- Jul 15, 2001
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A few weeks ago someone ran a stop sign and plowed into my Accord (2002 EX V6). The insurance decided that they would rather total the vehicle instead of repairing it. Today I asked if I could buy it back from them and they said that it would cost ~$1600. They were going to give me ~$5200 after the deductible so if I decided to buy it back I would get around $3700. The police report states that the other driver was at fault so I will eventually get my $750 deductible back. I was going to keep the car if I could get it repaired without paying anything out of pocket, however the owner of the shop that was recommended is out on vacation and I wont be able to get an estimate until next Monday. I really would like to keep the car and drive it as long as I can, before the accident it was in great condition had new brakes, battery, etc. It currently has about 140k milies and I would like to keep it a few more years instead of wasting money on a new car.
Anyone know how they arrive at the $1600 price? Anyone successfully negotiate that price? I felt that the car was worth more than what they were offering but they would not budge on the price.
Anyone know how they arrive at the $1600 price? Anyone successfully negotiate that price? I felt that the car was worth more than what they were offering but they would not budge on the price.