HELP with trailer claim. Insurance putting it to me after years of paying them!!!!!!
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After arguing a bit, I need some quotes on trailers. does anyone know of a listed 34' Aluminum triple axle trailer (1999 - 2005). I'm looking but not many around.
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Nothing stopping you from creating a few listings around the country on Craigslist for free.
http://nh.craigslist.org/boa/4751706059.html
http://richmond.craigslist.org/boa/4728477039.html
http://eastnc.craigslist.org/boa/4705446434.html
http://nh.craigslist.org/boa/4751706059.html
http://richmond.craigslist.org/boa/4728477039.html
http://eastnc.craigslist.org/boa/4705446434.html
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id tell them to replace my trailer with one of equal value , and not budge , i dont see a trailer depreciating in value by more than 15, percent quite honestly . unless youre using steele trailer for salt water use . remember they aint going to just give away the farm .. you have to hold youre ground .they will pay they got it ,, they are making more money now than ever before .
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Put the name of the insurance company on here and other boating forums. The internet is a great tool for getting the word out on companies with poor customer service. I'll still tell my Progressive horror story any chance I get.
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How much do they want for the salvage? There is usually room to negotiate the value and salvage. I'm in the insurance industry and would suggest finding as many trailers similar to yours for sale to document the value. You can also contact several manufacturers for their opinion. If they are willing, get it in writing. As someone else previously stated I would try and find a carrier who will write it as a stated/agreed value for your next one. The one thing I would not do is create an adversarial relationship with your adjuster or the carrier. It won't make the situation better. Hope it works out for you.
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How much do they want for the salvage? There is usually room to negotiate the value and salvage. I'm in the insurance industry and would suggest finding as many trailers similar to yours for sale to document the value. You can also contact several manufacturers for their opinion. If they are willing, get it in writing. As someone else previously stated I would try and find a carrier who will write it as a stated/agreed value for your next one. The one thing I would not do is create an adversarial relationship with your adjuster or the carrier. It won't make the situation better. Hope it works out for you.
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Once they cross the line and you've realized that you have no recourse short of a lawsuit that would be expensive and a gamble, it's time to minimize the damage and give fellow boaters a heads up. JMO
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Price: $7,900.00
NEW 2015 34-40' 20,000 GVWR TRI AXLE ALUMINUM BOAT TRAILER WITH ALL STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE FOR SALE WITH 3 SETS KODIAK DISC BRAKES (ELECTRIC OVER HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM) AND A SPARE TIRE WITH MOUNT ..
Location: GIBSONTON, FL
Posted: 11/18/2014
This is listed on this site. Not sure what brand your trailer is, but thought this was a great deal.
NEW 2015 34-40' 20,000 GVWR TRI AXLE ALUMINUM BOAT TRAILER WITH ALL STAINLESS STEEL HARDWARE FOR SALE WITH 3 SETS KODIAK DISC BRAKES (ELECTRIC OVER HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM) AND A SPARE TIRE WITH MOUNT ..
Location: GIBSONTON, FL
Posted: 11/18/2014
This is listed on this site. Not sure what brand your trailer is, but thought this was a great deal.
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Claim Closed - Would only split the difference on the salvage, came up $625 on the trailer value. Lesson learned. Be careful of low spots in the road.
Thanks for all the input.
Thanks for all the input.