Looking for comments and advice on this.
Someone had backed into Volvo Boys ’95 turbo whilst parked at work. Kind of a strange hit. Kind of a strange imprint too. Would the bumper push in about 3” to allow the damage to the boot lid like this?
Option 1
I have two estimates, one for $2500 and another for $2800 with a $250 deductible. The price of the lid is listed at $1382.57, two new lights, new emblems (no “Turbo” on a ’95) at $35.00, new? bumper cover at $361.88, new? tail light at $130.17, plus paint and labor, misc.
The estimator will look at the car on Tuesday but I talked to an Allstate estimator in an informal manner to get an idea of what they would typically do. Used hood, probably one used tail light, no emblems, no paint feathering, and get this, a ReConditioned Bumper Cover.
Option 2
I’ll have to have a heart to heart chat with my agent to find out what will happen to my ins rates. I have no idea right now how much trunk hood would cost, a light $60.00, bumper cover??? and painting??? I think I can get the parts, do the labor and get the lid painted for all for under $500. Not sure right now.
I’m wondering if there is anything to watch out for like the bumper support or the lid hinge. There is a slight deformation on the lid at the hinge attachment.
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Tom F. Three 940s. '93 T-Rex now running. Mods, RainX. Lien holder on two more (the kid's). Rust In Pieces, '78 245
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