Got rear ended- need new rear bumper

[TheShadowWRX]

Hey guys,
I was stopped at a stop light today and got rear ended by a guy with a trailer (guy was in a pickup trunk).
Well at first all i saw was part of hte bumber bagged out from flush under the driver side tail light so that is all that is on the police report...
Then i get home and i see that to the right of hte lisense plate is a huge dent that is hard to see until u find it, then it sticks out lol..

Anyway my back is a little sore but we'll see how it goes in that area.
But anyway... I need a new rear bumper, I'm thinking ill get an aftermarket one (maybe the SYMS version 1 bumber?).
How much does a new bumper cost (OEM rear bumber) w/installation and also how much just for the bumper.
Anyone have any pics of the SYMS rear bumber either?
The one with the vents on either side...

Thanks soo much guys.
Mike

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[kalex]

by a physician. DOn't go to the ER if you can avoid it. Cheaper in the doctors office. Just get the pain documented, back injuries sometimes doesn't show up till later. Get it documented. At least if you have recurring pain later, you can make a claim. Pain from trauma sometimes does'nt show till 24 hours later.

I am an admission RN in one of the major hospital in the island, and I see a lot of these old injuries come up later and patients relate it from old accidents or injuries.

Just my .02 cents.

[TheShadowWRX]

So just got to my regular doctor and say i was rear ended and my back is a little sore now and i just want to have it documented so if it gets worse.
Also my regular HMO doctor or a back doctor or what?

Thanks,
Mike

[WRXMotorWorks]

I think it is the rear bumper you are referring to:

http://www.wrxmotorworks.com

WRX MotorWorks

[kalex]

your regular doctor...
then if he think you need to be seen by a orthopedic doctor, then he will give you a referral. The important thing is it is documented.

[TheShadowWRX]

Yes that is the bumper, how much is it? and then how much would shipping be.
Ok ill give my doctor a call tommorow, thanks for your help Kalex.

Mike

[kalex]

I am actually at work now. I can get you a private room if you want.

Well take care and I hope it works out ok.

[TheShadowWRX]

kalex if you have AIM or AOL IM me at SubaruWRXDriver or if not e-mail me at [email protected]

Thanks,
Mike

[WRXMotorWorks]

Prices are listed on our site.

Cheers,

http://www.wrxmotorworks.com

WRX MotorWorks

[TheShadowWRX]

How much would shipping to the zip code 19807 be?

Thanks,
Mike

[kalex]

let me know what happen with the MD. Tell the secretary that you in an accident and that you are in pain and that you need an appointment ASAP.

They usually accomodate you right away. A little trick of the business.

[TheShadowWRX]

lol ok cool thanks.
Any other tips or tricks of the trade, p.s. If im not on SubaruWRXDriver try Webuser12, im always on that lol.

Thanks,
Mike

[kalex]

it is 1am where I am, go to sleep.

[TheShadowWRX]

me2...

So anyone know how much a rear bumper costs? and will insurance give me a check or just pay to have it fixed, i have a police report if i forgot to mention that.


Thanks,
Mike

[kalex]

but when I got rear ended, I called the offender's insurance company and they told me to see a repair shop and get 3 estimates, then bring the estimate to them and right there and then, they cut a check. I never got the bumper repaired, I was able to fix it myself. I never called my insurance company and my rate did not go up because of this. Make sure you do all this within 24 hours, if they (other insurance) give you a hazzle, call your insurance carrier and let them go after them. That is their job; most likely your rate won't go up anyway.

Just a thought.

[TheShadowWRX]

So does anyone know how much a new OEM rear bumper costs?

Thanks,
Mike

[WRXMotorWorks]

Shipping is around $100.

http://www.wrxmotorworks.com

WRX MotorWorks

[STR8OUT]

Here is what my sister did. She went to a repair shop, had them print out the estimite, she faxed them the print out, they sent her the check.

After that, it is up to you to do what you want with the money. My sister for instance is getting a full body kit with the money.

Pretty sweet deal, usually aftermarket stuff is cheaper then OEM so you get some extra cash too.

[TheShadowWRX]

I think ill proably do something like that if i can, my back is hurting more today but i can't get ahold of my dad to so i think im just going to call the dr anyway.
P.S. im only 17.


Thanks,
Mike