01-22-2011, 06:04 AM
I spoke with the adjuster this evening. Evidently, when they pulled the bumper off, they found more damage that was not evident initially. Also, some parts that they thought could be repaired needed to be replaced. Plus, there was damage on the front end that was not evident initially either.
Amazingly, the first price she gave me was just over $5000. Having low mileage for a 10 year old car helped increase the value by about $800. She is also going to call a couple local Volvo dealers to get their prices for the car, which should help get some more money. I'll know more on Monday or Tuesday. I simply have to turn over the title and they cut me a check.
I think we may end up leasing a new car for a few years (something I've never done before). That way, we can replace it with something we want and still swing the payments for the van.
Amazingly, the first price she gave me was just over $5000. Having low mileage for a 10 year old car helped increase the value by about $800. She is also going to call a couple local Volvo dealers to get their prices for the car, which should help get some more money. I'll know more on Monday or Tuesday. I simply have to turn over the title and they cut me a check.
I think we may end up leasing a new car for a few years (something I've never done before). That way, we can replace it with something we want and still swing the payments for the van.