Matt,

This is an invaluable resource:

http://gerry.vanagon.com/files/auto-insurance-madness.html

> Date:    Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:23:05 -0700
> From:    Matt Drew <t3vanagon@GMAIL.COM>
>
>
> Adjuster just came.
>
> This sucks. Based in part on the prices of similar vehicles for sale in the
> area (and this is Vegas, so good luck with that) the value of Blackbeard is
> $2,649.
> Cost to repair (minus the radiator, because he couldn't actually get to the
> radiator to look at it) is $4,500.
>
> Total labor per his report is over 22 hours.
>
> Even with the additional value given the new (<75,000 mi.) engine, the
> massive number of hours PLUS parts is just too much.
>
> Alright.
> Never been through this before.
> Aside from the new damage, Blackbeard is in FANTASTIC condition.
> Interior is very clean. Cruise works great. Power mirrors, windows, door
> locks, AC (needs to be replaced though), and the OEM carpet covers are even
> in good shape.
> No rips/tears. . .
>
> Do I take the total and have 'em haul it off?
> Do I have it towed to a recommended shop for an estimate?
> Anyone else dealt with this before?
>
> HELP ! ! ! !
>
> -Drew
> '90 GL "Blackbeard" (Life Support)
>