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I wanted to share my pain somewhere. I have a 2012 Mazda 3 with a manual transmission, one of only two cars I bought new. It has been fantastic.
But a little over a week ago, in search of modems as my ISP fried them all in an update, I hit a deer. I didn't think it was too bad and mostly feel bad for the deer. Initial estimate was under $3k. A bit much, but okay. Today, however, I was told the estimate is around $5,600, close enough to the car's value to total it.
It's still drivable, and I went and got it. The shop didn't even remove a fender before upping the estimate, but I'll have to deal with a complex salvage title/insurance/rebuilt salvage inspection/can-it-get-insured genuflecting rigmarole.
And the car market is not good. Nor is anyone making an efficient, reliable, and engaging car with a manual for under US$20K.
And coupled with other expenses, like how much my medical insurance will be next year, I'm not having the greatest time dealing with things.
Maybe a motorcycle? I have the endorsement, but I live in a rainy/snowy place.
I really like my bicycle, but I avoid roads shared with motor vehicles, as I've known two killed and have been attacked while riding.
Maybe pack up and move to a place where I can use my bike, public transportation, and maybe one of those new Honda suitcase scooter things.
Anyone dealt with the salvage-but-still-drivable thing?
But a little over a week ago, in search of modems as my ISP fried them all in an update, I hit a deer. I didn't think it was too bad and mostly feel bad for the deer. Initial estimate was under $3k. A bit much, but okay. Today, however, I was told the estimate is around $5,600, close enough to the car's value to total it.
It's still drivable, and I went and got it. The shop didn't even remove a fender before upping the estimate, but I'll have to deal with a complex salvage title/insurance/rebuilt salvage inspection/can-it-get-insured genuflecting rigmarole.
And the car market is not good. Nor is anyone making an efficient, reliable, and engaging car with a manual for under US$20K.
And coupled with other expenses, like how much my medical insurance will be next year, I'm not having the greatest time dealing with things.
Maybe a motorcycle? I have the endorsement, but I live in a rainy/snowy place.
I really like my bicycle, but I avoid roads shared with motor vehicles, as I've known two killed and have been attacked while riding.
Maybe pack up and move to a place where I can use my bike, public transportation, and maybe one of those new Honda suitcase scooter things.
Anyone dealt with the salvage-but-still-drivable thing?
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