What is the Total Loss Threshold for Damaged Cars in Ohio?
Filed under: Auto Dealerships, Body Shop, Insurance Companies, Ohio
What’s the rule of thumb on deciding whether to repair or total a car?
My Mom was just in an accident with a 9 year old car. I’m looking for something like “if damages exceed ___% of value, you shouldn’t repair.” Should I go by trade-in value, private party sale or suggested retail?
I’m certain body shops would say fix the car at any price and car dealers will say “junk it” and buy another car. I don’t trust the advice of either. The car was previously mine so I have a sentimental attachment to it, but I want to be smart about this, too. What’s the rule of thumb on deciding whether or not to fix a car?
Kim
Portsmouth, OH
Frame Damage Contributes to Diminished Value
Filed under: Body Shop, Diminished Value, Frame, Insurance Companies, Original Equipment (OEM), Salvage Parts, Third Party Claims, West Virginia
Cell Phone Use Not Illegal While Driving In Ohio
Filed under: Cell Phone, IIHS, Ohio, State Specific Information, West Virginia
Which States Have Laws That Support Diminished Value?
Filed under: Diminished Value, First Party Claims, Insurance Companies, State Farm, State Specific Information, Third Party Claims, West Virginia
Auto Insurance Adjuster Blatantly Lies to Third Party Claimant
GAP Insurance - Is GAP Necessary on Auto Loans and Leases?
Filed under: Auto Dealerships, Auto Leasing, Auto Loans, GAP Insurance, Ohio
Are Aftermarket Parts Installed With Auto Manufacturer’s Approval?
Filed under: Aftermarket Parts, Auto Dealerships, Auto Manufacturers, Kentucky, Original Equipment (OEM), Recalls, State Specific Information, Toyota, Wheel Alignment
Auto Dealer to Dissatisfied Consumer, “You’re too Picky!”
Filed under: Auto Dealerships, Auto Manufacturers, Lemon Laws, Nissan, Ohio, State Specific Information
Some Auto Dealers Suggest More Service Than Cars Need
Filed under: Auto Dealerships, Auto Manufacturers, Auto Parts, Battery, Kentucky, Toyota
Auto Insurance Company Not Paying All It Owes to Claimant
Filed under: Insurance Companies, Ohio, State Specific Information, Third Party Claims

