I Think She's Gone
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I am beyond angry right now. I was enjoying a beautiful day off (60 deg, Blue Skies and perfect weather) going for a drive to do some errands. On my way to a nearby town- an old woman (possibly in her late 80's) was traveling in the opposite direction on a divided highway driving an old Saturn. She decided to turn in front of me without yielding or stopping. Luckily, there were numerous witnesses who completed statements and the driver was cited for Failure To Yield To Right-Of-Way. I was the ONLY car on the road traveling in my direction and tried to avoid her. I swerved to the right and thought she slowed down and as I was almost around her- she accelerated quickly. I am an very compassionate person so I am concerned for her well-being but the anger I feel is immense. 
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When my old S class was nailed, that was a bit of a wake up call for me. It doesn't matter how good of a driver you are... all it takes is being in the wrong place at the wrong time, and all that money will go down the drain. It's a real risk everybody on here should be aware of. Especially if you're dropping coin on a car that's not even paid off yet
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Not trying to justify the lady hitting the OP, but cars aren't an investment. I know you (and a lot of other people) have custom work in your car (work that makes the car unique, why you love your car). That is money you'll never get back; insurance companies don't give a crap about those upgrades
When my old S class was nailed, that was a bit of a wake up call for me. It doesn't matter how good of a driver you are... all it takes is being in the wrong place at the wrong time, and all that money will go down the drain. It's a real risk everybody on here should be aware of. Especially if you're dropping coin on a car that's not even paid off yet
When my old S class was nailed, that was a bit of a wake up call for me. It doesn't matter how good of a driver you are... all it takes is being in the wrong place at the wrong time, and all that money will go down the drain. It's a real risk everybody on here should be aware of. Especially if you're dropping coin on a car that's not even paid off yet
As for insurance, it depends. There's aftermarket part insurance you can put on and I keep all my receipts so that I can claim value on those mods.
Either way, we're all glad that no lives were lost as that's the one insurance claim no one likes to cash in on...
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I'm pretty sure those of us who make the choice to mod our cars know that it's a depreciating game we play, but it's a hobby that we enjoy. We get our return in investment from the little smile that creeps up the edge of our lips every time we see our cars as we're enthusiasts at heart.
As for insurance, it depends. There's aftermarket part insurance you can put on and I keep all my receipts so that I can claim value on those mods.
As for insurance, it depends. There's aftermarket part insurance you can put on and I keep all my receipts so that I can claim value on those mods.
I put a lot of TLC into my car which is why I got so angry when it was destroyed. But at the same time, dumping that much into a car was a bad idea on my part. I never thought it was a bad idea until it happened, which is my point I guess. Sh*t happens unfortunately, it's not like the insurance company made you upgrade your car, so (playing devil's advocate here), why should they have to pay for unnecessary upgrades
The aftermarket part insurance you mention is a pretty cool idea. You'd still have to sue the person to get them to pay your deductible, but that provides a great way to cover yourself. What companies offer that? (just curious)
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Good thing you are okay but effects of soft tissue damage usually pops out after two to three days so make sure when you feel anything funny go see your doctor. Lawyer up is also something you need to do if you got hurt to protect yourself from the blood sucking insurance companies.
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