CCColtsicehockey

Holy crap that is one heck of a jump. I imagine they must have found damage to the motorized roof system then for it to jump that much. Now is your time to be a real mod though and get an RLX with some super sticky tires.

In all seriousness though man I am really sorry to hear that. I hope they don't total it.

ttribe

They found structural damage to the body (not the outer panels). The frame is straight, but a section of the body that provides it strength in accidents, etc. has to be cut out and a new piece welded in. It's ugly.

kurtatx

Really sorry about this, ttribe.

Majofo

That blows.. might as well take a hammer to the rear quarter panels.. make it official.

oonowindoo

Since insurance pays you the market retail value. what is your current selling price in your area?

Maybe it is not a bad idea to get something similar for cheaper and keep the difference.

ttribe

KBB says Third-Party Sale value for my year, model, features, mileage and condition is $11,376. 75% of that would be $8,532. Obviously, $10k is above that 75% threshold for declaring a car a total loss.

Yumcha

Dang...sorry to hear about the bad news, T.

Yumcha

I know you really enjoyed it...so, what are you planning to do?

Would it be possible to get another 335 for the same year if you get a payout?

Majofo

E92/3 M3

Majofo

Or CTS-V

Yumcha

C63 AMG...?

rossv1

Or an M5?


Too soon?

Yumcha

I would wager of the touring cars we've listed, the CTS-V probably ages the most gracefully. The others all will have heftier health bills...

Yumcha

I mean, given the recent developments a la Saintorella, I suppose this would be a great opportunity for ttribe to justify his modship and BUY AN ACURA/HONDA.

kurtatx

Then he would have to sell it to be a mod

Majofo

CTS-V is pretty stout. I hear the E9x M3s are pretty stout as well, but when it comes to repair... it's a 2-3x factor.
C63 of the 6.2L variety is also pretty good past 2012. The big update 2012+ is the head bolts.

Before that year, head studs have sheared off and bricked the engine.. to the tune of +35k.
Even if it's repairable, the specialized hone machine for the engine is $$ and needs a specialized shop which is nuts.

ARP makes a hardware kit, but not sure how available it is.. nothing crazy in price.. like 1-2k.. definitely buy the kit if before 2012 model.
Shop time to replace is minor too.

SuperTrooper169

iTrader: (2)

Awe man that sucks, T. I'm surprised by the looks of the photos, but again if it's a body panel adding to the structure it makes sense. I'm sure there's another 335 in your area you could replace it with. They're more common that Civics in the SDL area.

ttribe

Honestly, I have absolutely no idea what I'm going to do next. I've got a lot to figure out at this point.

TylerT

iTrader: (1)

If it makes sense financially for you, I vote for a 2G CTS-V sedan.

Sorry to hear about your troubles T,

Yumcha

Keep us posted. I think though, you do have options and can come out of this with something you love.

Majofo

Do what you need to do mang..
Ask yourself.. does that beam really need to be welded out / in?
Just leave it alone, have insurance cut a check for the rest..

oonowindoo

Damn... that is a lot less than what i thought the retail value would be.
Insurance company seems always gave me surprisingly high # tho, always more than what i expected.

Hopefully they will give you more.

oonowindoo

Just take the loss and get an ILX with upgraded tires of course.

Or finally the IS350

ttribe

You might be surprised how few decent examples I'm finding.

ttribe

oonowindoo

Honest opinion, your car might be one of the exceptions, but if you were to going to buy a N54 335 with similar miles and year, the car might not treat you the same way as your current one.

ttribe

I know. That thought has crossed my mind.

Majofo

+1 ILX

oonowindoo

You just can't beat this resale value....

Just saying...

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Majofo

TylerT

iTrader: (1)

T - if your car is in fact totaled .. what would you say your initial budget is?

ttribe

Sarlacc

Want to buy a 1962 Imperial LeBaron? I guarantee the next person to rear end you would be walking away with WAY more damage...

ttribe

I'm thinking mid-30's to low-40's.

KaMLuNg

iTrader: (5)

then you definitely need to join V-zine... do it!!!

crazyasiantl

iTrader: (7)

Sorry to hear about the extra damage.. Sounds like the same thing that happened with my Speed3.. They had to cut out and weld in a piece behind the fender.. I think it was called the apron. At that point, I just traded it in.

crazyasiantl

iTrader: (7)

Maybe get a CPO 535i M-Sport?

oonowindoo

Going from E9X to an F3X is a big adjustment already since they feel so different. Going to an F10 5 series might be too difficult to adjust for someone who is so used to the traditional BMW feel (E60/E92).

But definitely a good choice!

TylerT

iTrader: (1)

V! V! V!

6MT?

RPhilMan1

Wow, sorry to hear T. Was hoping it could all be fixed like back to normal.

Maybe it's a chance to experience something else?