Lower Your 1995 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Insurance Quotes

If you are new to getting car insurance quotes online, most likely you are bewildered due to the large number insurance agents and companies that all say they have the best rates.

You should make it a habit to compare prices yearly because prices change regularly. Even if you got the best rate on Mustang SVT Cobra insurance last year the chances are good that you can find a lower premium rate today. Forget anything you know (or think you know) about auto insurance because I’m going to teach you how to use the internet to save on auto insurance.

Shopping for the lowest cost insurance can be fairly easy. Essentially everyone who shops for insurance most likely will be able to find lower rates. But consumers should learn the methods companies use to sell insurance online and use this information to your advantage.

Do you qualify for discounts?

Some companies do not list the complete list of policy discounts in an easy-to-find place, so the following list contains some of the more common in addition to some of the lesser obvious discounts that may be available.

• Discount for Life Insurance – If the company offers life insurance, you could get better car insurancerates if you take out some life insurance in addition to your auto policy.
• Payment Discounts – If you can afford to pay the entire bill rather than spreading payments over time you can avoid the installment charge.
• Anti-lock Brake Discount – Vehicles with ABS braking systems or traction control are much safer to drive and the ABS can save up to 10%.
• Discount for Good Grades – Being a good student can earn a discount of 20% or more. Many companies even apply the discount to college students until age 25.
• Distant Student – College-age children who are enrolled in higher education away from home and do not take a car to college may qualify for this discount.
• Telematics Data Discounts – Drivers that enable companies to look at when and where they use their vehicle by using a telematic data system like Allstate’s Drivewise might get better premium rates if they show good driving skills.

A little note about advertised discounts, most of the big mark downs will not be given to the entire cost. Most only apply to the price of certain insurance coverages like physical damage coverage or medical payments. Despite the appearance that all those discounts means the company will pay you, you’re out of luck.

A list of car insurance companies and the discounts they provide are included below.

• Progressive policyholders can earn discounts including homeowner, online quote discount, multi-policy, continuous coverage, multi-vehicle, online signing, and good student.
• The Hartford may have discounts that include bundle, driver training, good student, air bag, anti-theft, and defensive driver.
• Mercury Insurance offers discounts for location of vehicle, multi-car, good student, type of vehicle, low natural disaster claims, age of vehicle, and professional/association.
• Geico discounts include anti-theft, five-year accident-free, multi-policy, defensive driver, good student, and federal employee.
• AAA has savings for good driver, good student, pay-in-full, AAA membership discount, and education and occupation.
• State Farm offers discounts including accident-free, Drive Safe & Save, Steer Clear safe driver discount, anti-theft, and student away at school.

Check with each insurance company which discounts can lower your rates. Some discounts may not be offered in your area.

How much does insurance coverage cost?

Performing a rate comparison can be a daunting task if you don’t know the most efficient way. You can waste a lot of time talking about coverages with insurance companies in your area, or you can utilize the web for quick rates.

Most of the larger companies participate in an industry program that allows shoppers to complete one form, and at least one company then returns a price quote. This saves time by eliminating quote requests for every insurance coverage company. To get comparison pricing now click to open in new window.

The one downside to comparing rates this way is you can’t choose the insurers you will receive quotes from. If you prefer to choose specific providers to compare rates, we have a page of the cheapest insurance coverage companies in your area. Click to view list.

The method you choose is up to you, but be sure you’re using identical coverage limits and deductibles for each comparison quote. If you have differing limits you can’t possibly get a fair rate comparison. Just slight variations in limits could throw off the whole comparison. And when comparing insurance coverage rates, know that comparing more rates from different companies helps you find a better price. Some smaller insurers to not give price estimates online, so you need to compare prices on coverage from those companies, too.

Don’t assume everyone needs the same auto insurance coverage

When it comes to buying proper insurance coverage, there really is not a perfect coverage plan. Every situation is different.

Here are some questions about coverages that may help highlight whether you would benefit from professional advice.

• Does my liability insurance cover pulling a trailer or camper?
• Do I have coverage when pulling a U-Haul trailer?
• Where can I find high-risk insurance?
• When can my company non-renew my policy?
• Can my teen driver be rated on a liability-only vehicle?
• When should my teen driver be added to my policy?
• Do I need rental car coverage?

If you’re not sure about those questions but you know they apply to you then you might want to talk to a licensed agent. To find lower rates from a local agent, fill out this quick form.

Car insurance coverages for a 1995 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

Knowing the specifics of insurance can help you determine appropriate coverage at the best deductibles and correct limits. Insurance terms can be confusing and coverage can change by endorsement.

Comprehensive (Other than Collision)

This pays for damage that is not covered by collision coverage. A deductible will apply and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive coverage protects against claims such as damage from flooding, fire damage, a tree branch falling on your vehicle, vandalism and hail damage. The most a insurance company will pay at claim time is the actual cash value, so if your deductible is as high as the vehicle’s value it’s probably time to drop comprehensive insurance.

Medical expense insurance

Med pay and PIP coverage provide coverage for bills like EMT expenses, dental work, surgery, chiropractic care and funeral costs. The coverages can be used in conjunction with a health insurance policy or if you lack health insurance entirely. It covers you and your occupants as well as any family member struck as a pedestrian. PIP coverage is only offered in select states but it provides additional coverages not offered by medical payments coverage

Coverage for liability

Liability insurance protects you from injuries or damage you cause to other people or property by causing an accident. This coverage protects you from claims by other people. It does not cover damage sustained by your vehicle in an accident.

Split limit liability has three limits of coverage: bodily injury per person, bodily injury per accident and property damage. You commonly see limits of 100/300/100 which stand for a $100,000 limit per person for injuries, a per accident bodily injury limit of $300,000, and property damage coverage for $100,000. Another option is one limit called combined single limit (CSL) which provides one coverage limit rather than limiting it on a per person basis.

Liability can pay for claims such as emergency aid, court costs, medical expenses, attorney fees and structural damage. How much coverage you buy is your choice, but you should buy as much as you can afford.

Protection from uninsured/underinsured drivers

Your UM/UIM coverage gives you protection from other drivers when they are uninsured or don’t have enough coverage. Covered claims include medical payments for you and your occupants as well as damage to your Ford Mustang SVT Cobra.

Due to the fact that many drivers only purchase the least amount of liability that is required, their limits can quickly be used up. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage is a good idea. Normally the UM/UIM limits do not exceed the liability coverage limits.

Coverage for collisions

This coverage covers damage to your Mustang SVT Cobra caused by collision with another car or object. A deductible applies and then insurance will cover the remainder.

Collision can pay for claims such as crashing into a building, colliding with another moving vehicle, sideswiping another vehicle, backing into a parked car and crashing into a ditch. Collision coverage makes up a good portion of your premium, so consider dropping it from older vehicles. Drivers also have the option to bump up the deductible to get cheaper collision coverage.

Don’t break the bank

Some insurance companies do not provide internet price quotes and most of the time these regional insurance providers only sell through independent insurance agents. Lower-priced insurance can be purchased online as well as from independent agents, and you should compare rates from both to have the best rate selection.

Consumers leave their current company for a number of reasons such as policy non-renewal, delays in responding to claim requests, unfair underwriting practices and poor customer service. It doesn’t matter what your reason, switching companies can be pretty painless.

As you prepare to switch companies, it’s a bad idea to buy poor coverage just to save money. In many instances, consumers will sacrifice full coverage only to regret at claim time that it was a big mistake. Your aim should be to get the best coverage possible for the lowest cost, but do not sacrifice coverage to save money.

Additional information is located at the links below

• Safe Vehicles for Teens (iihs.org)
• Your Car has been Stolen: Now What? (Allstate)
• Alcohol Impaired Driving FAQ (iihs.org)
• Car Insurance for Teen Drivers with Divorced Parents (Allstate)
• How Can I Save Money on Auto Insurance? (Insurance Information Insitute)
• Teen Driver Statistics (Insurance Information Insitute)