Write-off Yes or No?

Turb0Surge · 06-07-2012, 04:21 PM

Engine did not move. It looks like the damage was more of a push/ scrape upwards. Idk if they will salvage it but definately light damage and fixable. My 335i was a lot worse and I fixed it.

be1ieve1111 · 06-07-2012, 05:36 PM

Right on the edge. I'd push for it if they come back with a no.

Mleczkowska · 06-09-2012, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Mleczkowska

I appreciate all your assumptions to the outcome.

I'll keep you all posted on the outcome in a few days after the adjuster makes his decision.

The vehicle that was hit was a RAV4. On the merging ramp I shoulder checked to see if any cars were coming. None were insight. I continued merging with the flow and the RAV4 stopped for no reason.

Still no update

drevil2k2 · 06-09-2012, 02:03 PM

Been there, still dealing with it 9 months post accident.

Best to get all the unbiased info first before being pushed down one direction.

Depending where you live in Canada, seek independent appraiser for second opinion and perhaps have him/her at the repair shop to discuss with the insurance appraiser.

Think about where you would like to bring your vehicle for a teardown. You have a choice for example in Ontario to select an auto body shop.

Don't provide any authorization unless it is explicit and in writing (nothing verbal).

PM me if you would like more info.

Good luck!

dreamingat30fps · 06-09-2012, 02:08 PM

My accident was April 11th. I ended up getting my check this week. So that's almost 2 months of waiting. I don't even want to imagine how long it would have taken if they tried to fix it.

Mleczkowska · 06-11-2012, 10:22 PM

So I got a call from the autobody shop and the appraiser deemed the vehicle as a write off.

Thank you everyone for your inputs and support.

Three_thirty_I · 06-12-2012, 04:56 AM

Damm!! That's a pity! But, after just going through refitting my car's front bumper after being resprayed, it is shocking just how little structure there is behind the bumper to the front of the engine. Really is a case of, just don't have an accident! These days cars are designed to be occupant survivable rather than tough and capable of being repaired. And with steep parts prices, especially things like airbags, chances are most cars simply get written off!!

bulldog_yyc · 06-12-2012, 06:04 PM

why all the excitement? Are you not at fault because you rear-ended a car? I doubt the cheque will be large enough to offset the increase in your insurance premiums over time.....

luv135i · 06-12-2012, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by bulldog x6

why all the excitement? Are you not at fault because you rear-ended a car? I doubt the cheque will be large enough to offset the increase in your insurance premiums over time.....

Lol touche

beskone · 06-12-2012, 10:07 PM

Airbags deployed? Write off

Airbags not deployed? 50/50.

glancy · 06-20-2012, 06:12 AM

I have the Same question, had an accident on sunday (17th June) 2012 - im in the UK - my car is/was a 59 Reg 318d m sport - both airbags deployed.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/40799540/photo.JPG

from what i could see under the bonnet, some fluid was leaking - either coolant or screenwash

Any ideas?

Thank for your input in advance

///Mandy · 06-20-2012, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bulldog x6

why all the excitement? Are you not at fault because you rear-ended a car? I doubt the cheque will be large enough to offset the increase in your insurance premiums over time.....

Driver A rear ended Driver B = careless driving charge. I got dinged with that awhile back.

Sucks to hear, hopefully the check was enough for you to get into another one.

Brennan · 06-21-2012, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by glancy

I have the Same question, had an accident on sunday (17th June) 2012 - im in the UK - my car is/was a 59 Reg 318d m sport - both airbags deployed.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/40799540/photo.JPG

from what i could see under the bonnet, some fluid was leaking - either coolant or screenwash

Any ideas?

Thank for your input in advance

definitely a write off, just look at the state of it. I notice there are ambulances in the picture, was there anyone badly hurt?

drevil2k2 · 06-21-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Mleczkowska

So I got a call from the autobody shop and the appraiser deemed the vehicle as a write off.

Thank you everyone for your inputs and support.

Glad to hear it was a write off. Now on to getting fair replacement value.

drevil2k2 · 06-21-2012, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by beskone

Airbags deployed? Write off

Airbags not deployed? 50/50.

I wished I lived in CA instead of Can. Had driver's and side passenger airbags deployed....deemed repairable

glancy · 06-27-2012, 12:19 PM

Im waiting for valuation of it (before crash) from insurance companies 3rd party valuer. They claim they speak to dealers and look on auto trader for a fair price, so in theory i could buy one again...

So if any of you guys wanna voice your opinion on how much you think i should get for a

59 Reg, BMW 318d m Sport (143) 31,500 miles with front and rear PDC and basic bluetooth kit.

Hoping it takes me to high enought amount pay the outstanding amount on the finance plus excess of 350

- lemme know guys....

Brennan · 06-27-2012, 01:21 PM

i would say you'd be lucky to get 10k for it the way things are going

dreamingat30fps · 06-27-2012, 05:45 PM

I don't know about yours but I must say I got a more than fair offer on mine.

06-07-2012, 04:21 PM	#23
Turb0Surge Lieutenant Colonel 105 Rep 1,555 Posts Drives: BLACK e90 335i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lincoln, CA iTrader: (0)	Engine did not move. It looks like the damage was more of a push/ scrape upwards. Idk if they will salvage it but definately light damage and fixable. My 335i was a lot worse and I fixed it.
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06-07-2012, 05:36 PM	#24
be1ieve1111 Thread Killer 21 Rep 930 Posts Drives: 2014 EB M235i Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana iTrader: (9)	Right on the edge. I'd push for it if they come back with a no. __________________ Current: Rhodium Silver Metallic F-Type R Sold: 2006 Midnight Blue Cayman S Sold: 2012 Lightning Red WRX , 2006 Aspen White STi Sold: 2007 MB E92 335i, 2011 BSM E92 335i, 2014 EB M235i
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06-09-2012, 02:03 PM	#26
drevil2k2 Lieutenant 7 Rep 410 Posts Drives: 2019 B9 A4 Join Date: May 2012 Location: GTA iTrader: (4)	Been there, still dealing with it 9 months post accident. Best to get all the unbiased info first before being pushed down one direction. Depending where you live in Canada, seek independent appraiser for second opinion and perhaps have him/her at the repair shop to discuss with the insurance appraiser. Think about where you would like to bring your vehicle for a teardown. You have a choice for example in Ontario to select an auto body shop. Don't provide any authorization unless it is explicit and in writing (nothing verbal). PM me if you would like more info. Good luck! __________________ Organized crime is alive and well: It's called auto insurance
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06-09-2012, 02:08 PM	#27
dreamingat30fps Colonel 5967 Rep 2,025 Posts Drives: Miata, Cayenne, Model 3, F350 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: South Florida & NC iTrader: (1)	My accident was April 11th. I ended up getting my check this week. So that's almost 2 months of waiting. I don't even want to imagine how long it would have taken if they tried to fix it.
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06-11-2012, 10:22 PM	#28
Mleczkowska New Member 1 Rep 6 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	The verdict is in!!! So I got a call from the autobody shop and the appraiser deemed the vehicle as a write off. Thank you everyone for your inputs and support.
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06-12-2012, 04:56 AM	#29
Three_thirty_I Lieutenant Colonel 378 Rep 1,928 Posts Drives: 2010 BMW E90 330i M Sport Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Cape Town, South Africa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 BMW E90 330i M ... [9.63]	Damm!! That's a pity! But, after just going through refitting my car's front bumper after being resprayed, it is shocking just how little structure there is behind the bumper to the front of the engine. Really is a case of, just don't have an accident! These days cars are designed to be occupant survivable rather than tough and capable of being repaired. And with steep parts prices, especially things like airbags, chances are most cars simply get written off!! __________________ 2010 BMW E90 330i M Sport (M) Ex: BMW E90 330i (M) '05 (His) \| (Hers) BMW E46 320i f/l (M) '03
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06-12-2012, 06:04 PM	#30
bulldog_yyc Major General 136 Rep 5,040 Posts Drives: GT3RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: probably work iTrader: (28)	why all the excitement? Are you not at fault because you rear-ended a car? I doubt the cheque will be large enough to offset the increase in your insurance premiums over time.....
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06-12-2012, 10:07 PM	#32
beskone Captain 75 Rep 921 Posts Drives: LeMans BLue e92 335i LCI Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (2) Garage List 2012 e92 335i LCI [0.00] 2009 e92 328i [10.00]	Airbags deployed? Write off Airbags not deployed? 50/50. __________________ e92 LCI • LeMans Blue • Saddle Brown • Bamboo Anthracite • Performance Grilles • CF Performance Spoiler • CF Performance Diffuser • ACS Style Roof Spoiler • LED Interior Lighting • BMS Clutch Stop • BMS Intake • BMS CDV • BMW Performance Exhaust • ST V1 Coilovers • Miro 111 Staggered • More to come!
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06-20-2012, 06:12 AM	#33
glancy Technical Newbie 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 318d M Sport Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Manchester, UK iTrader: (0)	I have the Same question, had an accident on sunday (17th June) 2012 - im in the UK - my car is/was a 59 Reg 318d m sport - both airbags deployed. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/40799540/photo.JPG from what i could see under the bonnet, some fluid was leaking - either coolant or screenwash Any ideas? Thank for your input in advance Last edited by glancy; 06-20-2012 at 06:23 AM..
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06-27-2012, 12:19 PM	#38
glancy Technical Newbie 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: 318d M Sport Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Manchester, UK iTrader: (0)	Im waiting for valuation of it (before crash) from insurance companies 3rd party valuer. They claim they speak to dealers and look on auto trader for a fair price, so in theory i could buy one again... So if any of you guys wanna voice your opinion on how much you think i should get for a 59 Reg, BMW 318d m Sport (143) 31,500 miles with front and rear PDC and basic bluetooth kit. Hoping it takes me to high enought amount pay the outstanding amount on the finance plus excess of 350 - lemme know guys....
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06-27-2012, 01:21 PM	#39
Brennan 'The Godfather' 116 Rep 1,062 Posts Drives: SAAB 9-3 Aero TTiD Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Crossgar, N.Ireland iTrader: (0)	i would say you'd be lucky to get 10k for it the way things are going
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06-27-2012, 05:45 PM	#40
dreamingat30fps Colonel 5967 Rep 2,025 Posts Drives: Miata, Cayenne, Model 3, F350 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: South Florida & NC iTrader: (1)	I don't know about yours but I must say I got a more than fair offer on mine.
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