The Basics of Insuring a Used Car

Released on: September 10, 2008, 1:23 am

Press Release Author: Bianca Villares

Industry: Automotive

Press Release Summary: Car insurance protects owners from liability and financial
problems in the event of an accident or theft. In both cases, getting a car insured
follows basic guidelines. If you intend to insure a used car, you may want to narrow
down your options. Since used cars are less valuable, you should carefully consider
what type of insurance and how much coverage you should get.


Press Release Body: Car insurance protects owners from liability and financial
problems in the event of an accident or theft. In both cases, getting a car insured
follows basic guidelines. If you intend to insure a used car, you may want to narrow
down your options. Since used cars are less valuable, you should carefully consider
what type of insurance and how much coverage you should get.

Here’s a list of the basic insurance options available for car owners.


Bodily Injury and Personal Property Liability

These are mandatory in most countries. These two components insure and provide
financial protection for the policyholder. In the event of an accident resulting in
injuries or damage to the property of other parties, the policy enables the at-fault
driver to pay for the damage. Most countries and states require a minimum level of
coverage. If you’re willing to pay more, you can opt to get a liability coverage
which exceeds minimum requirements.


Medical Payments and Uninsured Motorist

Unlike the liability coverage, medical payment coverage is not required in some
countries. Since it pays for medical expenses of the policyholder and his passengers
injured in a vehicular accident, drivers with adequate health insurance may not need
this. The Uninsured Motorist covers injuries and damage incurred from accidents
where the at-fault motorist does not have any car insurance. If buying these types
of insurance is optional in your country, consider your needs and existing financial
commitments.


Collision and Comprehensive

Collision and Comprehensive policies are usually taken on brand new vehicles because
of their higher values. For used cars, you should still consider them.

Comprehensive and collision covers the cost of repair or replacement of your vehicle
due to collision or other accidents and even theft. The cost of damage incurred
through vehicle or object collision is paid through Collision coverage, while
Comprehensive pays for the damage caused by an accident other than collision such as
theft, vandalism, or fire.

The car’s value is important in assessing the need for this coverage. You should
evaluate your car’s total worth compared to what you will have to pay out of your
pocket for the premiums.

Identify the insurance that works best by understanding your needs. Determining the
value of your vehicle can help you choose the most cost-effective coverage, saving
you real money while protecting you from liability at the same time.


Web Site: http://www.ibcjapan.co.jp/

Contact Details: IBC Japan (Head Office)
64 Miyanomae-cho,
Nakajima, Fushimi-ku,
Kyoto Japan
Phone: 81-75-622-5091(English)
6225090 (Japanese)
Email: csc@ibcjapan.co.jp

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