Verdict is in: Car is a Total Loss.
*sniffles*
Mom to 8
Verdict is in: Car is a Total Loss.
*sniffles*
~Kimmy, Zam, Logan, Raptor, Nimrod, Mei, Jasper, Esme, & Lucy Inara
RIP Kia, Chipper, Morla, & June
Furry PiLLarz
"What THEY think the car is worth."Originally Posted by ramanth
Kimmy ~
Do some research before you talk to the insurance "adjuster"!!
Check the "Kelly Blue Book" site >>>
http://www.kbb.com
for the exact Year, Model, Body Style, Engine, Trim Level, and OPTIONS you have
on the car - see what Mr. Kelly says it's worth.
Pay attention to the "condition" rating - can you claim this >>> ?
"Excellent" condition means that the vehicle looks new, is in excellent mechanical condition and needs no reconditioning. This vehicle has never had any paint or body work and is free of rust. The vehicle has a clean title history and will pass a smog and safety inspection. The engine compartment is clean, with no fluid leaks and is free of any wear or visible defects. The vehicle also has complete and verifiable service records. Less than 5% of all used vehicles fall into this category.
That "condition" is worth the most money - can you claim that with a straight face?
It doesn't *look* that badly damaged ...
but the crumple in the roof is reason to worry.
IF the insurance company wants to Fix It - have a long talk with the Body Shop
to be sure they plan to use NEW parts and will guarantee a First Class repair.
Hope your *aches* & *pains* don't get any worse!!
/s/ Cinder, Smokey & Heidi
R.I.P. ~ Boots, Bowser, Sherman, & Snoopy
Mom to 8
Phred, Dad checked Kelly Blue Book and other 2000 Grand Am's with similar miles to mine that are on lots to get an idea of how much it's worth.
About $4000, and the damage cost is more than that, so the adjustor said it's a total loss.
Time to shop for a new car.
~Kimmy, Zam, Logan, Raptor, Nimrod, Mei, Jasper, Esme, & Lucy Inara
RIP Kia, Chipper, Morla, & June
Furry PiLLarz
ONLY $4,000!???
That doesn't seem like much for a 5-6 year old car that looks like it's in GOOD Condition.
*Argue* for every penny you can get - be sure they are comparing cars with
the same features and condition as yours!
And remember - YOU have to find a replacement vehicle with what they give you!
Good Luck!!
/s/ Cinder, Smokey & Heidi
R.I.P. ~ Boots, Bowser, Sherman, & Snoopy
Mom to 8
I think it's how many miles I have on it that really hurts the value. About 142 thousand.
A lotta trips to the dog park....
I bought it used for 12,000 in 2001.
~Kimmy, Zam, Logan, Raptor, Nimrod, Mei, Jasper, Esme, & Lucy Inara
RIP Kia, Chipper, Morla, & June
Mom to 8
My settlement came in!
$4,384.16!
That'll make for a nice down payment.
The tow truck comes tomorrow morning to pick up my car. RIP my green one. You were a great car.
~Kimmy, Zam, Logan, Raptor, Nimrod, Mei, Jasper, Esme, & Lucy Inara
RIP Kia, Chipper, Morla, & June
Full Time Husky Lover
i´ve been reading but havent posted until now, sorry to hear that, it almost happened to me, bt look at the bright side you´ll be on a brand new one......
i now all the memories you muts´ve had but hey lets make new ones
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she will be deeply missed.......Thank you for letting us be a part of your life, you will surely remain in ours FOREVER........R.I.P. Dear Corinna
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dedicated to the kindest,loveliest and always helpful dude that one would be honored and proud to know........R.I.P. Dear Phred
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Awww, bye-bye little green car!My settlement came in!
$4,384.16!
That'll make for a nice down payment.
The tow truck comes tomorrow morning to pick up my car. RIP my green one. You were a great car.
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Live Long & Prosper
Glad your OK, but your Dads probably right. Once the shazzy is impacted, they most often write it off.
Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our life whole
Katie, Tori & Zack's Mom
Aww, Kimmy, sorry I missed this. I'm glad you are ok and you're right that will be a nice down payment.
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I'm so glad you are ok, Kimmy.
I got "nailed" a couple of years ago, in my Jeep, which didn't even have a scratch on it. Broke my heart! And the guy who hit me was not supposed to be driving at night, nor was he supposed to have so many passengers in his car. He got a ticket for that, but not for hitting me. Turned out, later, he admitted to causing the accident, and his insurance paid for all of my repairs, but it still burns me that he was not charged for the accident.
Let us know what you end up driving!
Logan
Sherman, we miss you!
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