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Owned my prius less than 90 days and in an accident

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by Mobalized, Oct 16, 2013.

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  1. JMD

    JMD 2012 Prius 4 Solar Roof

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    Geico in California says by law you can go to any body shop and they warranty for 90 days only but if you go to a Geico authorized shop you get a life time warranty.
     
    #61 JMD, Oct 18, 2013
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    The next problem I know I am going to run into is that they will not 100% match the paint since it's pearl white. I can almost guarantee it. So I'm going to end up with half a car that doesn't match.
     
    #62 Mobalized, Oct 19, 2013
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    A real good painter can match the factory finish. Don't accept anything else.

    Mike ;-)

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    #63 WE0H, Oct 19, 2013
  4. JMD

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    Inspect the car during the daytime. A common trick is they call at dusk and you show up late at night. If your unhappy let them know and the adjuster
     
    #64 JMD, Oct 20, 2013
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    Do not even contact the other insurance company without a lawyer...
     
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    Take it only to a Toyota certified repair shop. They have the paint codes. Also, That car has to be 100% before it goes back on the road so do not go to any repair shop only go to Toyota to have the repairs done. If the Insurance company disputes then make sure your lawyer is aware of this.
     
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    Any body shop can order paint. Dupont seems to be the leader. The paint code is on an emblem on the car. The car is fairly new so blending paint should not be an issue. Blizzard white has a metal metallic so hopefully you get a good paint technician and he blends good which means he has a decent paint gun. The dealer is used to the car and may do a better job but any reputable shop can paint just as well. Just hang in there and be patient. It will all work out in the end
     
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    Car got towed to a body shop that was recommended by a Toyota dealer. They guarantee work for the life you own the car. And I had to file a personal injury claim with my insurance and will be going to a urgent care to get my neck and back checked out.
     
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    Glad you are well and ok. I truly hope it all works out in your favor.

    Here is an article I found that is good info:

    No Need To Get Bent Out Of Shape If Vehicle Is In An Accident
     
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    ZOMG call the president! We need a body shop@!!
     
    #70 michinnom, Oct 22, 2013
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    So sorry to hear that...!
     
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    Best not to call the president he would just throw a wrench in the spokes and bring it to a grinding hault
     
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    Shop just called and let me know that they discovered more damage, the bill is now around 10,500
     
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    Geez wonder if that is it or more to come.
     
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    It looks like they are going to need to cut the left rear section out of the chassis and weld in a new one as it is crushed so much.

    Mike

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    The sad part is the car is spanking brand new. All cars have some faults with time. My car is 13 months old and it has a few scratches. I just had some tree sap removed and the bird droppings ate into the clear coat.
     
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    I can just imagine when I go to sell or trade in "uh ya it was a little accident only 10 thousand in damage, nothing too bad" lol. That's only what 2/3 of the way to totaled?
     
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    I know the feeling. I purchased a BMW in 2005 and after 2 years some lady rear ended me. The damage was about 9 grand. Both air bags deployed. I kept the car and the body shop did a good job. I sold thar car after 7 years and over 100,000 miles and I got blue book excellent value for it.

    In many cases this is just another example of fate. In the end it all works out
     
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    My car still looks like the day I took delivery ;)

    Mike

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    #79 WE0H, Oct 25, 2013
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    Ya mine too if you close one eye and only look at the right side and location.
     
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