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Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by ross, Mar 18, 2005.

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  1. ross

    ross Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #1 ross, Mar 18, 2005
    ok. so the repairs are:
    - new lock/ignition set
    - 2 small dents to wing and door
    - 2 inch scratch around lock
    - torn rubber around window
    - torn rubber joint (that fits around door frame)
    - small rip to leather console


    and the envelope please....$7062.60

    frankly this is ridiculous.
    the insurance comapny is insisting on ferrari garage and labor. if it were just me paying, i would take it to a reputable independent garage and get it all done for $2k...am pretty sure.
     
  2. Kds

    Kds F1 World Champ

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    #2 Kds, Mar 18, 2005
    Ross......

    At resale time you'd be a lot happier if the repair bill for the damage was from the franchised F-dealer......as opposed to "Joe's Garage".....don't you think ?

    I know what you are getting at......insurance company overkill causes premiums to go up.......it's a "Damocles Sword" to be sure......
     
  3. ross

    ross Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #3 ross, Mar 18, 2005
    well you are right and wrong. if i can help it, i will never sell this car so re-sale doesnt enter my calculation. on the other hand, at least this way i will have ultimate recourse if something doesnt fit just right.

    my guess is that the insurance company will balk at the rubber joints and the leather scratches coz they are pretty minor.....but that will still leave the total in excess of $4-5k.
     
  4. ross

    ross Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #4 ross, Mar 19, 2005
    oh and i just realized they took my ferrari cap too! is there no shame !?
     
  5. Ingenere

    Ingenere F1 Veteran
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    #5 Ingenere, Mar 19, 2005
    I have alot of cars. The few times that I have needed body work. My insurance company has always insisted on the blank check approach with the Fcars. With the other stuff.......boy can they be penny pinchers!
     

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