Hi Folks,
I was on my way to the shop today when some @#$%^&# went straight into the back of me. I got winded in the impact and bruising to my legs, otherwise unhurt. The driver and passenger of the other car made off before I was helped to the side of the road.
Damage can be seen - got worried when smoke started to rise from the boot...the battery got fried in the collision I think.
So this being my first big accident, I'm not sure what my options are in terms of repair. I'm not sure if there is damage to the chassis yet but there are two prongs that stick out in the area that has taken the damage.
I really wouldn't want a car with significant damage back as I'm worried about potential problems and resale. I have gap insurance, but afraid of such a large claim would affect my premiums.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks
I was on my way to the shop today when some @#$%^&# went straight into the back of me. I got winded in the impact and bruising to my legs, otherwise unhurt. The driver and passenger of the other car made off before I was helped to the side of the road.
Damage can be seen - got worried when smoke started to rise from the boot...the battery got fried in the collision I think.
So this being my first big accident, I'm not sure what my options are in terms of repair. I'm not sure if there is damage to the chassis yet but there are two prongs that stick out in the area that has taken the damage.
I really wouldn't want a car with significant damage back as I'm worried about potential problems and resale. I have gap insurance, but afraid of such a large claim would affect my premiums.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks