Big snow broke the windshield - how to fix now?

I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
replace?

I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?

Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
something like this?

Double check your policy. Glass may be a no deductible applies item.

Good luck with Geico. At least they are cheap.


"jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message
news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=blue]
>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
> replace?
>
> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?
>
> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
> something like this?
>[/color]

> "jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message[color=blue]
> news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=green]
>>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
>> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
>> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
>> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
>> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
>> replace?
>>
>> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
>> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?
>>
>> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
>> something like this?
>>[/color]
>
>[/color]

"Art" <begunaNOSPAMPLEASE@mindspring.com> wrote in message
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> Double check your policy. Glass may be a no deductible applies item.
>
> Good luck with Geico. At least they are cheap.
>
>[/color]

From what I have heard, repair shops like Geico claims because Geico wants
whatever gets the car back on the road for the cheapest. OTOH, shops
consider AAA to be a pain because they want OEM everything.

If you're in Mass, and have Comprehensive, Glass is Gratis..

"jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message
news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=blue]
>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
> replace?
>
> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?
>
> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
> something like this?
>[/color]

In article <9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com>, "jay"
<jay@wildfire.com> wrote:
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> I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded my
> car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a crack
> of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside unless
> I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it. Would the
> crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to replace?
>
> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?
>
> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
> something like this?[/color]



Do you all think that $350 paid every six months is a reasonable
price for auto insurance (includes liability, Collision, Comprehensive,
5k medical payments, emergency road service, and uninsured motor
vehicle)? That's what I'm paying on the
'06 Camry LE. (150 / 50 / 150) and 250 deductible.

For the old 1995 Tercel, I was paying $270 every six months.

not for my car. AAA asked the shop using after market replacement.

"jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message
news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=blue]
>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
> replace?
>[/color]

Windshield cracks generally get longer until the ends run to the edge of the
windshield. Most states with a safety inspection will not pass a vehicle
with cracks in the driver's line of vision so if you are in one of those
states, that is a consideration.

Replacement cost depends on where you have the work done. Prices range from
$300 to $700.
[color=blue]
> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?[/color]

Many policies have a lower deductible for glass so check your policy out.
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>
> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
> something like this?
>[/color]
There is no warranty for damage and since your car is 6 years old, it is
beyond the basic 36/36 warranty period.
--

Ray O
(correct punctuation to reply)

Where you live is a big factor on auto insurance prices. NJ is one of
highest. NC is relatively low. Also depends on you age and driving record.
You will have to comparison shop for your self. Consumer Reports just rated
their readers satisfaction with different companies. Check it out at the
library. You want a company that pays claims.


"Built_Well" <bw@bbbb.com> wrote in message
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> In article <9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com>, "jay"
> <jay@wildfire.com> wrote:
>[color=green]
>> I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded my
>> car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a crack
>> of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside unless
>> I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it. Would the
>> crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to replace?
>>
>> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
>> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?
>>
>> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
>> something like this?[/color]
>
>
>
> Do you all think that $350 paid every six months is a reasonable
> price for auto insurance (includes liability, Collision, Comprehensive,
> 5k medical payments, emergency road service, and uninsured motor
> vehicle)? That's what I'm paying on the
> '06 Camry LE. (150 / 50 / 150) and 250 deductible.
>
> For the old 1995 Tercel, I was paying $270 every six months.[/color]

Art wrote:[color=blue]
>
> Consumer Reports just rated their readers satisfaction with
> different companies.[/color]


Thanks, I'll check out the Consumer Reports. I used to
subscribe--great magazine.

go to JD powers website and look for autoinsurance.... They have good
reviews and rankings for various insurance companies.

"Hachiroku" <Trueno@ae86.GTS> wrote in message
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> If you're in Mass, and have Comprehensive, Glass is Gratis..
>[/color]

There is NO free lunch. No doubt the premiums in mass are sky high. Lord
nows EVERYthing else in that commie state is.



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> "jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message
> news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=green]
>>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
>> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
>> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
>> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
>> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
>> replace?
>>
>> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
>> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?
>>
>> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
>> something like this?
>>[/color]
>
>[/color]

"Ray O" <rokigawa@tristarassociatesDOTcomn> wrote in message
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>
> "jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message
> news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=green]
>>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
>> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
>> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
>> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
>> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
>> replace?
>>[/color]
>
> Windshield cracks generally get longer until the ends run to the edge of
> the windshield. Most states with a safety inspection will not pass a
> vehicle with cracks in the driver's line of vision so if you are in one of
> those states, that is a consideration.
>
> Replacement cost depends on where you have the work done. Prices range
> from $300 to $700.
>[/color]

Bullshit. I only paid $199 CANADIAN to have my 99 Camry front windshield
replaced and there were LOTS of models costing less than that.



[color=blue][color=green]
>> I just signed up with Geico in November. I have $500 deductible for
>> comprehensive. Would it work out well for me if I make a claim?[/color]
>
> Many policies have a lower deductible for glass so check your policy out.
>[color=green]
>>
>> Just checking, would Toyota still offer somewhat warranty against
>> something like this?
>>[/color]
> There is no warranty for damage and since your car is 6 years old, it is
> beyond the basic 36/36 warranty period.
> --
>
> Ray O
> (correct punctuation to reply)
>[/color]

On Sun, 19 Feb 2006 03:11:45 GMT, "Sharx35" <sharx35@hotmail.com>
wrote:

~Bullshit. I only paid $199 CANADIAN to have my 99 Camry front
~windshield replaced and there were LOTS of models costing less than
~that.

Whereabouts, I have a sandblasted '99 Camry windshield that has seen
better days. I don't have glass coverage, so must be cash deal. I
realize the insurance prices are higher than cash, but that much
cheaper?

"Sharx35" <sharx35@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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>
> "Ray O" <rokigawa@tristarassociatesDOTcomn> wrote in message
> news:5342a$43f4fb98$44a4a10d$14172@msgid.meganewsservers.com...[color=green]
>>
>> "jay" <jay@wildfire.com> wrote in message
>> news:9am9v1hlq9u6i3a67354ij6i6k7f2in95q@4ax.com...[color=darkred]
>>>I have a 2000 Camry bought in 2000. The big snow on Sunday embedded
>>> my car for the last three days. Today I found the windshield has a
>>> crack of 6 inches. It's visible from the inside, not from the outside
>>> unless I stare at it closely. I don't know if I should replace it.
>>> Would the crack get bigger and bigger? And how much will it cost to
>>> replace?
>>>[/color]
>>
>> Windshield cracks generally get longer until the ends run to the edge of
>> the windshield. Most states with a safety inspection will not pass a
>> vehicle with cracks in the driver's line of vision so if you are in one
>> of those states, that is a consideration.
>>
>> Replacement cost depends on where you have the work done. Prices range
>> from $300 to $700.
>>[/color]
>
> Bullshit. I only paid $199 CANADIAN to have my 99 Camry front windshield
> replaced and there were LOTS of models costing less than that.
>
>[/color]

I'm used to prices in the Chicago area, where labor prices are generally at
least $60/hour. Perhaps my guesses are too high, the best way for the OP to
find out is to get some estimates.
--

Ray O
(correct punctuation to reply)

"Father Guido" <FG@SNL.com> wrote in message
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> On Sun, 19 Feb 2006 03:11:45 GMT, "Sharx35" <sharx35@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> ~Bullshit. I only paid $199 CANADIAN to have my 99 Camry front
> ~windshield replaced and there were LOTS of models costing less than
> ~that.
>
> Whereabouts, I have a sandblasted '99 Camry windshield that has seen
> better days. I don't have glass coverage, so must be cash deal. I
> realize the insurance prices are higher than cash, but that much
> cheaper?[/color]

Glassmasters 9811 63 Avenue Edmonton. Some other models are as low as 99$
plus GST for front glass. Non-insurance claims. For insurance claims,
they will eat up to $150 of deductible. Also, watch your junk mail for
coupons for some other places on 51 Ave. or 63 Ave. in Edmonton.