I've written-off my pride and joy! Gutted

[necorner]

I stupidly drove my GTI head first into the central reservation of the M8 last week.Fortunately I didnt take anybody else with me. I misjudged the weather conditions and my speed and aquaplaned about a bit before crashing.

It was a 2001 Y plate 2.0 5 door, with 55,000 on the clock.

The insurance company have offered me £6100 for it.

I dont have access to a glass's guide so can anybody tell me if this is a fair price.

Ive never been in this situation before but people in work have suggested that the insurance company expect you to haggle. Any advice would be gratefully recieved.

I am extremely disapointed in myself as this is the first "good" car I have had. I new the person I bought it off and it was imaculate inside and out. Full service history etc.

Cheers in advance for any comment you might have.

[Bounce]

You can get an idea of what its worth here i'm sure i read somewhere you never accept there first offer

[winrya]

seems a good price to me

part ex price

excellent £5040

average £4520

poor £3950

dealer sale prices are usually 15-20% above part ex figures so seems about right

[petsy]

sorry to hear of your misfortune but at least you're here safe and sound to tell the tale.

can't help with your problem but maybe Snoopy could be of more help.

[edo]

Gald you are ok. Reject their first offer. Thats what they are expecting. Try to find more expensive examples on autotrader as proof. Oh, and dont forget they'll take the excess off when making plans...

[edo]

Does seem an amazingly good first offer I have to say;

Found this on autotrader: (trade)

2001 Y Reg VOLKSWAGEN Golf 1.8 GTi 5 Doors, Manual, Hatchback, Petrol, 40,000 miles, Black, 1 Owner. ABS, Adjustable steering column/wheel, Alloy wheels, Central locking, Computer, Electric mirrors, Electric windows, Head restraints, Immobiliser, Passenger airbag, Radio/Cassette, Side airbags, Rear headrests, Sports seats, Traction control.Insurance Group:10, radio cassette cd player cruise control alloy wheels air con one owner full vw service history superb throught, For more information please visit our website. £6,995.

And that is the 1.8T - just realised yours is the 2.0;

2003 VOLKSWAGEN Golf 2.0 GTi 2003!

3 Doors, Manual, Hatchback, Petrol, 37,000 miles, Metallic Black, 1 Owner. Full documented Service History, Air conditioning, Climate Control, 17" ALLOY WHEELS, Recaro interior, Radio/CD, Adjustable Steering Column, Air bag double and side, alarm remote controlled, Nokia hands free phone kit, boardcomputer, Electric windows, Central Door Locking, Electric Adjustable Mirror, Fitted over mats, Front & Rear Head Rests, Heated front and rear screen, Power-Assisted Steering, Adjustable Seat Height, armrest, Adjustable Seat Lumbar Support, Split Rear Seat, Traction Control System, ABS, Anti theft system, Colour coding - Body, Power assisted steering.Insurance Group:10, Stunning example in the best colour with only one owner from new and full service history.£6,980.

[nhs]

Bird in the hand is worth two in the bush - take their offer for peace of mind and no hassles

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Gald you are ok. Reject their first offer. Thats what they are expecting. Try to find more expensive examples on autotrader as proof. Oh, and dont forget they'll take the excess off when making plans...

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+ you lose the rest of the years premiums !