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out of pocket for accident...forgotten expense
Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2007 3:05 am
by 21Rouge
In a parking lot my Pontiac minivan was rear ended by a Honda CRV. After getting a written estimate ($1222.55 cdn) the other driver decided to pay out of pocket. I waited until I was sure the cheque (1222.55) cleared before scheduling the repair. But I forgot to take into account that I would be without the vehicle for 3 full days. If I had gone through insurance I would have had 'free' access to a rental car. Live and learn.
Re: out of pocket for accident...forgotten expense (21Rouge)
Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2007 4:20 am
by Sublimewind
Re: out of pocket for accident...forgotten expense (21Rouge)
Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2007 7:57 am
by keithvibe
Not to mention the deductible you would have to pay out of your pocket to the body shop. so if it cost you less then your deductible to rent a car for three days. You came out a head...
Re: out of pocket for accident...forgotten expense (keithvibe)
Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2007 9:50 pm
by Whelan
Find a friend with a car or rideshare.
Re: out of pocket for accident...forgotten expense (Whelan)
Posted: Fri Aug 10, 2007 5:44 am
by 21Rouge
Quote, originally posted by Whelan »Find a friend with a car or rideshare. Of course. And I do have the Vibe, The point is is that I didnt think it all through when I agreed to accept monies only based on the written estimate.