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4422 messages,  Last post on Dec 04, 2009 at 6:46 PM

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Re: Getting a written report from Insurance company [Mr_Shiftright] by veki
Jun 01, 2009 (7:21 am)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 01, 2009 6:11 am)

Hi,
Thanks for taking the time to reply to my query. Appreciate it much.
I did some research myself on a replacement car of the same make, model, features and I found that I will be paying some extra money from my pocket apart from the settlement that I will get from my insurance.
 
I too share your concerns w.r.t hiring an appraiser.
 
I called the state insurance commission and they too opined that the insurance company can put their decision in writing. They also mentioned that I could open a complaint online for them to review this further....
 
I will talk to the manager once and see where it takes.... In the current environment, I don't have the time or energy to drag this further with the insurance company.
 
Thanks again,
Veki
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Re: Getting a written report from Insurance company [veki] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jun 01, 2009 (8:18 am)
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Replying to: veki (Jun 01, 2009 7:21 am)

Well this unfortunately is sometimes your only option with insurance companies---you either invest time and money to achieve a better settlement or you roll over and take what they give you. If you'd like, you can post the exact year make model options and condition of your vehicle, and what they offered you, and I'd be glad to make a guess as to whether it was reasonably fair or not.
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Re: Getting a written report from Insurance company [Mr_Shiftright] by veki
Jun 01, 2009 (8:48 am)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 01, 2009 8:18 am)

Hi,
You are right. At this moment, I have too many other things happening and am finding this to be draining me already.
 
Thanks for offering to review the details. Here is my car information. I have copied most of it from their list.
1999 Toyota Camry LE, 4 Cyl, 4 Door sedan with 113042 miles, I am the only owner.
 
Automatic Transmission AT Standard
Overdrive OD Standard
Power Steering PS Standard
Power Brakes PB Standard
Power Windows PW Standard
Power Locks PL Standard
Power Mirrors PM Standard
 
Air Conditioning AC Standard
Rear Defogger RD Standard
Intermittent Wipers IW Standard
Tilt Wheel TW Standard
Cruise Control CC Standard
Keyless Entry KE
Console/Storage CN Standard
Console armrest
 
Seating
Cloth Seats CS Standard
Bucket Seats BS Standard
 
Radio
AM Radio AM Standard
FM Radio FM Standard
Stereo ST Standard
Cassette CA Standard
CD Player CD
 
Wheels
Full Wheel Covers FC Standard
 
Safety/Brakes
Drivers Side Air Bag AG Standard
Passenger Air Bag RG Standard
Alarm TD
Anti-Lock Brakes (4) ABS
4-Wheel Disc Brakes DB Reported
 
Exterior/Paint/Glass
Clearcoat Paint IP
Metallic Paint MP
Body Side Moldings BN Standard
Dual Mirrors DM Standard
 
Interior is good, minor paint spots in the exterior. Insurance esimtates total adjustments for such as $52.
 
Cash value offered for the car 5400
Tax 324 + title 60
Final settlement amount : $5784.00
 
Let me know if you need any additional details.
 
Thanks again,
VeKi
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Re: Getting a written report from Insurance company [veki] by Mr_Shiftright HOST
Jun 01, 2009 (8:58 am)
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Replying to: veki (Jun 01, 2009 8:48 am)

IMO the settlement is fair.
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Re: Getting a written report from Insurance company [veki] by dtownfb
Jun 01, 2009 (9:10 am)
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Replying to: veki (Jun 01, 2009 8:48 am)

Try Edmunds Used Car Appraiser: http://www.edmunds.com/used/1999/toyota/camry/11436/options.html
 
I ran the Used Car Appraiser with the information you provided and it appears the insurance company is giving you a good deal. In looking at the listings from the dealers, the prices are higher but remember that is only the list price not the actual selling price.
 
I would do a search on 1999 Camry for sale in your area. Print these out and try to get your insurance company to come up a bit.
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Re: Getting a written report from Insurance company [dtownfb] by veki
Jun 01, 2009 (11:28 am)
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Replying to: dtownfb (Jun 01, 2009 9:10 am)

Hi Shiftright and dtownfb,
Thanks for helping me out on this one with your constructive feedback. Appreciate your time. I checked the link you provided and agree with your assessment.
I will close this without any further ado/dragging.
 
Thanks again,
VeKi
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Insurance for foreign driver by diegoelvis
Jun 29, 2009 (7:30 pm)
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Hello. I'm moving to florida. My company is sending me to work there and i'm gonna be for about 3 years.
I'm moving with my wife. We both have our driver licences issued in our country.
We are planning to get our florida driver licence but is going to take about a month for us to settle and you can't live in Miami Metro Area without a car.
Is there any company that will give us insurance? My company is giving me a car, so i think they will take care of my insurance. But i'm gonna buy a car for my wife, and i like to know if it's possible to have an auto insurance for her. No matter how much is gonna cost, we are going to have our florida driver license in one or two months.
Thanks.
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Re: Insurance for foreign driver [diegoelvis] by tidester HOST
Jun 29, 2009 (8:06 pm)
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Replying to: diegoelvis (Jun 29, 2009 7:30 pm)

Unless you have some serious problem with your driving record you shouldn't have any trouble obtaining insurance.
 
tidester, host
SUVs and Smart Shopper
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Re: Insurance for foreign driver [diegoelvis] by euphonium
Jun 29, 2009 (8:59 pm)
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Replying to: diegoelvis (Jun 29, 2009 7:30 pm)

Welcome to the Colonies.
 
One of the items you bring should be insurance records for the last three years..at least your policies presently in force. The Yankee companies can tell by your previous policy a lot of information. The more of the good they know = lower cost.
 
I understand your employer is providing a vehicle for you and they will carry Liability insurance which will cover them, but how about you and your wife? Don't ask, but tell them to add your name and your wife's name to the policy as "Additional Named Insureds". Then you can be sure you & she will be covered when driving the "company" car.
 
If you are not American citizens, expect to pay a little more with any company.
Enjoy your stay.
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here's one to ponder by steve_ HOST
Aug 01, 2009 (7:25 pm)
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From Edmunds Answers, someone's passenger undoes their seatbelt to grab something, and the driver wrecks. Who pays for the medical diagnostic to check out the passenger's head?
 
Steve, visiting host

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