Just say no to crack: Even AAA will pay for OEM windshields

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Jan 15, 2010 | 05:03 PM
  #1  
Didn't see much in my cursory searches so just wanted to share some good news on glass replacement.

Got an awful crack on the windshield. Had heard AAA, my insurer, was a pain on that kind of thing. But, called them up and used one of their recommended installers (which had a good reputation on Yelp).

To make a long story short, the shop had to call AAA's special "shop line" to get approval on the OEM glass, but got the approval without a hitch. They did the replacement at my house in less than an hour. First class PPG Solextra with rain sensor and even the tiny little etched Mercedes star - all perfect.

So, don't give up on getting that windshield fixed back to its original condition.
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Jan 15, 2010 | 07:39 PM
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I need mine fixed, I have a large crack on the passenger side that bugs me, but paying $500 for glass that is just cosmetically damaged really does not appeal to me. It's still bugs the hell out of me. I PDR some dents on my car and gave the guy around $200, but door dings kill me, I can live with the crack.
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Jan 16, 2010 | 08:57 AM
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Did the standard deductible apply? Been with AAA for years.
No crack, but the pitting in ours makes it hazardous to see through at times.

Never filed a claim for fear of getting dumped or them jacking our already steep rates - I’m pure profit.
Do make good use their ‘free’ maps though. Especially with COMAND.
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Jan 16, 2010 | 11:36 AM
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Quote: Did the standard deductible apply? Been with AAA for years.
No crack, but the pitting in ours makes it hazardous to see through at times.

Never filed a claim for fear of getting dumped or them jacking our already steep rates - I’m pure profit.
Do make good use their ‘free’ maps though. Especially with COMAND.
Yes, $100 deductible in this case.

I have been thinking exactly the same way and got tired of being such a profit center for them. Too often, those with lots of insurance "use it" the least, huh? And, our rates are high in part due to those who abuse it.
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