Your auto policy terms and conditions statement should spell out their parts replacement policy. Not uncommon for them to state use of used, reman and CAPA certified parts can be used at "their" discretion. A lot insurance policies are offering separate riders at addition cost if OEM parts are to be specified rather than aftermarket or used.True, I just don’t know if the insurance company is going to try and claim that it only costs $2800 and that’s all they are paying. Not to mention they quoted used and aftermarket parts. I am probably ok with aftermarket but no way in hell I’m putting used parts on a 6 month old truck.
Are you suggesting the OP not disclose to potential buyers that the truck has been wrecked?2800 is a joke. You cannot appraise a car off photos unless it is a bumper scuff. I hope the hell it wasn't my company. They are pushing more and more the "easy estimate" and have adjusters with no experience in the field writing them. Let the shop work with them. I am sure they have had to deal with this before with the ridiculously low estimates.I am assuming at 13500 that the frame did not have to be replaced which is good. If you have the means, get rid of the truck as soon as it fixed. It takes a month or 2 for anything to hit carfax. If you are having it fixed at a Jeep dealer it would be easier to trade and not take much of a hit. How can the dealer say it has lost value when they are promising to bring the vehicle back to OEM standards. They will just put it on the used lot and sell it as is and not certified. They will however be able to give a clear carfax because that is the first thing they will do as they know about the delay. Good luck with the process. I know it is a pain.
True, I just don’t know if the insurance company is going to try and claim that it only costs $2800 and that’s all they are paying. Not to mention they quoted used and aftermarket parts. I am probably ok with aftermarket but no way in hell I’m putting used parts on a 6 month old truck.
Agree here. Only way you might come out on top is get it repaired w OEM parts, fight hard to get a diminished value ( issue with this is they will drag is out, thus making your vehicle worth less when trading it in because the car fax will then be there) and then trade it into a dealer. Don’t screw someone private party buyer... the dealer has the chance to do their educated due diligence with their in house shop.2800 is a joke. You cannot appraise a car off photos unless it is a bumper scuff. I hope the hell it wasn't my company. They are pushing more and more the "easy estimate" and have adjusters with no experience in the field writing them. Let the shop work with them. I am sure they have had to deal with this before with the ridiculously low estimates.I am assuming at 13500 that the frame did not have to be replaced which is good. If you have the means, get rid of the truck as soon as it fixed. It takes a month or 2 for anything to hit carfax. If you are having it fixed at a Jeep dealer it would be easier to trade and not take much of a hit. How can the dealer say it has lost value when they are promising to bring the vehicle back to OEM standards. They will just put it on the used lot and sell it as is and not certified. They will however be able to give a clear carfax because that is the first thing they will do as they know about the delay. Good luck with the process. I know it is a pain.
I think this may be a state by state thing.True, I just don’t know if the insurance company is going to try and claim that it only costs $2800 and that’s all they are paying. Not to mention they quoted used and aftermarket parts. I am probably ok with aftermarket but no way in hell I’m putting used parts on a 6 month old truck.
The dealer will know but probably won't tell. They could wholesale it out and have someone else deal with it. Buyer beware. That is why i would never buy used.Are you suggesting the OP not disclose to potential buyers that the truck has been wrecked?
Lying about a wrecked vehicle doesn't sound legit to me, owner or dealer. I suggest to the OP to dismiss your advise and be honest with any future transactions regarding his repaired vehicle.The dealer will know but probably won't tell. They could wholesale it out and have someone else deal with it. Buyer beware. That is why i would never buy used.
I would go with the used as it is OEM. The truck hasn't been out that long to have bad used parts out there.Aftermarket is where you have most of the problems with fit. They will pay,just keep on them. Let your shop do the footwork for you. They have the experience in the game. See if they can part price match the aftermarket to OEM. Aftermarket takes away so much business from the dealers that they will some times match the cheaper price to make the sale. As someone already mentioned, you policy probably states they use lkq,aftermarket parts. You can by law, put OEM parts on the car, but the insurance doesn't have to pay that. I thought it was the other persons fault. Why aren't you going through there insurance or did they do the 70-30 crap, partial negligence.
Oh its not legit and I don't like it either. It happens every day. I have seen new vehicles dropped off the trailer and repaired by a body shop and sold as new. I think there is a certain amount they can go up to before they have to tell you. Varies by state. It is a nasty business. Not all are like that Dash, but most are. I am not saying the OP has to lie,the dealership will know about the damage. Down the line , someone will lie about this vehicle. How about not lie but leave out information. Again,i don't like it, i couldn't do it myself,but it is the lure of profit.Lying about a wrecked vehicle doesn't sound legit to me, owner or dealer. I suggest to the OP to dismiss your advise and be honest with any future transactions regarding his repaired vehicle.