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Expert: - 8/13/2010


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i do not have collision.  my car went out of control.  i asked mechanic if it could be checked for malfunction.  he said it could not be done if the computer in the car was   destroyed.  car was 1998 eldorado & totaled   thanks for help.

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Hi Loretta,

Even if it could be done, it would not mater. The car is too old to relate back to the manufacturer. The age and mileage on the car likely led to a suspension problem that caused loss of control.

However you could try to find a master mechanic to look at your car. This could cost you several hundred dollars.

I hope this helps
Richard Hixenbaugh

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Richard Hixenbaugh

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Auto insurance claims procedure, auto coverage, liability issues, auto damage questions, how to deal with the insurance company, loss of use and diminished value.

Experience

I have been involved in the insurance industry for over 25 years. I have experience in underwriting, sales, claims adjusting, auto damage estimating, auto value appraising and diminished value appraising. I have testified as an expert witness over 35 times.

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Society of Certified Auto Appraisers

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Completed all required courses for the Florida Property-Casualty agents license and the Florida claims adjusters license. I have attended various courses on auto damage estmating, vehicle appraising and am ASE certified in collision damage analysis.

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My company has done work for consumers nationwide.

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