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Generic Body Shop Repair Bill Fine Print

Below is the generic language that normally exists on a repair bill from an auto body shop. Deductible reduction credit: your policy includes a deductible reduction feature that has been applied to reduce the collision deductible applicable to this loss. Deductible reduction credit: your policy includes a deductible reduction feature

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Honda Collision Repair Position Statements

American Honda Motor Co, Inc. makes the following recommendations for repair of Honda and Acura vehicles. Wheel_Repair_PS Vehicle_Safety_Recalls Unibody_Repair_PS Structural_Parts_Replacement Salvaged_Used_Air_Bag _Components Salvage_Recycled_Parts Alternative_Parts_Warranty Courtesy of collision.honda.com

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Non-Original Equipment and Recycled Parts

Before agreeing to have non-OEM parts installed on your vehicle, make sure those parts do not influence the safety and comfort of your vehicle. Please read this form carefully before agreeing to a repair and call us to schedule a repair quality checkup. Non-Original Equipment and Recycled Parts – Word

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Claims Recovered this week! 8/14/11

Example of a few appraisals done this week: 2007 Lexus IS250……  Cost of repair = $3,700  Diminished Value = $2,040 2011 Kia Sorento……..  Cost of repair = $3,000  Diminished Value = $1,700 2005 Honda Accord… Cost of repair = $7,000  Diminished Value = $2,320 2006 BMW X5……….. Cost of repair =

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