How do you settle a fender bender?

How do you settle a fender bender?

How to settle without insurance

1. Always exchange contact information with the other drivers.
2. Get a record of the damage.
3. Obtain a police report.
4. Get quotes from more than one mechanic for damages.
5. Keep a paper trail.
6. Draft a legally binding agreement when you settle.

How do you deal with a minor fender bender?

Here are some things to keep in mind if you are involved in a fender bender:

1. Stop. First and foremost, stop the car.
2. Call the police. Once you’ve pulled over to the side of the road, call 911 and report the accident.
3. Take pictures.
4. Exchange information.
5. Don’t say too much.
6. Call your insurance provider.

Can a minor fender bender conceal serious problems?

Even minor fender benders can cause more serious underlying problems to your car that may not show up until later. And when those issues finally present themselves, repairs can be costly. Whenever your vehicle sustains body damage that’s more than paint scratches it’s wise to have it inspected at a collision repair shop.

What happens to your car after a Fender Bender?

A crooked frame can also prevent your car from absorbing impact in a more serious accident that you may be involved in down the line. A common problem after an impact from the rear — even a small one — is damage to the exhaust pipe.

Do you have to pay for a Fender Bender?

However, before going the pay-it-yourself route, you should confirm whether the estimate of the damage is accurate. Repairing the damage from even a minor fender bender can be pricier than many car owners expect. If you trust a local auto body shop, get a written repair estimate and discuss whether anything can cause the cost to increase.

What happens if you file a Fender Bender claim?

Filing a claim generally causes your insurance premium to increase. However, before going the pay-it-yourself route, you should confirm whether the estimate of the damage is accurate. Repairing the damage from even a minor fender bender can be pricier than many car owners expect.

Can a Fender Bender be no big deal?

In the scheme of things, a fender bender doesn’t feel like a major issue, so when you assess the damage it’s easy to think that it could have been so much worse and move on. At Zingani Collision, we’ve evaluated too many cars that have been in fender benders to dismiss them as no big deal.

Filing a claim generally causes your insurance premium to increase. However, before going the pay-it-yourself route, you should confirm whether the estimate of the damage is accurate. Repairing the damage from even a minor fender bender can be pricier than many car owners expect.

When to take your car to the mechanic after a Fender Bender?

If the check engine light comes on following a fender bender, it is imperative that you take your car to a mechanic. Your insurance company likely will not cover damage that has worsened by your failure to have it repaired promptly.

When to call the police for a Fender Bender?

You don’t have to call the police to get a report unless someone is injured or killed, or unless the property damage is worth more than $1,000.