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Old 02-14-2003, 10:11 AM
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Original estimate was $1800. Now up to $3300.

Notice damaged bumper support, bumper brackets, and damage to rear body (outlined in white)

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Old 02-14-2003, 10:36 AM
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Ouch! At least the exhaust was spared.
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DDdaaayyaammm.......save the smoked tails!
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All that damage AROUND your license surround
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oh - I got em!
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good thing too since the insurance probably would not have paid for aftermarket equipment
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it is cracked also. I am ordering the 2000 one to replace it as I like the look better
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Argh.... and such a new car, too!
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That sucks man, I hope they take care of you properly!
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and it matches the smoked tails
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