i got hit-HELP!!

Cunnos

She was like Pakistani or something and she kept mumbling. As soon as i saw it i ran across the parking lot and witnessed her trying to get out--i.e-scraping my car and ruining the entire left side. I banged on her trunk and started swearing.....she got out and mumbled a bunch of stuff and then i had to walk away for a second as I kinda went into shock......afterwards I had to jump in my car and back it out, the noise was TERRIBLE!!!!! then i was inspecting the damage i noticed my mirror was scratched and she comes over and goes "i didnt hit that part"......i flipped you know what.......i then got all her insurance info and took off......its kinda ridiculous how stupid people are.........its like u hit a car, confess up to it, apologize, and then offer to pay.......i cant wait to see what happens tomorrow when i call my insurance.......im not paying one single cent for this.....they better pay teh deductible too

gumpy

In Aus you wouldn't pay anything for this repair... not sure how your system works but...

man such bad luck... i can't believe it... just looking at the photos was like taking a punch to the stomach... i seriously don't know how you didn't people's elbow that lady... I keep a maglite in my car... it would done some damage... I'm in shock...

They better fix it properly...

Cunnos

To be honest i was in shock, i just couldnt believe someone could actually do this.....Her husband showed up and was like "we could settle this outside the insurance companies, and i was like dude they only made like 900 of these, its a 40th anniversary with special paint..it going to cost you a lot of money" he then was like well it doesnt look that bad.......thats when i grabbed his registration papers and had to walk away.......friggin stupid people

kannibul

Smart man, havign dealt with people from the middle east, you made the smart move. Not speaking or all of them, but EVERY SINGLE ONE of them I've dealt with would give you a dollar figure that sounds reasonable, then later say they didn't say that, and would adjust the number to less than that amount, then adjust it again, and again...to the point where they are just insulting you over and over...

Go through your insurance. It's obviously a collision claim, and the resonsible party should pay for it...

And, watch...they won't have insurance.

ChrisSlicks

Fortunately insurance is mandatory for registration in his state. Both cars have MA plates. If it was a NH plate then I would be concerned as that is an insurance optional state.

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kannibul

As it is in my state and my former state...but that doesn't stop people from not paying after they get their registration, thus cancelling the policy...

AMCPacer

Don't mean to be a geography nazi, but did the TS say the woman was Pakistani? I don't believe Pakistan is part of the Middle East.

To the TS, sorry to see that happen to your car.

v8zracer260z

Correction Pakistan borders Iran which I belive qualifies and the Middle east

v8zracer260z

Dude sorry to see the damage to your car. What the shop has found is called supplemental damages which occurs most collision repairs other than very minor damage. As for selecting a body shop do your homework on selecting a shop. I have been managing body shops for over 15 years and have over 25 years in the bussiness. Unfortunately the last place you should go is where the insurance company sends you. These shops often give discounts and concessions to the insurance company to recieve their work. This is only good for the insurance company and not the body shop. The body shop must then cut corners, buy cheaper materials, hire cheaper techs, ect in order to counter the dicounts they offer the insurance company. This does not lead to quality repairs.
As for going to where the dealership reccomends this is usually a better choice because the dealership has there reputation at stake and if they refer a lousy shop the customer will remember when it comes time to buy a new car. Reguardless ask around and ask to see work they have done and inspect the facility. I have found that body shops that are clean and we kept generally do better work. It is a matter of taking pride in your work and what you do. The best shops I've seen have been small Mom & Pop shops because they put their name on every job. In your case insist on brand new OEM parts as your car is so new. Generally most insurance companies will do this for cars less than 1 year old and with less than 12,000 miles. You can still insist if you are a claimant (not your insurance company) as your car had original parts on it before the accident which was caused from their client.
Also make sure the shop offers a Lifetime guarantee on their repairs as sometimes it can take months or years for problems to occur. Such as rust from improper welding or damage from a water leak to develop. When the repairs are complete inspect the car very carefully as it is easier to correct any problems before the car leaves the shop. If problems are found get with the owner or manager and arrange for this to be fixed before you pick up the car or return your rental (Always inspect the repair before turning in the rental car or they may not put you back in one).
As for inspecting the repairs you the first thing to look for is color match and the texture of the paint. It must be consistant with the panels that were not repaired. This is often refered to as orange peel and most cars have some degree of it in the paint. Next check for panel alignment making sure gaps are even and straight. Now look down the sides using reflections to see and minor defects fron repaired areas not fixed properly. At the same time look for die back/ Sanding scratches under the paint (these appear as Blotchy or hazy areas where the top coat of paint was applied before the primer had fully cured). Nor open the hood doors and liftgate and check for paint edges in the jambs. Also check for loose missing or incorrect fastners. Look for part decals that were not removed from new parts. Under the hood look for emissions and other decals that need to be replaced. If major panels have been replaced the shop should have replaced the vin decals (only a few manufacture allow this) or provide you with the old ones cut from the original damaged parts. Now make sure the doors other panels open and close properly with minimal effort and no unusual noises.
Last test drive the car and listen for noises. If you had suspension work done check for any alignment issues (pulling, wandering, or excessive drifting), Vibrations (caused from damaged wheels, Debris inside wheel, or improper balancing). Check the air conditioning, radio, lights and any other electrical sysems affected from the collision.
Now back a the shop before you sign over the insurance check look over copies of the invoices to make sure they agree with what the insurace estimate says. Make sure you get copies of any frame print out and parts invoices and a copy of the shops Guarantee. Hopefully this will help you thru a difficult time. Unfortunately no matter how well the shop does the repairs you will still know that the car has been hit but at least you can make shur it was repaired correctly.
Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.

Hope this helps
Rick

AMCPacer

You may be correct, but it depends on the traditional classification vs. some more modern ones. I stand corrected if I'm wrong.

ChrisSlicks

That is just crazy. I don't know how that lady got a license but it needs to be revoked! How do you run up the whole length of the car like that and not notice?

Anyway, here in Massachusetts you don't have to pay any deductible if it is proven that the other driver is at fault. Furthermore if you are parked (even illegally) and your vehicle is hit then the other driver is automatically at fault. The photographic evidence helps confirm everything, so good move on that.

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flashburn

Okay, after reading this, I definitely would've lost it. I probably would of beat her face in. @ myself.