Auto Insurance Question / Recommendations for a Repair Shop near Philadelphia?

[darkshadow1]

Hey everyone, I was wondering if anyone knew of any good/dependable/trustworthy mechanics or auto repair shops in the greater Philadelphia area (close to Conshohocken, if possible). I accidentally hit a parked car while parking (I hit the driver's side front fender, right above the tire...stupid move, I know ), and the estimate came out to be a whopping $700. Since my deductible is $1000, I'm going to just pay him cash, but $700 is a lot for something that seemed pretty minor. So, anyone know of any dependable place that I could get a second quote from?

Edit: While we're at it, someone told me that if the damage is the other car's, then my liability insurance will cover it, and I wouldn't have to pay anything (since there wasn't any damage to my car). I'd call my insurance up directly and ask, but am afraid that they'll raise my rates just because I told them (would this happen?) what happened. So, can anyone help me out here? Thanks!

 

[NutBucket]

That's ridiculous. I was getting some quotes on bodywork on my Accord and to replace the hood and the associated painting was about $900. Take it to at least 2 other places. He might be taking it to the high end shops tho, not sure about that.

 

[Thegonagle]

If you hit somebody and your insurance company pays somebody else for the damage you cause (covered under liability), they don't bill you for the deductible, just so you know.

It's his car, and therefore, his choice of body shop.

 

[NutBucket]

Originally posted by: Garfang

It's his car, and therefore, his choice of body shop.

What kind of car did you hit? I could take my car for a $4000 paint job. Course, its only worth about that much.

 

[darkshadow1]

If you hit somebody and your insurance company pays somebody else for the damage you cause (covered under liability), they don't bill you for the deductible, just so you know.

Yay. Okay I'm going to talk to my insurance people...thanks!