sancho
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Full Mex Auto Ins vs Liability?
Opinions on when to go with a Mex Auto Liability policy,
compared to full coverage, on a annual policy. I suppose
it depends on the risk one want's to take, but at what value
of one's vehicle would it make sense to drop full coverage?
I'm going with the assumption that a good % of Mex plated
vehicles are uninsured, no offense to anyone, nor do I have
any facts to back up that assumption, so an accident would
more than likely result in the loss of the vehicle
thanks for your time
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Jack Swords
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Few years back I hit a rock on the highway outside of La Paz. Destroyed the tire and rim and caused the 5 year old Toyota truck to roll. I was fine,
got lots of help from locals driving by. Tow truck towed vehicle back to house in Todos Santos. Front differential and axles were destroyed along
with body damage. I had only liability for Mexico, sucked it up. Sold truck to a local who fixed it up and imported it. New 4Runner was hit later
in La Paz (uninsured driver) in Marina de la Paz parking lot. Adjuster came out, took photos, I had it repaired in the U.S. paid for by my Mexican
insurance (Vagabundos del Mar). I sleep better now with full coverage.
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TMW
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Some American insurance companies cover your vehicle if you are within a certain distance from the border. Allstate it is 75 miles. They cover your
vehicle only not liability when in Mexico.
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woody with a view
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When? As soon as you can walk away from the value of the POS after an event! Does liability include a lawyer and bail?
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mtgoat666
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Quote: Originally posted by sancho  | Opinions on when to go with a Mex Auto Liability policy,
compared to full coverage, on a annual policy. I suppose
it depends on the risk one want's to take, but at what value
of one's vehicle would it make sense to drop full coverage?
I'm going with the assumption that a good % of Mex plated
vehicles are uninsured, no offense to anyone, nor do I have
any facts to back up that assumption, so an accident would
more than likely result in the loss of the vehicle
thanks for your time
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you can probably do your own risk analysis. new cars are worth insuring. old cars, ask yourself if it worth fixing an old car that probably has low
book value.
i always get the bail (get out of jail) coverage - who knows if it really works, but it sounds good!
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SFandH
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So, if you buy Mexican insurance with collision coverage, do you have to get the car fixed in Mexico?
I always buy the minimum liability and take my chances. But my old Ford pickup isn't worth much.
[Edited on 7-21-2017 by SFandH]
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TMW
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I have an annual policy with HDI Seguros on both trucks and they say it can be fixed in the US.
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bajatrailrider
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On my Ca plated Tacoma 2 months old 10 grand in repairs they only allowed it repair in Mexico. That was my work before retiring.They did in fact use
all factory parts.No china junk did a good job. On my Mexican plated Nissan Diesel (2014) full coverage free tow both country's less then $400.00 a
year. There is one catch to it if its totaled or stolen after Delectable I get less then 8 grand. With mods I got 30K in the truck still wroth $400 a
year to get back 8 grand but not fair.
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JoeJustJoe
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| Quote: Originally posted by sancho | Opinions on when to go with a Mex Auto Liability policy,
compared to full coverage, on a annual policy. I suppose
it depends on the risk one want's to take, but at what value
of one's vehicle would it make sense to drop full coverage?
I'm going with the assumption that a good % of Mex plated
vehicles are uninsured, no offense to anyone, nor do I have
any facts to back up that assumption, so an accident would
more than likely result in the loss of the vehicle
thanks for your time
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If somebody hits you, and they don't have auto insurance, and you only have
liability insurance. It doesn't mean that you will necessarily suffer a total lost. Most auto insurance polices also have, "uninsured Motorist
Insurance" and many states in the US require it, and your auto insurance will take care of your medical costs, and pay a limited amount to get your
car fixed.
In Mexico, "uninsured motorist insurance" will probably not pay for your car damage, unless you get the full insurance, but it may pay for your
medical.
If you get into an accident within certain miles in Mexico, you may be able to get your US auto insurance to fix your auto damage, under the
"uninsured motorist insurance policy,: even if you only have liability insurance, just make sure you get the other guys licence plate.
Since I used to have kids on my auto insurance policy, the point where I would get pass full auto coverage was about about $7,000 dollars.
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David K
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| Quote: Originally posted by SFandH | So, if you buy Mexican insurance with collision coverage, do you have to get the car fixed in Mexico?
I always buy the minimum liability and take my chances. But my old Ford pickup isn't worth much.
[Edited on 7-21-2017 by SFandH] |
HDI, what I have, (sold by Baja Bound and Discover Baja) covers repairs made in the U.S. Others may too, so check? Full coverage is the only option
(as my truck is still financed) and that includes "Legal Aid" for the attorney should one be needed.
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bajaguy
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I would venture to say your take on this is correct. Why do you think there are so many hit & run accidents (including fatal) and abandoned
vehicles after an accident. Also added to the mix is the number of unlicensed drivers and illegal ("chocolate") vehicles.......
My vote is for full coverage and the legal representation that comes with it
| Quote: Originally posted by sancho |
I'm going with the assumption that a good % of Mex plated
vehicles are uninsured, no offense to anyone, nor do I have
any facts to back up that assumption |
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Alm
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The question was - at what value to drop full coverage.
Like others said, - it's up to you. I would not pay for a full cover if vehicle is worth less than 5K, but I don't commute on Hwy1 often, rarely go
over 55, and ALWAYS slow down when an 8-wheeler is coming towards me, or before a turn or crest with limited visibility.
Legal representation comes with a liability coverage as well.
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