Questions about insurance claims...

[AUDIDUDI@delphi.com]

I just received a call from an acquaintance whose mint-condition '87 4kq was
totalled last week ... the person who pulled out in front of him has Farmers
as his insurance company and they're claiming this car (with service history
and only 52k on it) is worth $4,100.  He says the adjuster told him there is
no negotiation possible and the salvage will cost him $900...

Since I've successfully dealt with insurance companies before, he called and
asked my advice about what to do ... obviously, hiring a lawyer is something
to consider but he needs to replace the car ASAP so he doesn't have the time
to wait while letters and phone calls are traded back-and-forth.  In all the
cases where I've had to deal with insurance companies, I've never been given
the "take it or leave it" line that he was.

Lastly, what would his car be worth elsewhere in the country.  Here in AZ, I
have found that 1) quattros don't sell very well, period; 2) rarely sell for
much of a premium as compared to a FWD Audi; and 3) are so rare, finding any
comparable sales to establish value is difficult.

Any input will be greatly appreciated...

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