I was rear ended and the Drivers side rear corner was slammed. New Quarter panel and rear body panel, Bumper , hatch, and repair both side doors. When I picked it up the rear wiper was cleaning my license plate the first time I used it. Then I noticed some scratches in the spoiler that the shop took off and re-installed. I took it back. Then a month later the rear bumper was separating from the quarter panel, Took it back again. So I took it to the car wash. Now I see the paint does not match, Bumper is chipping where the over tightened it to the quarter panel, and the gaps are all off, I told my Insurance guy and he is talking to the shop. I think they have a redo on their hands. I would rather have them just buy it off me and get into a new car. I told the Insurance I did not want it fixed. Anyone know the laws regarding Auto Body Repairs gone wrong?
I am seeing Red , Orange, and Red. The top of the Hatch does not match the factory Red on the Roof & Spoiler.
I told the Insurance I did not want it fixed. Anyone know the laws regarding Unfortunately, The insurance company decides whether to repair it or total it. They already spent 10K on it. The repair shop has to re-do it for free, or almost free. So it is in the interest of the insurance company to repair it. You may have some protection under your State law.
Was it done through the recommendation shop the ins prefer you to go to? If so, the shop will have to fix to your preference. If not, then most likely you have to handle the issues with the shop on your own. This is my own experience that I went through... GL on the outcome.
It was done at a Insurance Approved repair shop, Both the Insurance Co & the shop guarantee the repairs as log as I own it. I am just pissed because it was in the shop 45+ days the first time. I am now looking at more rental on their dime. It just kills my driving experience. I am also having pride of ownership withdrawals.
Just trade it in and get a Honda :-( I would at least see if the numbers work out. No matter what you will never be satisfied. Think about talking to the insurance adjuster about diminished value claim. Although not sure if that is allowed in your state. Diminished value - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Diminished Value: The biggest secret in the insurance industry | Online Auto Appraisals | Services
Be critical of your paint not matching when you pick it up. Nothing like having different shades of paint...
I have an attorney that lives a couple houses down from me. Nice guy other than the fact that he's an "Attorney" No offense to attorneys out there. Well, okay maybe a little but still. He was in an accident and his car was 2 years old. He managed to get a brand new car out of it and his car was no where near the damage your car suffered. He claimed something about diminished value and something about it no longer being an accident free vehicle. He somehow proved that the car would now be more likely to fail and resale was ruined. Not sure exactly but he managed a new car. I can ask if you want.
What was the name of the repair shop you went to? You are in Cal, you had your choice of any shop you want! Like the above poster noted, when you get rear ended, an Accident Attorney is a must, specifically for reasons like this! It may be too late, but the first call is free, call somebody and see if you have any options!
Diminished value is reconized by most Insurance companys if you are a 3 rd party. If you are a Insured then you are subject to the policy language and most policies do not allow for it. I am under my own coverage as it was a hit & run. Because I am with one of the better Insurance carriers they will pay to make the car right. It is just a shame that the shop I cannot mention did such a poor job. I have an appointment with a different shop on my Insurance carriers list and they will take a crack at getting it right.
I bought this car because I had to take a job that is a 90 mile a day commute. I planed on driving the wheels off it. I have always enjoyed cars, this is not a car to enjoy but serves a perpose. Now that it has been blasted and rebuilt. It has lost the illuison of being a fun driving machine. It is now just an commuter car for me. (sigh
