Re: bmw-digest V9 #1713

["Barrie K. Davis" <barrie_davis@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I had a similar accident (in the UK) with my 1986 M535i.  The insurance company
wrote it off and offered me $3500.  I paid for my own assessor and he valued it at
$7500.  The company paid this and refunded the assessor fee!  I bought the remains
back and sold them for $300 profit.  Then bought a 1989 535i sport for the same
money.

So my advice is: get an assessor!.

Barrie K. Davis

Bob McCutcheon wrote

> Last monday I had my 1987 535is crunched in the front end. I was not at
> fault in the accident. The damage included all of the front sheet metal,
> the radiator and the front fenders. The car is defiantly repairable. The
> car was in excellent condition with no rust or body damage. The paint was
> near perfect and the interior was in very good condition. Also the car used
> no oil and ran great. I am having trouble with the insurance company in
> evaluating the car. If any of you have comparable cars and the recent sales
> prices and any problems to look for I would appreciate your input.
>
> Thanks
>
> Bob McCutcheon 87 535is, 83 320i
>
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