jasonmckinley Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 A few weeks ago someone broke into my car (driver side rear window) and in the process they broke the metal "frame" that outlines the window. I just took the car to a local body shop and they said it's going to be $700 to replace- $630 of which is parts. Apparently everything for the windows comes as a kit and I only need one part of that kit but there's no way to buy things individually. This is a reputable body shop so I don't think I'm getting jerked around. Curious if anyone has any insight on a way to get this cheaper. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcfish Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 A few weeks ago someone broke into my car (driver side rear window) and in the process they broke the metal "frame" that outlines the window. I just took the car to a local body shop and they said it's going to be $700 to replace- $630 of which is parts. Apparently everything for the windows comes as a kit and I only need one part of that kit but there's no way to buy things individually. This is a reputable body shop so I don't think I'm getting jerked around. Curious if anyone has any insight on a way to get this cheaper. Thanks http://www.taprecycling.com/ They will sell you anything you need for your LS, It helps if you can get a part # Or be very specific as to what you need. Maybe send them a picture of the old piece would help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcrome04 Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Is insurance paying for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonmckinley Posted February 17, 2008 Author Share Posted February 17, 2008 yes, insurance is paying for it- but their quote was for $222 and i'm not sure how they'll feel about the extra $500 for the estimate i got. i was just doing my homework in case insurance gave me sh*t for it. Is insurance paying for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eatingupblacktop Posted February 17, 2008 Share Posted February 17, 2008 yes, insurance is paying for it- but their quote was for $222 and i'm not sure how they'll feel about the extra $500 for the estimate i got. i was just doing my homework in case insurance gave me sh*t for it. Is insurance paying for it? Unfortunately for a '95 your insurance is going to pro-rate the repair, so they're only going to accept the lowest cost. Ask them what they base their quote on and where they source their parts. Usually they have a list of suppliers who give them the best deals. Insurance companies, like warranty companies always discount suppliers and repair shops. The shops then try to get the difference from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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