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Any way to fix this headlight without replacing the whole thing? I’m thinking of getting a new headlight cover and projector lens but I don’t know what projector lens is the correct one for this vehicle.
2015 SL400 (M276 Turbo), 2014 C350 Sport (M276 NA), 2004 SL500 (M113), 2004 Audi TT225 (BEA)
I don't know what insurance you have, but my insurance considers hitting an animal NOT the driver's fault and is covered under Comprehensive, which usually has a lower deductible. You should check.
You also want to read the "fine print" of your policy. There is usually something about reporting all damage, even if you don't file a claim. Otherwise, any future claim may be denied.
Unless you have had many accidents and have a horrible driving record, your premiums should not increase because you hit a deer. Unless YOU took a baseball bat and smashed the headlight on purpose, your rates should not be affected. If they are, then maybe you need to find a better insurance company.
Also, I'm not calling you out, but where is the fur and other damage to the hood and/or fender? An insurance adjuster is going to ask. Maybe bite the bullet and mortgage your house to buy a new headlight.
I don't know what insurance you have, but my insurance considers hitting an animal NOT the driver's fault and is covered under Comprehensive, which usually has a lower deductible. You should check.
You also want to read the "fine print" of your policy. There is usually something about reporting all damage, even if you don't file a claim. Otherwise, any future claim may be denied.
Unless you have had many accidents and have a horrible driving record, your premiums should not increase because you hit a deer. Unless YOU took a baseball bat and smashed the headlight on purpose, your rates should not be affected. If they are, then maybe you need to find a better insurance company.
Also, I'm not calling you out, but where is the fur and other damage to the hood and/or fender? An insurance adjuster is going to ask. Maybe bite the bullet and mortgage your house to buy a new headlight.
Good points were made here, thank you. Here is how it looked the night of the accident including the damaged fender.
2015 SL400 (M276 Turbo), 2014 C350 Sport (M276 NA), 2004 SL500 (M113), 2004 Audi TT225 (BEA)
Originally Posted by tommyboy987
My windshield is tinted so I’m kinda worried.
Do you mean extra tint added? Or a replacement windshield with a tint? Generally, tinting windshields post sale is not advised anyway. Unless it was damaged, as well, I'm not sure what relevance it has. What insurance company do you have? I know the little lizard company can be a real nanny when it comes to any kind of modification.
Out of curiosity years ago, I checked with GEICO to compare rates. One of the questions they asked was if I had a radar detector. When I answered "yes" they immediately denied me a policy, even with radar detectors being legal in 48 states, as if I were some kind of criminal.
In California windows tinting has been "legalized"... so ppl tint windshields!
no longer police enforceable!!
> FREEDOM GONE WILD:
Now lunatics can cross streets where they like and stoned drivers smash them down for organ donation.
What an amazin' progress to help jack up insurance costs
Last edited by CaliBenzDriver; 06-29-2024 at 04:02 PM.
2015 SL400 (M276 Turbo), 2014 C350 Sport (M276 NA), 2004 SL500 (M113), 2004 Audi TT225 (BEA)
Originally Posted by CaliBenzDriver
In California windows tinting has been "legalized"... so ppl tint windshields!
no longer police enforceable!!
> FREEDOM GONE WILD:
Now lunatics can cross streets where they like and stoned drivers smash them down for organ donation.
What an amazin' progress to help jack up insurance costs
What is really scary is that your lovely governor is a serious contender after Thursday’s night debacle.
You are right to be concerned about the windshield tint. From the picture you posted it looks like the front tint is extremely dark and if an insurance adjuster comes out and sees that on the vehicle they might deem it your fault for having it as to compromise your forward view. Imo front windshield tints are just an accident waiting to happen especially under ambient low light conditions.
2015 SL400 (M276 Turbo), 2014 C350 Sport (M276 NA), 2004 SL500 (M113), 2004 Audi TT225 (BEA)
I did not notice the windshield tint, thinking it was just the lighting when the picture was taken. But on second look, you may have problems, especially if you have one of those insurance companies that find any way they can not to pay out.
I would get the tint removed regardless since it does affect low light visibility. And on closer inspection, your bumper, hood, and/or fender are misaligned. It also looks like you are leaking fluid. Have you checked for other damage. This is gonna be an expensive repair. Get the tinting off and file a claim unless you have several thousands you want to pay out of your own pocket. Remember, unreported damage could also give reason for your insurance company to drop your coverage -- read the terms of your policy. (Also hope your adjuster doesn't see this thread.)
Any way to fix this headlight without replacing the whole thing? I’m thinking of getting a new headlight cover and projector lens but I don’t know what projector lens is the correct one for this vehicle.
I might say your best option is to get one from a junk yard and have it reprogrammed for the car, that's likely a 2-3k part and repair at the dealer,
06-28-2024, 05:01 PM
