front of the trunk and if that is so, that means the inner structure is bent. This repair will go above $10,000.
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02-22-2017, 08:07 AM | #16 |
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Just out of curiosity, how many of you that have replied actually work as an estimator for a collision shop or insurance company?
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02-22-2017, 08:32 AM | #17 |
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I work for an insurance company, not as an adjuster.
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02-22-2017, 08:52 AM | #19 |
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It's always more than you think... I bet the bill will be at least $7k. If it's kinda iffy to be totaled, you can tell your adjuster you want the vehicle repaired and they'll usually work with you. Just remember you'll have a crash on your vehicle history and it will hurt you later.
In case it's totaled, look up similar vehicles in your area with similar mileage (cars.com, autotrader.com). Others I've told this to have negotiated higher values if they give you a low-ball number for your car. Other times they give a fair offer and it's just good you checked. |
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I'm wondering what damage there is underneath. If the subframe is damaged to the point that a new one wouldn't bolt up cleanly, it's done. It may just be a bent strut. |
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I work in insurance, as a licensed agent and I have had my fair share of accidents. My post was on the low side, as another pointed out. How did estimate go?
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02-22-2017, 01:08 PM | #24 | |
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How'd the estimate go? Please tell me they put the car on a lift and got a good look underneath. Seems obvious, but I've had to chase supplements for some "obvious" stuff that the estimator shouldn't have to have been told to find. I always try to be on-site when it's my own stuff.
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02-22-2017, 02:12 PM | #25 |
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As an auto appraiser/adjuster/supervisor for many years for 4 major insurance companies I will tell you this car is a "Constructive Total Loss". First you complete an estimate for the obvious damages. Then determine the ACV- (actual cash value) then the estimated salvage value. None of this can be answered by looking at a picture or two on camaro5.
An educated guess on this car from what is known, I would think it should be totaled.
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Thank you for all of your replies. I really do apreciate everyones opinion. I would like to reply to some of you specifically but i have been really busy. For now i will just say the adjuster came back and the total costs for repairs so far will be $10k. Athough this does not include the suspension damage if any. I guess it could add up to another 4k if that, i really have no clue..my old g35 had to get full rear end replaced and that was 2300 at an overpriced shop. Anyone have any experience with a full rear end replacement cost?(absolute worst case scenario) If anyone would like to know specific amounts for anything feel free to ask because that is what i looked for on the forums and could not find specific amounts. Again i appreciate all your comments.
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02-28-2017, 03:44 PM | #27 |
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Update.
Total cost of repairs is now at 13,500. It jumped from 10k due to the lower and upper control arms, cv axle , and shock absorber being damaged. I know most people would just total it by now. |
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Sucks this happened, sorry to hear OP
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