Did I just total my car?

Whiteshadow · 12-09-2006, 10:36 PM

Hey guys, just wondering what a ballpark figure would be to repair this car at the body shop?

I was travelling along today in Des Moines, IA when a guy travelling in the opposite direction turned right in front of me, causing me to drill him in the right side. All parties OK, but his car is definitely a loss. I am not sure what to think about my car, the bags never went off (wondering why?) the bumper support is bent back, but the radiator somehow missed the collision. It looks like it was just the right front of the car.

Anyways, what are your thoughts?

Balew · 12-09-2006, 11:13 PM

I can't give you an estimate but I'd say it's not totaled. I hope the other guy was cited and has insurance. Good luck.

pickinfights · 12-10-2006, 12:44 AM

As for the airbags. I heard that there are two pressure points on the front end that both have to be depressed to activate the bags. Sorry about your ride man looks totaled to me.

6QTS11OZ · 12-10-2006, 12:55 AM

If the frame isn't bent I doubt it will be totalled. Plus the amount of damage compared to the value of the car will determine if the car is totalled but it doesn't look like it's enough damage for the insurance company to total it. I guess until it's looked at by your insurance adjuster we won't know. Good luck getting it repaired or replaced.

pickinfights · 12-10-2006, 10:47 AM

The more I look at the pic the less it looks totaled.

Good 2 go · 12-10-2006, 11:11 AM

It prolly isn't totaled, but it's painful to see damage like that on a goat. Get that baby fixed good!

socal gto · 12-10-2006, 11:44 AM

Looks like a good time to say you had on the front sap kit and an 05 hood.

GTO JUDGE · 12-10-2006, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by socal gto

Looks like a good time to say you had on the front sap kit and an 05 hood.

If you try frauding the Insurance Co. be prepared for the ramifications should you get caught.

KC.MO.GTO · 12-10-2006, 12:27 PM

The car is not to bad actually I would say for certain that the insuarance company will fix it rather than total it

My guess on the cost would be around $6,000

Black Devil · 12-10-2006, 01:53 PM

Damn man. Hope you are OK. Sorry to hear of this problem That car is fixable though. Did it still aim straight? It looks like alot of cosmetic. I will have to assume the lower frame member is damaged, and the radiator support wil need replacement.