The D-bag that did it didn't leave their info, so State Farm claimed it as an uninsured motorist which won't affect my insurance, cut my deductable in half, and scores me a a sweet rental car
I meet with a claims agent on Monday. The quote I got from a paint and body shop prefered by State Farm quoted me around $2,000 for the damage, which is sweet. I tracked down a new L hood for $100 and a V5 grill is in the mail.
Bobby, I haven't popped the hood yet in fear of it not closing again. The State Farm Agent said if I get the quote and I find further damage such as a bent radiator mount they will cover it too, so I'm in good shape to go ahead and fix it myself.
My front end will look a little something like this next week-
