I have pics of wifes wrecked E500 need a host.
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Originally Posted by ToyCollector
Sorry to hear about the incident and fortunately only loss to the car mostly. Main thing is wife and passenger are OK. Car held up very well. I notice all the windows are down, is that something the Es do after impact strong enough to deply airbags?
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Damn Im glad your wife and her friend are ok. It looks like that was a very serious accident. I hope they just total the car and give you a new one, doesnt look to me like a car i would want to drive after being repaired.
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Originally Posted by 04E500
What is nano paint??
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Originally Posted by BklynBenz
thats a dumb question
Why? Who else uses Nano paint? I suppose that just plain old clear coat can be used but it won't be hard coated.
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Originally Posted by BudC
Why? Who else uses Nano paint? I suppose that just plain old clear coat can be used but it won't be hard coated.
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Originally Posted by BklynBenz
i think the paint and clear coat is one of the last things on his mind.
BTW, where are you located in Brooklyn (neighborhood)? How about fazooley? Curious, I relocated in ’92.
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WoW!! I am happy to hear your wife and friend are fine considering the impact. The E definitely saved the day for what could have ended up with more serious results had it been another car.
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04e500:
I was in a similar accident back in February '04 with my '03 e500. It was a 25mph impact against a 'raised' pick-up truck..
..missed my bumper.. engine absorbed the impact.. insurance company, Geico, totalled the car.
Here are the pics:
If the pics don't show, then here's a quick link: Wrecked '03 e500
I was in a similar accident back in February '04 with my '03 e500. It was a 25mph impact against a 'raised' pick-up truck..
..missed my bumper.. engine absorbed the impact.. insurance company, Geico, totalled the car.
Here are the pics:
If the pics don't show, then here's a quick link: Wrecked '03 e500
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Originally Posted by BklynBenz
thats a dumb question
The red E500 looks like it took more of a hit to the engine then this black one, but these accidents look stunningly similar.
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Thank all of you for your well wishes. My wife is still sore and is seeing her regular physician today to address her neck pain. She is still sore in several areas but she is getting around fine. Our friend is still very sore as well and continues to struggle a bit with her left knee/leg so we're continuing to watch her and pray for her.
We are certainly lobbying to have the car totalled and the paint issue is one of many topics we will be discussing in the coming week in hopes of totalling this car and replacing it with a new one. The car simply cannot be returned to its factory condition and it would be foolish to think the car, after being repaired, would function at its factory original level.
There is no doubt in my mind that not one of us on this board would purchase this car for anything more than salvage if given the opportunity. I very sincerely appreciate any information that you have or would share regarding this issue.
We are certainly lobbying to have the car totalled and the paint issue is one of many topics we will be discussing in the coming week in hopes of totalling this car and replacing it with a new one. The car simply cannot be returned to its factory condition and it would be foolish to think the car, after being repaired, would function at its factory original level.
There is no doubt in my mind that not one of us on this board would purchase this car for anything more than salvage if given the opportunity. I very sincerely appreciate any information that you have or would share regarding this issue.
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Update, the estimate has come back at 27,500 before they get into the structure. We guestimate the actual repairs will easily exceed 30,000 as they were going to perform the engine mechanicals themselves
I saw the engine today and I am again at complete odds with the collision center. Two cast pieces were sheared, the harmonic balancer is damaged and they have not even bothered to have a Mercedes technician look over the car.
We are hoping that State Farm will realize that the collision center is selling them a bill of goods and realize the car cannot be restored.
We talked to our dealership who confirmed the car could never be starmarked and that they would not even take the car in on trade if they had an option.
This is really a hassle.
I saw the engine today and I am again at complete odds with the collision center. Two cast pieces were sheared, the harmonic balancer is damaged and they have not even bothered to have a Mercedes technician look over the car.
We are hoping that State Farm will realize that the collision center is selling them a bill of goods and realize the car cannot be restored.
We talked to our dealership who confirmed the car could never be starmarked and that they would not even take the car in on trade if they had an option.
This is really a hassle.
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Originally Posted by 04E500
We talked to our dealership who confirmed the car could never be starmarked and that they would not even take the car in on trade if they had an option.
(1) Comparative negligence. AZ law says it’s possible that one person might not be completely at fault when something goes wrong (i.e.: contributed slightly to the accident due to improper lookout). When it comes time to settle, less than 100% reimbursement might be offered because the other driver’s insurance company determines a percentage was your fault even if the police report makes it clear who was at fault. For instance, they might say she didn’t properly anticipate the other driver loosing control and coming into your lane. This can be appealed through the other driver’s insurance company. If that doesn’t work, refuse its settlement offer and file a claim with your own insurance company.
(2) Diminished value. It’s not a bonus, it’s what you deserve. Your vehicle is damaged and repaired. Even though the repairs are perfect, you have a problem. When you go to sell your car, the potential buyer is going to ask you if it’s ever been in an accident. When you say yes, they’re going to think twice about buying your car. The accident diminished the value of your car. The tough part is figuring out how much. Everyone has a different formula. It could be 25% of the repair bill, or 10% to 20% of the value of the vehicle. Biggest problem, insurance companies stall. The companies claim not to know about diminished value. Remember, you can’t get diminished from your own insurance company. Quote a court case called Farmer’s Insurance Co. of AZ vs. R.B.I. Investment Co. It’s one of many cases that established your right to diminished value in our state.
Hope this helps. Best of luck.
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Originally Posted by konigstiger
FYI (just in case):
(1) Comparative negligence. AZ law says it’s possible that one person might not be completely at fault when something goes wrong (i.e.: contributed slightly to the accident due to improper lookout). When it comes time to settle, less than 100% reimbursement might be offered because the other driver’s insurance company determines a percentage was your fault even if the police report makes it clear who was at fault. For instance, they might say she didn’t properly anticipate the other driver loosing control and coming into your lane. This can be appealed through the other driver’s insurance company. If that doesn’t work, refuse its settlement offer and file a claim with your own insurance company.
(2) Diminished value. It’s not a bonus, it’s what you deserve. Your vehicle is damaged and repaired. Even though the repairs are perfect, you have a problem. When you go to sell your car, the potential buyer is going to ask you if it’s ever been in an accident. When you say yes, they’re going to think twice about buying your car. The accident diminished the value of your car. The tough part is figuring out how much. Everyone has a different formula. It could be 25% of the repair bill, or 10% to 20% of the value of the vehicle. Biggest problem, insurance companies stall. The companies claim not to know about diminished value. Remember, you can’t get diminished from your own insurance company. Quote a court case called Farmer’s Insurance Co. of AZ vs. R.B.I. Investment Co. It’s one of many cases that established your right to diminished value in our state.
Hope this helps. Best of luck.
(1) Comparative negligence. AZ law says it’s possible that one person might not be completely at fault when something goes wrong (i.e.: contributed slightly to the accident due to improper lookout). When it comes time to settle, less than 100% reimbursement might be offered because the other driver’s insurance company determines a percentage was your fault even if the police report makes it clear who was at fault. For instance, they might say she didn’t properly anticipate the other driver loosing control and coming into your lane. This can be appealed through the other driver’s insurance company. If that doesn’t work, refuse its settlement offer and file a claim with your own insurance company.
(2) Diminished value. It’s not a bonus, it’s what you deserve. Your vehicle is damaged and repaired. Even though the repairs are perfect, you have a problem. When you go to sell your car, the potential buyer is going to ask you if it’s ever been in an accident. When you say yes, they’re going to think twice about buying your car. The accident diminished the value of your car. The tough part is figuring out how much. Everyone has a different formula. It could be 25% of the repair bill, or 10% to 20% of the value of the vehicle. Biggest problem, insurance companies stall. The companies claim not to know about diminished value. Remember, you can’t get diminished from your own insurance company. Quote a court case called Farmer’s Insurance Co. of AZ vs. R.B.I. Investment Co. It’s one of many cases that established your right to diminished value in our state.
Hope this helps. Best of luck.
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sell the car to middle east (you might have a good chance to get a good amount of money back) and buy a new one! I wouldnt drive a car which has been in an accident before...
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Hopefully your worries will be groundless and the car 'wrote off'. I would point out that ALL damaged parts would have to be replaced with new fittings.
The 'nano' issue is also very valid. You purchased a vehicle with this new paint technology, that's what you wanted!!!! and that is what you got. It is highly unlikely that this paint would be used in any repair. That car has done 'its duty' and sadly should now be put to rest.
Thankfully an awful lot of the 50mph impact must have been absorbed by the offending vehicle. You must be so pleased that your wife is relatively uninjured, and hopefully the discomfort that your wife is experiencing is only short term and she soon puts this awful experience behind her.
Regards,
John
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The 'nano' issue is also very valid. You purchased a vehicle with this new paint technology, that's what you wanted!!!! and that is what you got. It is highly unlikely that this paint would be used in any repair. That car has done 'its duty' and sadly should now be put to rest.
Thankfully an awful lot of the 50mph impact must have been absorbed by the offending vehicle. You must be so pleased that your wife is relatively uninjured, and hopefully the discomfort that your wife is experiencing is only short term and she soon puts this awful experience behind her.
Regards,
John
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Thanks John. I couldn't agree more. We are thrilled with the crash performance of the car and will replace it with another E-class. We know whats important and hope the insurer will come around. I have penned out a letter outlining the damage stating that the cars' safety, reliability and value have been irrevocably compromised.
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Originally Posted by glojo
The 'nano' issue is also very valid. You purchased a vehicle with this new paint technology, that's what you wanted!!!! and that is what you got. It is highly unlikely that this paint would be used in any repair. That car has done 'its duty' and sadly should now be put to rest.
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Diminshed value on my 99 E430
My wife was crashed into by an 18 Year old in a former Police cruiser Crown Vic. Basic insurance and I had to fight to get my car totaled. I used the following company for the Diminshed Value service they offered. Real nice complete report and well worth the money as I did collect after a brief volley of lawyer letters. Thankfully the lawyer is a close family member and treated it is if it was his own car case. Below is the link of the company I used.
http://www.vehicle-info.com/
Well worth it in my case. They are fully independent of the insurance companies and are regularly referred to in Body shop trade magazines and auto insurance trade magazines.
Randy
http://www.vehicle-info.com/
Well worth it in my case. They are fully independent of the insurance companies and are regularly referred to in Body shop trade magazines and auto insurance trade magazines.
Randy
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Originally Posted by Randy B
I had to fight to get my car totaled. I used the following company for the Diminshed Value service they offered.
Best wishes,
John
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Originally Posted by glojo
I am very pleased to hear that common sense prevailed. Could you possibly explain what a 'Diminished Value Service' means please?
Best wishes,
John
Best wishes,
John
They are a company that values your car from before the crash and that re-values your car post crash assuming all the repairs are done to a factory fit. If the car cannot be brought back to a factory fit then they take that into consideration as well, and give you a value based on current market conditions of your vehicle if you were to try and sell it after the repairs have taken place. This is your current market value. The difference between the two is your diminshed value.
Randy