Didn't Even Make it 24 Hrs... :~(

[Jabba954]

Picked her up 8pm last night. 5pm today, driving home, involved in a 3 car collision. Van hit a VW that was behind me, and slammed into my bumper. Ugh. Banged up the bumper, the diffuser, and the carbon fiber trim.

And the driver who caused the accident didn't have valid insurance or registration. Fortunately, he was on the job and had the company logo plastered on the side. So I have someone to sue if necessary. Ugh.

18476

[BJG32]

That really sucks!

Anybody ever go for diminished value compensation successfully?

[1of1TA1.0]

I haven't personally gone for Diminished but a buddy has twice. It's a real pain in the ass but I would say worth it in this situation. I'm so sorry for the OP, I have been waiting to see pics of the car once you received it. That had to be the most sick feeling, I feel sick thinking about how you must feel.

[PTP]

:mad: That really sucks.

[Space Truckin]

BTDT, good luck wth insurance...

[repiV]

Man that sucks!! How does he drive a company vehicle and it not have a valid registration or insurance??

[Jabba954]

Man that sucks!! How does he drive a company vehicle and it not have a valid registration or insurance??

I think it is all good, after talking to the company and the CHP - they just didn't have the paperwork in the van. It's a decent sized company, now that I've done some research online, so I'm sure they'll sort it out.

[Newport Viper]

Sorry Man! Hope all works out. :(

[Boba Fett]

damn that blows man-good luck with everything!

[USCDOC]

I'm so sorry. Go for diminished value. I think it depends what state you are in.

[Jabba954]

I'm so sorry. Go for diminished value. I think it depends what state you are in.

California is a diminished value state. Not sure how much, but it ought to be significant in this case, as it's based on the expected price before and after.

[Viper Guy]

Picked her up 8pm last night. 5pm today, driving home, involved in a 3 car collision. Van hit a VW that was behind me, and slammed into my bumper. Ugh. Banged up the bumper, the diffuser, and the carbon fiber trim.

And the driver who caused the accident didn't have valid insurance or registration. Fortunately, he was on the job and had the company logo plastered on the side. So I have someone to sue if necessary. Ugh.

18476

I'm so sorry this happened, and with in 24 hours. Wow! I can't imagine how you feel.

Chris -

[mikesax]

What a shitty way to start the holiday weekend!! I'm sure it will all work out fine-still SUCKS though!! Hope she's back in pristine condition soon!!

[ViperJon]

Everybody's new car nightmare. Best of luck getting it sorted out.

[Topplayer]

wow, really sorry. Worst thing that could have happened.

[ViperSmith]

ugh man that fucking sucks

i can't even imagine that wait and then that

A few people have Prefix's contact info to get it repaired as it should look

[SSGNRDZ_28]

Oh man, definitely need to look into haveing insurance cover a Prefix repair if at all possible, maybe ship them the body panels? Hopefully replacement parts are available. Sorry to hear, sucks after waiting for the car for months and having to have it repaired immediately.

[bluesrt]

you better check your 15k rear air diffuser really good a nicks

[Jdmuscle]

Oh man... I'm very sorry for this. Too many scum bags out there uninsured yet irresponsible. hopefully you get this sorted out.

[Uranium235]

With respect to diminished value:

I've done it twice, once successfully, once not so much. It has a lot to do with extensive the damage was and what the car is worth. When my truck was T-boned, it caused frame damage and the insurance company paid diminished value - it was a hassle, but they did eventually pay. However, my 2015 Porsche was rear-ended with only 2000 miles on the clock - it was minor damage, similar to the damage on your car. Diminished value wasn't paid; it's VERY hard to prove value was diminished for an accident so minor.

Matt

[ACR Steve]

damn man I am sorry. I know it doesn't help but it could have been way worse

[Coloviper]

Have the company agree to pay you $$$$ dollars to fix, no insurance, no accident report, hence no disminished value, nothing on the cars record and everyone wins. You may have to sign a waiver to the company removing your right to pursue legal later and even offer to do that. Then get fixed at Prefix yourself. You will be in control the entire time. The company doesn't want a safety related incident in their record as well so they will be more than willing to do that.

That is what I would do and have done in the past on a Porsche vehicle I had when it was minor rear end bumped in a snow storm. Worth a try.

[Ggrrady]

Diminished value claims will have a better chance if the accident will show on Carfax and also depends on what it'll say. Ex: moderate, severe, minor etc.

We got 15k for a Gran Tutismo with damage on both doors. You have to push your insurance carrier as well. I believe you have uninsured motorist so its their reaponsability.

Good luck and i can pull Carfax for you to see what it shows.

[ClayR]

Wow, I feel your pain.

[ClayR]

Tell them you want to send the bumper to Prefix. You would be surprised the damage that occurs in a few mph. I got hit at a light and the Cherokee I was driving had $2500 damage underneath.

[VIPEREPIV]

Seriously, a nightmare comes to mind... feel for you. I know insurance needs estimates, but I'd be in panic mode right now trying to figure out how to hide the damage before the holiday weekend and so on. Are there deep impressions or dings in the parts you mentioned?

[LABrit]

Ah FFS i am sorry to hear that mate... :(

Diminished value isn't always easy but give it a shot.

Josh

[Pappy]

What a bummer. I feel for you. The good news is that the paint is nice and fresh (no fading - easier to match) and the exact same parts that you need for repair are still being built, so with a Prefix repair, your car will be as good as new and you'll never see the damage. Good luck and get it back on the street soon.

Pappy

[Jabba954]

Honestly, I'm not terribly worried/panic'd/pissed. Annoyed, yes. Insurance will take care of it. Prefix will repaint the bumper, and the carbon trim and diffuser will be replaced. Mechanically the car is fine. Trunk still opens/closes perfectly and the gaps/offsets are still good everywhere.

But I'm allowed to come here to bitch about bad luck :~)>

And it's still going to the track on tuesday.

[Pappy]

Honestly, I'm not terribly worried/panic'd/pissed. Annoyed, yes. Insurance will take care of it. Prefix will repaint the bumper, and the carbon trim and diffuser will be replaced. Mechanically the car is fine. Trunk still opens/closes perfectly and the gaps/offsets are still good everywhere.

But I'm allowed to come here to bitch about bad luck :~)>

And it's still going to the track on tuesday.

You've got a lot of driving to do this weekend to get some break-in miles on it before Tuesday. Have fun.

Pappy

[Jabba954]

Just got off the phone with the person's insurance company. They've already accepted responsibility and are now just waiting on me to provide the estimate. And they will pay some diminished value claim, but depends on the estimate.

[VENOM V]

Man that sucks! By the way, if you need the name of a shop that does high end paint work, I had my 2013 Stryker Red repaired by them. Beautiful work, you cannot tell it was repaired. New nose piece, hood and nose piece painted to ensure a perfect blend with the other body panels. Perfect paint match to the tri-step Stryker color, which is no small feat. PM me if you'd like the info.

I tried to have my insurance ship body panels to Prefix, unsuccessfully, They insisted on a local repair. Geico sucks. But in the end, the car looks perfect.

[The_Ruski_Driver]

Just got off the phone with the person's insurance company. They've already accepted responsibility and are now just waiting on me to provide the estimate. And they will pay some diminished value claim, but depends on the estimate.

Nice!!! Good luck sounds like it's headed in the right direction

[ViperSmith]

Honestly, I'm not terribly worried/panic'd/pissed. Annoyed, yes. Insurance will take care of it. Prefix will repaint the bumper, and the carbon trim and diffuser will be replaced. Mechanically the car is fine. Trunk still opens/closes perfectly and the gaps/offsets are still good everywhere.

But I'm allowed to come here to bitch about bad luck :~)>

And it's still going to the track on tuesday.

Could be worse, my 2013 - my father in law backed into it while it was parked in my garage for winter :(

lol

[ACRJUD]

I was fairly compensated for DV when my GTR was hit, it took a lot of work on my side though. Whenever the car is repaired, try to get a buy bid from a dealer. That will tell you the loss. The number will probably make you sick.

[Fatboy 18]

Very sorry to hear your news, Im sure you must be feeling Gutted at the moment but at least you are OK and no one was injured. At least he did not push you into another car!

[Jabba954]

Damage report from the dealer - rear carbon fiber cover, bumper cover, diffuser, and diffuser components. Total, $17K including paint and labor.

[jns681186]

Man I am so sorry......

[Exhlr8n]

Sorry to hear about it, definite bummer. Hope it gets sorted out to your satisfaction. You need to enjoy that beast.

[ViperSmith]

How bad is the CF rear?

[plumcrazy]

better off fixing it out of pocket and moving on. not worth going thru insurance IMO

[Jabba954]

How bad is the CF rear?

Very minor scratches, but through the clear coat.

[Morpar]

Could be worse, my 2013 - my father in law backed into it while it was parked in my garage for winter :(

lol


Did you divorce your wife to disassociate with him? Jk

Don't worry about it, people are dying in the world, just paint and carbon

[$RTtech]

Noooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!

[Viper Granny]

My condolences. I'm already getting nervous myself. I live in south Florida, the geezer capital of the world (I can say that cause I'm one of them even though I DO NOT drive like them). I've got a 2017 ordered and it will probably arrive just in time for snowbird season. Anyway, I sure hope the repair goes as planned and the best of luck to you.

[Crotalidae]

Sorry to see this...as others have said at least no one was injured...

[Special Ed]

better off fixing it out of pocket and moving on. not worth going thru insurance IMO

$17,000.00 out of pocket and move on???? You must have some deeeeep pockets. I'd drop the "plum" off your name and just call you crazy.

[Purple Haze]

Sorry guy that sucks...When I drive mine I'm trying to watch carefully but you have to drive too and have fun...Good luck!

[Antonio@CalvoMotorsports]

Ugh I am sorry thats painful to see :(

[ek1]

That really sucks!

Anybody ever go for diminished value compensation successfully?

I did. Took 3 months and I had to hire a company that specializes in DV appraisals and a lawyer to represent me. I ended up paying around $8K for $30K of DV, so it was worth it.

[Jabba954]

ek1 - what company did you hire?

[DanH]

I hope the parts you need are in inventory. The inventory for the viper is very limited. Ask me how I know

[ek1]

ek1 - what company did you hire?

PM sent.