I was involved in an accident yesterday with my 2007 Alphard 3.0 (which I only purchased in Dec 2023). After reporting the accident to Admiral Insurance. Without hesitation, they immediately insisted the vehicle be written off. I have fought back today and asked them to at least have a body shop look at it.
Damage that I could see: Front bumper cracks, paintwork, and appear to be pushed in, where the grill and radiator/fan combo also pushed in towards the passenger side of the car, where one of the fans now hit where the 12V battery tray is. Bonnet now has a significant body line gap when closed.
From the conversation above, I am aware of the EPC site. But I am not very mechanically inclined. Does anyone know what damage could be done or what parts need to be ordered?
Does anyone know any body shops around London that could have a look at the damage and what needs to be done to avoid the car being written off? I'm based in South London. Thanks!