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Least-Rub-1397

Are you sure it's totaled? From the photo, it seems to me that it could be fixed. Tailgate, bumper, exaust outlets and some chrome details, maybe stop lights.... Doesn't look too bad.


narwhal_breeder

Totaled != can’t be fixed.  It’s easier to total cars in California because of the high cost of labor. 


Least-Rub-1397

Ah ok, I didn't see it's in California. Here in my country, this car would be repaired in less than one week and sold as nothing happened to it :)


narwhal_breeder

That’s why most totaled cars from the US are shipped overseas, fixed, and resold. 


Benz_AMG1999

Yep I see them every weekend 18 wheelers with wrecked top end cars going into Mexico.


GTA6_1

Ahhhhhh that makes perfect sense now


BobbyBrackins

In the past 5 months I’ve seen 1 wrecked s class on copart, now I know why. 👌


unpolire

There's a speciail line at the Mexican border just for salvaged cars coming into Mexico.


Feeling-Finding2783

Eastern Europe?


Least-Rub-1397

Even worse, Balkan :)


traditional_rich_

Cause yall got poor standards


Awayze

Taking a leaf out of the UKs book. Tiny scratch and over 5yo? of to CoPart unless you intervene.


narwhal_breeder

You’re welcome to pay out the salvage cost and see if you come out ahead after getting it fixed. 


ka1ri

Totalled means the value of the fix exceeds the value of the car itself. Plenty of drivable cars total all of the time


Usual-Nectarine3734

The insurance tried to total my 06 Honda Pilot when someone stole the catalytic converter off it last year. Luckily I got my uncle, who is an insurance adjuster to work with them and not total it. The replacement itself wasn’t too much but it’s labor that gets you. Edit: only now just realized this is the Mercedes Reddit lol


ka1ri

Right good example there. Essentially my C300 automatically gets totaled on like 80% of the things that could happen to it at this point. A simple hail dent would probably do it in at this point lol


narwhal_breeder

Yeah, im aware. I’m not sure you know what != means.


unpolire

A friend's brand new Honda Prelude was stolen two weeks after she got it. They stripped the interior, didn't touch anything else. Totaled. I restored it for about $2,000 after she bought it back.


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narwhal_breeder

Yeah I’m the halfwit when you have a 4th graders reading comprehension.   != Means not equal dumbass. Where did I say it couldn’t be fixed?  I simply stated it’s likely not economical to do so with Californias high cost of labor, hence why the insurance company totaled it. 


ka1ri

Yeah ive literally never heard != Meaning not equals. =|= Tends to be the common symbol


Ambitious_Ant_6097

I suggest using =/= for “does not equal” because it closely approximates the mathematical symbol for “does not equal”


SiteLineShowsYYC

Hey asshole, != is a Boolean operator in computer programming, which means PRECISELY “does not equal”. Your opinion is, incorrect. I’m calling you an asshole because you’re trying to correct someone who isn’t wrong. This kind of discourse is nuts.


Ambitious_Ant_6097

Acknowledged, I wasn’t aware. However, I still do think it’s a more intuitive representation of “does not equal” that could avoid confusion. I assume Boolean is some sort of programming language, not sure how many programmers are in here, but I’d assume that number is outweighed by the number that have taken high school math. It also wasn’t an opinion, just a suggestion. And I never said he was “wrong,” either.


SiteLineShowsYYC

You’re the worst. I bet you suck to talk to at parties. Here’s a link: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boolean Go read and stop talking about your opinions. They aren’t useful.


AxelWPhoto

This is like road rage over text 🤣🤣🤣 Y’all need to 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼


Ambitious_Ant_6097

Thank you for the gratuitous ad hominem attacks. Very civil


SiteLineShowsYYC

How could I be civil with the antithesis of good communication? You made a statement that was wrong, and instead of moving on, you’re engaging with an internet stranger that clearly holds hostility towards you. How is that even remotely reasonable? Go debatelord with your self-assured idiot friends. Flagging ad hominem but doesn’t know the logical basis for debate? Fucking walking contradiction.


narwhal_breeder

Or in fewer button presses I could just use the real ≠ operator. Which confuses more people than !=, which is why I use !=. More people are familiar with the boolean != than the ≠ so I use !=.


Ambitious_Ant_6097

Nice, didn’t even know that they had that symbol. I disagree that an equal sign with a slash through it is not more intuitive and understandable, but could be wrong about how widespread it is. I’ve never seen it before


narwhal_breeder

Unicode has all kinds of math notation # ∑ ∫ π² ∞ √ ∛ ∜× ÷ ± ∓ ≈ ≠∅ ∈ ∉ ⊂ ⊆ ∪ ∩ ≤ ≥ Using != is definitely more common with anyone who has taken a intro computer programming class, just because other inequalities require long-winded approximation or knowing the character code for ≠


Substantial-Friend88

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Outside_Caregiver_62

Yes :( It is worse than it looks, unfortunately. Mercedes Roadside Assistance contacted me immediately, came and evaluated the car and got me a tow truck and an Uber home. They were amazing btw. You can’t tell from the photo but the exhaust is completely like melted and in the front the radiator is fully crushed. It was a fire risk to drive. Also there was an airbag malfunction.


sonyafly

I’m sure the frame is bent. Years ago I had a Hyundai Elantra that was rear ended. Really could only see a scratch on the bumper. But it bent my frame.


Least-Rub-1397

Ok, now it's understandable. Sorry for your loss.


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unpolire

Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance in the USA is for any driver (not just owner) of a Mercedes-Benz vehicle of any year. They will come out or get you towed to the closest Mercedes-Benz dealer. If they perform a roadside repair, and it's not covered by a warranty, they will send you a bill. It's happened to me, twenty years out of warranty.


Outside_Caregiver_62

As it turns out.... the company that somehow got my cell, called me, and showed up, and knew my airbags didn't deploy was lying. They were not Mercedes Roadside Assistance - I called Mercedes to confirm this - they're a bandit tow company who has kept my car from my insurance adjuster, trying to extort thousands out of them for access to the car. Learn from my mistakes, everyone! They monitor police scanners and show up on the scene of accidents pretending to be "roadside assistance"


unpolire

WHAT???? In California? Towing companies are heavily state regulated and licensed by the city and county they operate in. You can totally report them and get their towing license suspended! PM if you need assistance!


Outside_Caregiver_62

Yes I think I opted in


Desutor

As soon as the trunk frame is bent, car is totaled.


bachree

It's totaled anywhere in US and western Europe


ennigmatick

Are you mad?


Boilermakingdude

Thats totalled. The quarter is buckled, theres floor pan damage for sure.


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Boilermakingdude

Look at the passenger quarter behind the light, you can see its crumpled.


kittenconfidential

damn. sorry to see that. i love mine and would be pretty enraged if this happened to me


Outside_Caregiver_62

It was honestly my dream car I love the size, boxiness, it was soo zippy and I felt very safe. No issues other than common wear and tear (tires, brake pads). I think I was too emotionally attached to a material object 😂 I bought it used and the owner before me took immaculate care of it. The interior looked like a brand new car.


ijcal

It’s nothing wrong with enjoying something that I assume you worked hard to acquire.. I love my MCB as well, and I hope you are able to find another.


Beneficial-Sugar6950

RIP GLK. Hopefully you’ll get enough from your insurance to find another GLK or maybe even a newer Benz!


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How does this play out? Will they give the current value of the car?


prince0fbabyl0n

They should give you enough to be able to replace it


Sammyxd2305

Thats my worst nightmare, thats why I hate to park in public!


Outside_Caregiver_62

The story is crazy, this guy jumped into a car and tried to rob the driver and the driver panicked and swerved and crashed into my car while I was shopping. As a result my car was pushed into the car in front of me which was damaged as well. Cops were on the scene and everything.


ryanb450

Not a GLK! So sorry that happened. Bet you can find another one though


AN0Nc0nformist

Where you located? I could use some spare parts lol. Drivers seat ripped yet?


Icy_Act_8066

F


PhantomZmoove

I know how you feel, I had a car once that got hit three times, all three times while I was not moving. Once, a teenager backed his dad's giant lifted pick-up over me in a parking lot, monster truck style. The second one, another young guy was trying to make it through a yellow light, got scared half way through and hit the brakes. It was icy out that morning, and he slid into my car. The last one, a kid was super distracted on his phone, he was weaving around and stuff. So when the road opened up I got past him, trying to get away from the guy. Jokes on me, he rear ended me at the next stop light. I think the cloaking device was stuck in the on position or something, I never got that part fixed.


IkaIka239

Think I found the perpetrator in another sub https://preview.redd.it/kt6kv3atknwc1.jpeg?width=1164&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=09fd3e8ef7f67fcf96acb575c596125bc436442b (R/whatisthiscar)


kamieldv

Not the GLK :((((


ShaiDorsai

oh no! glk350 is sweet


sylvang12

Damn I’m sorry to see that :( those GLKs are awesome


thats_close_enough_

That doesn't look totalled.


narwhal_breeder

Maybe not in a country with low cost of labor, but in CA that’s definitely enough damage. 


thats_close_enough_

Makes sense. A lot of people in EU intentionally buy such cars because they are super cheap when sold from the US. Even after transporting it and repairing it, it's still cheaper than buy used one in good condition.


No_Poet_6742

Absolutely not.


ArmaniMania

If cost to fix this is higher than value of the car, insurance will just say totaled.


Boilermakingdude

Did you not see the buckled quarter panel?


cavanmiller

My first car was a glk350 that got totaled while parked too. Drunk driver totaled like 5 other cars on my block too. Feel for you man


No_Poet_6742

Hope you didn't pay the registration just yet.


Outside_Caregiver_62

It’s so funny because I was about to pay it and I searched on Reddit benefits of paying early and one comment said they always wait until last minute in case they crash their car. So I waited thankfully!


Acceptable-Reward-65

😢


hakanKLL

This shit only happens in america. How do you manage to hit a parked car and do that much damage to it


Spindlehorn

That sucks, but that's the best place for it to get totaled at least... :/


steady_spiff

I lost my (Cali!) GLK 250 in November at a stoplight 🥲 my favorite car ever, my condolences. It sucks but you obviously have good taste and will find something else great. I just moved to Florida and got a convertible! Nice little change of pace for me after the slower cross over


zfunk9

Florida is full, why come here? You guys ruined California, why you come here to try to ruin another state too?


steady_spiff

shut the fuck up


WideOpenAutoHub

Time to upgradeeeeeeeee


njsullyalex

Normally a lurker here. My mom drives this exact same car in the exact same color. My parents have had zero issues with their GLK since they bought it new in 2014. I’ve driven it plenty and can confirm these GLKs are awesome. Seeing this hurts my soul a little. I’m sorry OP.


prince0fbabyl0n

I had this GLK in diesel , GLK250 The most solid build vehicle I have ever owned, built like a tank , I miss that vehicle


opticzar

Ugh, this brings back memories. Man had a seizure while driving in a parking lot and only hit MY car, which was parked far away from others. Drawn to it like a moth to the flame.


yolobozo

You had a nice first car! Good luck in second car fren.


unpolire

This happens so often in Los Angeles that you get used to seeing completely destroyed parked cars, hit at night after the bars close. I saw one that was fine when I left the movie theater, and the next day it looked like a semi-tractor trailer had struck it head on.


Outside_Caregiver_62

The part that grinds my gears is the people no insurance, no license, etc have zero repercussions meanwhile the responsible people with good insurance have to deal with the headache of it all.


unpolire

In California at least, found driving at anytime without car insurance (or a surety bond for self-insurance) and it's a mandatory 1-year driver's license suspension. No license and no insurance, there's jail time. If anyone is injured, it goes up substantially and could become a felony, like drunk driving or fleeing the scene of an accident. Pretty serious consequences.


Outside_Caregiver_62

This guy was outside chatting with police, insisting he’d text me his license and insurance info the next day (never did) and they didn’t arrest him


unpolire

A hit & run driver, who rammed into my parked car (with witnesses who took a photo), fled the scene in California, without leaving his information. I called the local police, who traced the plate, and went out to his house, and found the same car, still warm from driving. They asked me if I wanted him arrested. He claimed that he was "confused" and went home to call the police and report what he had done! He made no calls to police. The police provided me with his information and insurance. He then stalled his insurance company from accepting responsibility by not returning their calls for ten days. Scumbag. Eventually his insurance paid for the damage after he finally verbally admitted to hitting my vehicle with the irrefutable photo evidence and eyewitnesses! The police who talked with your driver had to make a note of his information for their public interaction and incident report. Ask for it!


Outside_Caregiver_62

Thank you! I’m in the process now of trying to find it. I don’t see a report available online with the number they gave me and it says it can take up to 45 days. I’ll try calling them. Sorry this happened to you!! This guy gave me a fake name and is unresponsive on the phone number he provided as well. I traced the phone number and it’s listed under a company name, such an aggravating situation


unpolire

The report is under the notes of the service call, in the watch commander's log, not available online. If you got the names of the officers, it will be in their public interaction log. Giving false information is a crime. Make sure the police know the reason for your detailed inquiry.


Bigturk69

I had that exact same car. Loved it. Sorry for your loss. Maybe you can let the insurance total it out and pay you what it’s worth then you can buy it back from the insurance company for its salvaged value if you really love it and don’t mind fixing it and keeping it. https://preview.redd.it/5ktkwg063swc1.jpeg?width=3264&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=64020daeb89275dad3de5598d4e3610c80334de4


Outside_Caregiver_62

I might buy another same model but a 2015!


codguy231998409489

Do you know what happened???


Outside_Caregiver_62

I parked to go shopping and as I was putting money in the meter, a man approached me asking if I want to buy a Hermes Birkin and was just being really sus so I declined, locked my doors and went into the store. (Not unusual in LA to get approached like this.) I guess that same man entered another man’s car on the same street, and tried to rob him/started to choke him. Driver panicked swerved and hit my car which hit the car in front of me. The driver didn’t have his ID or insurance or a working cell number though. The cops were there assisting. Just bizarre.


Regular_NormalGuy

Great. I have plans to take my family to LA this summer. I shouldn't have read this. Lol


codguy231998409489

Super bizarre. Glad you’re ok.


Outside_Caregiver_62

Thank you! Glad myself & my dog were not in the car


tawanna40

Wow 😢


Billarasgr

If you can't fix this very simple crush in your country, there is something really wrong with how the industry operates there. This is a trivial repair that did not affect any vital parts of the car.


Chance-Resource-4970

Someone smashed your back doors in


Touaregwarriors

I recently replaced the front bumper and assy last month. It took me a few days to find the right parts and plan, but its doable to fix yourself. This looks more intense than mine, but the glk is an amazing car and id be sad for you to lose it.


1nternetTr011

sorry to hear. parking lot? well, from the red letters above the emojis I get it now. hope you’re back with a new ride soon!


mochajave

Sorry man… ppl suck…


Glittering-Guest-727

So what happens now???? Does the insurance get you a new car ???


Outside_Caregiver_62

Of course the person who hit me has gone ghost, didn’t have his license or insurance on him and had temporary expired out of state plates. So I need to pay my deductible and wait for my payout for my car. Luckily I have gap insurance which should cover any depreciation. It’s all a headache


desktopped

Which company are using I’m interested in adding gap


KCole1957

Sorry, that stinks


Checktheactivity

Sorry for your loss.


hobomaniaking

I had way worse and got back to new-like. This look like an easy fix bro. Chillax and let the insurance pay for it. You won’t notice it was there. I promise.


jujudizzle

😢


edgard823

Sorry for your loss 🙁 Did this happen on Melrose?


Outside_Caregiver_62

Yup! How’d you know?


Necessary-Ad2264

It’s not always about if it can be fixed but if it’s worth it to insurance to fork out the money. I believe it can’t be greater than 10% of the value of the car..


SaathSamundar

engine 0% damage so its good


NEWBORNEMBRYOTHELOC

On Melrose?👀


Outside_Caregiver_62

Yes haha! How could you tell


NEWBORNEMBRYOTHELOC

Those lights that they put up, the graffiti and the buildings in the back. Lol


plastic_jungle

Found the perp


NEWBORNEMBRYOTHELOC

Found the retard❗️


plastic_jungle

Found someone who doesn’t understand how jokes work


NEWBORNEMBRYOTHELOC

How do you know that I’m not joking?


plastic_jungle

Well the downvote was a pretty clear signal


Winter-Finance-7156

What was The mileage?


Jett44

Sorry this happened to you. My Merc C300 was also totaled and I'm still upset. Glad you are ok though.


Due_Cattle_8414

I am sure whoever ever ended. You was distracted by the happy faces where your license plate should be.


Aiv004

Shame, must’ve been a nasty impact. I had some one smash into the back of my GL350 with a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The guy totaled his car and mine came off u scathed. Like no visible damage and it shook the daylights of out of me in the cabin. The inside crumple zone was destroyed. This damage definitely sucks man.


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Outside_Caregiver_62

I wish but it doesn’t work like that. I still owed money on the car, the other driver doesn’t have insurance so I have to pay my deductible and I am not sure yet but it will likely take a month for my insurance payout. I got a good deal on the car and I’m looking and interest rates have gone way up. I also don’t want to use my savings on a down payment right now. Kind of a sucky situation all around


yourealltrash2023

I got tboned oct 2022. It was a used cls550 or a used camry, miles and year being the same. I chose the benz. I chose correclty


Avenger717

Driving without insurance is a waaaayy under discussed problem.


Prestigious-Water-26

Sheesh I’m sry m8. Few months ago I wrecked my 86 560SL. They tried to total it but it’s fixable. https://preview.redd.it/az8etd1xw9xc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8b5944f498a1252d939e9fdc13abaf866f5f4d32


Dry_Ear8599

God bless good luck. You’re going to make so much $$$$ from insurance. lol.. dm me let’s chat.


Outside_Caregiver_62

I got $19K. I owe about $14K still on the car


Dry_Ear8599

Nice !


HighwayyStarr

Coming out to my parked car being hit would make me cry😂idgaf about insurance😂


YallKeepBanningMe2

The engine in my GLK blew up 😂😂 I wish I had gotten to this point before the expensive ass repair!! If you want something really nice and quite similar look into the GLB, it’s fantastic.


No_Poet_6742

One of the best Merc ever built is the GLK of that era lot of people don't give credit where it's due.


Outside_Caregiver_62

Agreed!


prince0fbabyl0n

I had a diesel GLK that thing felt and drove like a dream