Hello,I sadly read your story.I’ve been an auto body tech for 40 years.Provided that the damage is confined to a light scrape with the black tire leaving a mark,the estimate is far from fair.The tire mark can be removed with some light polishing or probably by wiping it with a mild solvent such as lighter […]
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Hello,I sadly read your story.I’ve been an auto body tech for 40 years.Provided that the damage is confined to a light scrape with the black tire leaving a mark,the estimate is far from fair.The tire mark can be removed with some light polishing or probably by wiping it with a mild solvent such as lighter fluid.
I’ve seen this situation many times before.It’s a classic case of the owner or the repair shop taking advantage of the situation.As it stands now,there are things you can still do about it.First,call your insurance agent and discuss this.There may be laws in your state regarding your liability,especially if you live in a no-fault state.Secondly,let the owner know you believe the estimate may be inflated.Even if they take it somewhere else,the next estimate will probably be as bad.
Insist that the damage be appraised by an impartial party before making any agreements to pay this out of your own pocket.
Don’t let them intimidate you in to falling for this.Tell them you asked the opinion of someone in the business and they told you the bumper doesn’t need to come off,the mark can be spot painted and blended to match,and it shouldn’t cost more than $150.
Good luck with this.Take your time and find out your rights,you don’t need to do anything for a few days.
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