Lower Your 1996 Chrysler Sebring Car Insurance Cost

Finding more affordable Driverscar insurance is always nearly impossible for drivers new to comparing prices online. People have so many agents and companies to choose from that it can quickly become a lot of work to find cheaper rates.

The method we recommend to compare car insurance company rates is to take advantage of the fact most of the larger companies allow for online access to quote your coverage. All you need to do is take a few minutes to give details like if you have an active license, marital status, your general credit rating, and if a SR-22 is needed. That information is then sent to multiple different insurance companies and you will get price comparisons with very little delay.

How do I know if I need professional advice?

When choosing coverage, there isn’t really a perfect coverage plan. Coverage needs to be tailored to your specific needs.

Here are some questions about coverages that might help in determining if your situation will benefit from professional help.

  • What is covered by UM/UIM coverage?
  • Do I need motorclub coverage?
  • Do I benefit by insuring my home with the same company?
  • When would I need rental car insurance?
  • What companies insure drivers after a DUI or DWI?
  • Do I have newly-aquired coverage?
  • Am I covered by my employer’s commercial auto policy when driving my personal car for business?
  • Does car insurance cover theft of personal property?
  • Should I drop comprehensive coverage on older vehicles?
  • How high should my uninsured/underinsured coverage be in my state?

If you can’t answer these questions but you think they might apply to your situation, you may need to chat with an agent. To find an agent in your area, fill out this quick form.

Car insurance 101

Knowing the specifics of insurance aids in choosing which coverages you need and the correct deductibles and limits. The terms used in a policy can be difficult to understand and even agents have difficulty translating policy wording.

Collision coverage – Collision coverage will pay to fix damage to your Sebring from colliding with another car or object. You first must pay a deductible then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.

Collision insurance covers claims such as hitting a parking meter, sideswiping another vehicle, colliding with a tree, backing into a parked car and scraping a guard rail. Paying for collision coverage can be pricey, so you might think about dropping it from vehicles that are 8 years or older. It’s also possible to choose a higher deductible to get cheaper collision coverage.

Comprehensive protection – This coverage will pay to fix damage caused by mother nature, theft, vandalism and other events. A deductible will apply and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive can pay for claims like a tree branch falling on your vehicle, falling objects, hitting a deer, a broken windshield and fire damage. The highest amount you can receive from a comprehensive claim is the actual cash value, so if your deductible is as high as the vehicle’s value it’s not worth carrying full coverage.

Medical expense coverage – Medical payments and Personal Injury Protection insurance reimburse you for expenses like dental work, prosthetic devices and nursing services. The coverages can be utilized in addition to your health insurance program or if you lack health insurance entirely. It covers both the driver and occupants as well as any family member struck as a pedestrian. PIP is only offered in select states but can be used in place of medical payments coverage

Liability – Liability coverage protects you from damage or injury you incur to people or other property in an accident. It protects YOU from claims by other people. Liability doesn’t cover your injuries or vehicle damage.

It consists of three limits, per person bodily injury, per accident bodily injury, and a property damage limit. You commonly see limits of 25/50/25 that means you have $25,000 bodily injury coverage, a per accident bodily injury limit of $50,000, and a limit of $25,000 paid for damaged property.

Liability coverage protects against claims such as bail bonds, structural damage and medical expenses. How much liability coverage do you need? That is up to you, but buy as large an amount as possible.

Uninsured or underinsured coverage – Your UM/UIM coverage gives you protection when the “other guys” are uninsured or don’t have enough coverage. This coverage pays for injuries sustained by your vehicle’s occupants as well as your vehicle’s damage.

Because many people only purchase the least amount of liability that is required, their liability coverage can quickly be exhausted. This is the reason having UM/UIM coverage is important protection for you and your family.