Al Gilson wrote:
>
> Yesterday a moron in a Ford Taurus did a left turn across my lane right in
> front of me. Needless to say, despite all of my best efforts, I smacked
> into him at about 25mph. Damage? Yep. Left front fender, bonnet, left
> front tire, rim and tire. The spooky part is that there is a slight
> crinkle in the driver door by the window and a little wrinkle under the
> bonnet just to the rear of the fuel tank. I'm worried that the pan may be
> bent. No fuel leak, no fire.
>
> We're talking about a 1970 Convertible, new paint, new top, new carpet,
> rebuilt engine, newly chromed original bumpers. None of the body parts
> are aftermarket. I want to save my Bug.
>
> My worry? The other guys insurance company will low ball me and try to
> total my bug and tru to give me just a pittance.
>
> How can I show that this is not just a 34 year old beater and should be
> rebuilt? How can I argue the value with their insurance adjuster?
>
> Help keep a classic on the road. Thanks for your tips.
>
> Al Gilson
> Squished 1970 Convertible
>
> --
> Al Gilson
> Spokane, WA USA
> 1970 VW Convertible
> 1964 Cessna Skyhawk

That's a pretty bad hit.
Don't settle for mere cosmetic repairs.
There is a very good chance that the axle beam is bent
or even the frame head. Now we're talking real money.

Find out what '70 verts are worth on the market.
Bargain from there.
Oh....and wear a neck brace when you meet their adjuster. <g>

Speedy Jim
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