Originally Posted by
Stephen_B
would the fact its the last of the old shape (52 plate worth about 2500) make a difference, or would it still be written off?
Lets say its worth 2500
The repair will be likely to come to well over a grand at an insurance approved body shop. £60 per hour labour plus paint and materials.
Changing a rear quarter aint a quick job.
Whereas for 300ish hundred quid a small body shop should be able to do something with it.
Possible pull it and fill it or cut a section of a scrap/damadged car and stitch it in and make good then paint
I would advise having it doen private as your not going to lose your no claims bunus.If you do claim and they write it off you have to deduct the excess. The bastard will try and tell you it aint worth owt and you have all the hassle of being without a car and trying to find a new one.