So I got rear ended yesterday in my 2017 Mazda 6. Last time this car was wrecked (into) right after I bought it, they replaced a small piece between the hood and grill and used an oem part (not at fault for that wreck, it was parked…). I’m not at fault for this wreck either (I was stopped at an intersection and ran into from behind) but they’re telling me only aftermarket parts not as my car isn’t new anymore.
1- I’m not at fault. My insurance will initially pay for the repairs but will seek reimbursement for the car, the deductible, and the medical. Should I be able to demand oem parts if any parts are needed?
2-are bumper covers repairable? I know they need to have a certain amount of flex and give to them. My body man friend said as long as it isn’t cracked it’s repairable. He said aftermarket bumper cover fit is absolutely garbage. I’d rather repair my oem cover if it’s actually a good repair. I’ll attach pictures, it’s hard to see but my concerns are that if they fill the indents from license plate hitting me, will that eventually crack and fall out? And the lip where my trunk closes into has bumped up from being smashed. Is that repairable in any way?
My insurance is about impossible to talk to. I tried to talk to them as I waited for police (as the person ran away at first, then returned, my first call was to the police). Insurance called me on my way home, though, and told me I can call or text anytime. When I call, their automated system prompts me to text them. I text them and…Well I haven’t gotten a response all morning …so just seeking opinions from those more familiar with body work and insurance than I may be.
1- I’m not at fault. My insurance will initially pay for the repairs but will seek reimbursement for the car, the deductible, and the medical. Should I be able to demand oem parts if any parts are needed?
2-are bumper covers repairable? I know they need to have a certain amount of flex and give to them. My body man friend said as long as it isn’t cracked it’s repairable. He said aftermarket bumper cover fit is absolutely garbage. I’d rather repair my oem cover if it’s actually a good repair. I’ll attach pictures, it’s hard to see but my concerns are that if they fill the indents from license plate hitting me, will that eventually crack and fall out? And the lip where my trunk closes into has bumped up from being smashed. Is that repairable in any way?
My insurance is about impossible to talk to. I tried to talk to them as I waited for police (as the person ran away at first, then returned, my first call was to the police). Insurance called me on my way home, though, and told me I can call or text anytime. When I call, their automated system prompts me to text them. I text them and…Well I haven’t gotten a response all morning …so just seeking opinions from those more familiar with body work and insurance than I may be.
