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Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member
Username: Jimpo1
Post Number: 730
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2002 - 2:07 pm: | |
Other than the fact that Seans car is a Lotus, no. |
Mitch Alsup (Mitch_alsup)
Junior Member
Username: Mitch_alsup
Post Number: 142
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2002 - 2:05 pm: | |
Is there a reason NOT to take the car back to the Ferrari dealer? |
Sean Ruckel (Sruckel)
Junior Member
Username: Sruckel
Post Number: 64
Registered: 10-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2002 - 3:44 pm: | |
Thanks, I go in for an estimate on Friday. They said I can take it where ever I want, but I need to get an initial estimate and then we can negotiate the final cost within reason.
I was told to take it to John Eagle, which I believe is the Aston Martin dealer. I assume the paint shop there realizes I expect something better than if they were spraying a 10 year old Hyundai. I'll keep my fingers crossed. |
William Huber (Solipsist)
Member
Username: Solipsist
Post Number: 351
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2002 - 3:10 pm: | |
Yes. you can choose who ever you want to fix your car. It's Texas law. Here's a copy of a form, I hope this helps. Please contact me for any questions.
Required Notice to Insurance Claimants For
Motor Vehicle Repairs
Mailing Address TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE By law, you have the right to select where your motor vehicle is repaired and the parts used for repairs. However, an insurance company is not required to pay more than a reasonable amount for such repairs & parts. Your rights regarding motor vehicle repairs are explained in the insurance code, ARTICLE 5.07 - 1. Printed on the reverse side of this notice or attached to this notice. If the company for the damage insures you, your rights are explained in more detail in your insurance policy.
If you have any questions about your motor vehicle repair rights, contact the Texas Department of Insurance at:
Telephone: 1-800-252-3439
Mailing Address Texas Department of Insurance
P.O.BOX 149091
AUSTIN, TX 78714-9091
Fax number 512-475-1771
Web Address www.tdi.state.tx.us
LAW REQUIRES THIS NOTICE. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN ADMISSION LIABILTY BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY.
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Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member
Username: Jimpo1
Post Number: 727
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2002 - 2:29 pm: | |
If it's their fault, I think you get to pick. I have no idea where to take it though. |
Sean Ruckel (Sruckel)
Junior Member
Username: Sruckel
Post Number: 63
Registered: 10-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2002 - 11:32 am: | |
What's the concensus here for the best paint shops in the DFW area? Unfortunately, I just had someone swipe the backend of the Lotus with their SUV's grill guard and I am waiting for their insurance to call me back on where to take it. I would rather choose the place myself because I don't plan on going to something like Maaco. Although, since they are paying, I assume they will try to push one of their partner shops on to me. Any names/numbers would be appreciated. |
BobD (Bobd)
Member
Username: Bobd
Post Number: 612
Registered: 3-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, September 01, 2002 - 1:34 pm: | |
Pete, I believe Bob Smith in Gainesville is one of the best in the area... at least that's what I hear. I'm surprised you had trouble with Stuart's... they do a lot of hi end stuff. Have you discussed your dissatisfaction with them? For what you paid, they should stand behind their work.
I had some minor road rash removed from my 328 bumber by a place called German Technologies in the mid-cities. He had just completed an F40 before he worked on mine... only works on hi end vehicles (Porsche, MB, etc). Dan Butts at 817.540.0712.
Good luck! But I'd still try to negotiate with Stuart's if I were you.
Bob |
Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator
Username: Rob328gts
Post Number: 2023
Registered: 12-2000
| | Posted on Sunday, September 01, 2002 - 12:20 pm: | |
Check with BobD on here, he had someone do the front end of his 328 and it's just perfect. |
Jim E (Jimpo1)
Member
Username: Jimpo1
Post Number: 700
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, September 01, 2002 - 11:49 am: | |
Call James at Norwoods, see if he can suggest someone. |
Peter Allen Dysert II (Peterd)
New member
Username: Peterd
Post Number: 1
Registered: 9-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, September 01, 2002 - 11:12 am: | |
I have a 2002 Modena, Fly Yellow with less than 300 miles. Two weeks after I received it, the car received some minor damage to the rear driver quarter panel. Mainly a scratch, no real body damage. Anyway I took the car to the body shop suggested by Ferrari of Dallas, Stuarts Paint and Body. In my opinion they have failed to match the paint and I am very dissatisfied. At this stage I am trying to decide where to take or send the car. Surely there is someone in Texas that does great work, especially matching the factory paint job and is attentive to details. I would also consider transporting the car to someone else if there is a nationally recognized place that has a great reputation in fixing this type of issue. I welcome your suggestions.
Thanks, Pete |