romac

My wifes vehicle (not the Audi)was recently rear ended, resulting in significant damage to the frame, both rear quarter panels, roof and who knows what else. Estimates are forthcoming, but the age of the van (2.5 years) is such that a write off is not likely. The concern now is that when we do go to sell, the carfax report will show extensive restoration and thus reduce the resale value as compared to an equivalent vehicle w/o the repairs (thus the term diminished value). One example may well be that CarMax would not consider purchase due to the frame damage. This is highly sensitive topic in the insurance industry, as the current cost model is based on repair and does not consider diminished value. I have an opening to get a claim in, but need to provide documentation supporting my claim. Specifics on the documentation requirements are not offered.
Im looking for anyone with experience in this area, or suggestions on how to get an assessment of "dimished value".

-- Edit --
Searched the forum after this was posted and did find a relevant thread. The key seems to be getting the right minded appraiser. Any one have a contact?

TIA
Romac

deliboy

are you dealing with ?.. yes i have extensive insurance background..

Another Drew

IIRC, if you're in Md., you can't recoup for diminished value.

romac

04 Sienna Van w/AWD State Farm is the insuror

TwinTurboTerror

Hopefully he'll chime in, since he never told me how it was resolved.

romac

Better put, is that they are not required by law. They may however honor individual requests