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I don't want my car written off
My car was recently driven into by a thrd party who admitted responsibility. The damage was minor; rear window and bumper. The car was sent to a garage to be assessed, and an estimate of £1300 made for the repair. My insurance company now informs me that they are writing off the car, as by their assessment the car is worth less than this. My priority is for the car to repaired and back on the road. How do I go about this?
Asked on 17 May 2011 by sandy199120
Answered by
Honest John
Negotiate with the insurer asap to prevent the car being written off and ask what they will give you for you to keep the car and get it repaired yourself.
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