I need sympathy (car accident)

elmz · 03-04-2010, 02:04 PM

They didn't ask me when I traded mine in. I also had it appraised at Carmax prior to going to the dealer(they asked though), and I told them the truth, its been in 2 accidents(drivers side rear corner panel replaced, and front bumper cover replaced) so I could get an idea of what it's worth. Carmax also gave me a free Carfax, but that came back with a clean title, no accidents or repairs recorded.

I assume the dealer will do the same, they'll run a Carfax or something similar with or without your consent. Honestly, if they don't ask, I wouldn't tell.

By looking at the picture, it looks like there could be some frame damage based on how your right tail light is bulging out of its socket. As an FYI, Carmax told me that when my rear corner panel was replaced, that is considered frame damage. I don't know if there is any truth in that, but I hope it helps. Hopefully that's not the case for you.
Sorry about your accident, I hope things workout for you. Keep us posted.

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03-04-2010, 02:04 PM	#28 (permalink)
elmz Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 674 Drives: 2014 Porsche Boxster Rep Power: 19	They didn't ask me when I traded mine in. I also had it appraised at Carmax prior to going to the dealer(they asked though), and I told them the truth, its been in 2 accidents(drivers side rear corner panel replaced, and front bumper cover replaced) so I could get an idea of what it's worth. Carmax also gave me a free Carfax, but that came back with a clean title, no accidents or repairs recorded. I assume the dealer will do the same, they'll run a Carfax or something similar with or without your consent. Honestly, if they don't ask, I wouldn't tell. By looking at the picture, it looks like there could be some frame damage based on how your right tail light is bulging out of its socket. As an FYI, Carmax told me that when my rear corner panel was replaced, that is considered frame damage. I don't know if there is any truth in that, but I hope it helps. Hopefully that's not the case for you. Sorry about your accident, I hope things workout for you. Keep us posted.