KIA Rio 2008 - Car a write off. Help needed | Technical matters | Back Room Forum

What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks

Sun 17 Nov 2019 10:43

KIA Rio 2008 - Car a write off. Help needed - Stephen Downs

Hello all,

My wife was hit by a car and now the front drivers side wheel leans in at the top. Also when wheels are straight the steering wheel is at 2 o'clock.

The insurance company had offered £1455 for a settlement. However, if I keep the car and source repair they give me £1000. I don't know what to do, as I am without a car. Shall I go for a repair or accept full amount and look for another car?

Not sure how to post pictures. I would say the wheel leans in about an inch

Thanks

Edited by Stephen Downs on 17/11/2019 at 10:48

Reply | Report as offensive | Link

Sun 17 Nov 2019 10:58

KIA Rio 2008 - Car a write off. Help needed - Falkirk Bairn

Take it to 2 x bodyshop & ask a price for fixing it.

Do the arithmetic and make-up you mind

You would be writing a blank cheque if you have not got an estimate to fix - some suspension parts needed can be inexpensive - a steering rack on the other hand are pricey.

Reply | Report as offensive | Link

Sun 17 Nov 2019 11:10

KIA Rio 2008 - Car a write off. Help needed - elekie&a/c doctor

Looks like the car could have some serious suspension damage , possible chassis out of alignment. Take the money and look for something else.

Reply | Report as offensive | Link

Related questions

Is an MoT needed for insurance purposes

Our estate car was classed as a category D write-off. We have had it repaired at our own expense (two new N/S doors and the rear wheel arch repaired) and are now claiming off the third party's insurance....

Can my insurer write my car off if I don't make a claim?

I have a bit of an odd scenario. My car was parked on a slight incline and the handbrake must not have applied enough as 20 minutes later it had rolled down the slight hill and crashed into a wall. The...

My son has received a county court summons for writing off someone's car - how can he avoid a CCJ?

My son had a small collision in November 2017, causing minor damage to both vehicles invloved. He admitted liability at the scene as it was clearly his fault (he pulled out of a layby but did not spot...

My low value car was damaged and I need to claim for repairs, but how do I stop it being written off?

My 2007 Skoda Superb, which I use drive as a taxi, was hit by a car. It's damaged near the back door and rear panel near the sill. The sill is badly dented, but the door closes and locks. It probably needs...

Ask Honest John

Sell Your Car

Real MPG

Fuel Calculator