Interesting that I got an email selling extra insurance because they know you dont get the real value of a vehicle. Content is below, its for total write off, not repairs though
If your was written-off and you didn't get the payout you hoped for, what would you do?
You've worked hard to get the car you want, taken time to choose it, compared prices online and found your perfect vehicle for a great price. But if the worst should happen and it's declared a total loss (write off), and you don't get enough of a payout to replace it, you could be left looking for a replacement that doesn't feel quite as special, or look quite as nice parked outside your house.
That's where Total Loss Protection comes in - your car's true value can be protected from as little as £58.05.
Top up
While your vehicle's insurer will only pay out its current market value, Total Loss Protection cover will top this up by 25 per cent (up to a maximum of £10,000) to help you get a car every bit as desirable as the one you lost.
Transfer your cover
If you sell your vehicle, providing no claims have been made under the policy, you can transfer the cover to your new vehicle.
Call 0800 081 8989 for more information or visit our website here.
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What is Total Loss Protection?
Total Loss Protection is designed to help bridge the gap between what you paid for your car and the insurance payout you receive if it is written off.
Why do I need it?
As soon as you drive your new car off the forecourt, it starts to lose value. Total Loss Protection helps to prevent a financial shortfall if your car is written off in an accident.
You may have outstanding finance bills to settle which may not be covered by your insurer's payout, and you certainly won't get back what you paid for it.
Our policy helps you to either pay off your outstanding loan or finance, or buy a replacement more in keeping with the car you drove off the forecourt.
What about modified or classic cars?
Modified or classic cars are often insured on an agreed value basis, however there may be some circumstances where agreed value is not available, such as a heavily modified car insured with no mileage restriction, or a classic vehicle that is kept on the road in certain parts of the country. For these people Total Loss Protection can be an invaluable top up to ensure they receive the true value of their vehicle in the event of a total loss claim.
How much will it cost?
The premium is based on your vehicle's car insurance policy premium, as follows:
Up to £500: £58.05
£501 to £1000: £94.83
£1001 to £1500: £146.94
£1501 to £2000*: £194.86
*Premiums up to £2000 only. Anything that exceeds this can not be covered.