[ember1205]

Originally Posted by JasonGofast

They couldn't find who was at fault. I was in her blind spot and she didn't see me I guess. She told the cop and insurance I merged into her and they said nothing they could do to prove who was right.

Happens all the time here in Houston. People merge without blinkers and without looking. I can't tell you how many times people merge into my lane when I'm going faster than them and I have to slam the brakes or swerve. Guess I roll up on them too quickly compared to what they're used to (I'm getting a dash cam). Some notice and swerve back into their lane, but it happens a lot.

Although the police report may or may not indicate which party THEY believe is at fault, insurance will look at who bore the greater duty of care. In other words, even if you hit her, she could have been the one that was ultimately responsible of staying out of your way.

[crosive]

I vote on seeing if it can be repaired. I bought my car used and it has 3 warped rims that the dealership obviously says needs replacing. Theres a reputable shop by me that guarantees they can fix it (all 4 are curbed anyways), all 4 retrued, curb fixed, refinished in any standard color, and ceramic coated for around 750, with lifetime warranty on finish.

[Walkure]

As mentioned previously - get a dashcam (front and rear if you have a coupe). The small investment can save you tons when people start blaming you for their mistakes.

[GTO_Gregory]

Since you are in Texas, try "We Fix Rims Houston."
Here's their link: www.wefixrimshouston.biz
Address: 7070 Southwest, Freeway, Houston, TX 77074
Phone: 713-942-0294

[UnknownJinX]

Some wheel repair shops can bend the wheel back for $200 a pop or so. The wheel won't be as strong as it was before, but generally, that's not a huge problem.

Originally Posted by JasonGofast

...Happens all the time here in Houston. People merge without blinkers and without looking. I can't tell you how many times people merge into my lane when I'm going faster than them and I have to slam the brakes or swerve. Guess I roll up on them too quickly compared to what they're used to (I'm getting a dash cam). Some notice and swerve back into their lane, but it happens a lot.

So everyone in Houston drives a BMW then?

Joking aside, happened to me occasionally. Usually, it's from pickup truck drivers which I absolutely despise.

Originally Posted by JasonGofast

Does anyone know if dealerships ever price match? Dealership just told me $1000 for the single rim, despite gmpartsdirect having it for $600, and that gmpartsguy for $20 more.

Whats with the huge price discrepancy?

When I bought a few accessories from the local GM dealer, they price matched the price I saw on a Canadian online genuine GM part dealer. Doesn't hurt to try.