How bad is it? 85 4kq front end damage :(

[Swann, Benjamin R. (BSWANN)]

Thor,

Good thing you have full coverage.  I would report it as a hit and run, just
as you described it.  Your rates won't be affected.  The $500 will be a
major ouch, but you have far more damage than this.  Maybe you can work with
the shop to creatively on the estimate.  AFAIK you should be able to take it
to the shop of your choice as long as their cost are above board.

You'll need a new/used and painted hood.  The other stuff - rail supports,
etc. should be pulled, or better cutout and welded back in.  A competent
body shop would know exactly what to do.

There is no reason you should have to get into any of the repairs yourself.
Good luck!

Ben

<Went to the local mega-mart after work yesterday, parked my car, went
inside to look at their selection of digicams, wandered around for awhile,
went back out to discover this:

http://www.jps.net/ioof/jmakrl/4kq01.jpg
http://www.jps.net/ioof/jmakrl/4kq02.jpg
http://www.jps.net/ioof/jmakrl/4kq03.jpg

Someone ran into my car, no note.  I am massively bummed :(

The grill is crunched but it is not contacting any of the belts.

The "lock carrier" is bent.

The hood is crunched, do I need a new one or does it look like it can be
repaired?

Any suggestions on dealing with my insurance company (full coverage through
geico, $500 deductible)?

TIA

Thor
85 4k(runched)q>