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quote:Originally posted by tangerinedream1845
... it always seams the one that you like the most always gets the shaft ...
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ehehehehehe...hopefully!
This whole ordeal sounds messed up.
First, federal law requires high-accident areas to be fixed, starting with the highest dollar-damage areas. If this area is a death trap, then your DOT is negligent and continues to knowingly endanger the public. I would bring this to the insurance company's attention, as well as whatever local safety department, state insurance commissioner, etc.
Second, how much was the car worth before the accident? I believe that if the cost of repairs exceeds a certain percentage (like 80%) of the value of the vehicle, it is considered totalled. Check your policy and local laws. Next time, make sure it is totalled.
Either way, you may want to consider taking the cash, buying a new PT, and hock the old one. We all know that a car just "ain't right" after an accident, no matter how much time is spent on repairs. Why spend $9K+ on something that is messed up and could never hold value? Seriously spend some time doing calculations and weiging all of your options.
Also, if your insurance company also provides loans, run that by them.
That's a bummer that happened, life can be the big SUCK sometimes, but be happy with how you handle it. Keep us posted and good luck!