Matt, This is an invaluable resource: http://gerry.vanagon.com/files/auto-insurance-madness.html > Date: Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:23:05 -0700 > From: Matt Drew <t3vanagon@GMAIL.COM> > > > Adjuster just came. > > This sucks. Based in part on the prices of similar vehicles for sale in the > area (and this is Vegas, so good luck with that) the value of Blackbeard is > $2,649. > Cost to repair (minus the radiator, because he couldn't actually get to the > radiator to look at it) is $4,500. > > Total labor per his report is over 22 hours. > > Even with the additional value given the new (<75,000 mi.) engine, the > massive number of hours PLUS parts is just too much. > > Alright. > Never been through this before. > Aside from the new damage, Blackbeard is in FANTASTIC condition. > Interior is very clean. Cruise works great. Power mirrors, windows, door > locks, AC (needs to be replaced though), and the OEM carpet covers are even > in good shape. > No rips/tears. . . > > Do I take the total and have 'em haul it off? > Do I have it towed to a recommended shop for an estimate? > Anyone else dealt with this before? > > HELP ! ! ! ! > > -Drew > '90 GL "Blackbeard" (Life Support) > |
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