Rebel Randy
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Damn that sucks, sorry to hear...and see. Those pics make me sick.
And go get checked out and don't "suck it up" the pain. This is not the time to be the "strong iron man". Let them know how you are feeling and what you are experiencing. By no means am I saying tell a lie, just be honest as to what is going on. <---the things you are feeling now can change in days/months too; think of of a shock wave and its affects and aftermath. This is sooooo important that you do this asap!!!!Thanks for everyone’s insight and suggestions. The last time I was in a car accident was 30+ years ago. So I don’t have a lot of experience dealing with these things. I have Geico and the adjuster will be here this morning. Afterwards I’ll call an attorney.
Built Ford tough huh? Looks like your Ram made out far better...hope you're both ok and I hope you get back into a rebel asap!
Plus that generation Superduty dates back to 20 years before our Rams came out... Not exactly an apples to apples comparison in safety and crash worthiness... Or value, totaling that truck is way easier than totaling anything from this decade.To be fair, front crash zones on all vehicles will crumple more than rears and look worse. I have no dog in this fight as I’ve owned 3 Fords, 3 Jeeps, and my new Ram.
I rear ended a 2012-2016ish f250 with an s10 going about 7 mph, and his whole bumper caved into his bed and my bumper had a small scuff. I stand by my statement lol. But I do get what you mean. I make the metal for the new fords and I wouldnt buy one. Just sayin!To be fair, front crash zones on all vehicles will crumple more than rears and look worse. I have no dog in this fight as I’ve owned 3 Fords, 3 Jeeps, and my new Ram.
I am attempting to get diminished value now. Had the dealer write up $1000 in value lost on my trade in.Side note for anyone else following. I was rear ended in my Ram but at slow speed at a red light. Damage was right at $2200 and fixed to original condition (new exhaust, new bumper, new hitch, no other damage). I had a lawyer file a diminished value claim an in 2 weeks I had $800 cash in my pocket. No fuss, just let the pros handle it.
I am attempting to get diminished value now. Had the dealer write up $1000 in value lost on my trade in.
Make a list of all the add ons and proof of their cost. You can always say no to first offer and fight back for a better offer settlement. Even if they could repair it, you would want the coating, etc restored. You won't want a "reconstructed" title brand for loss of resale value. Ram makes new ones every day! Glad you were ok.Seriously, man that'll suck! I've probably spent $2,000+ on the ceramic coating, spray-in bed liner, wheel spacers, etc. that I assume I'll never get back if it's totaled.