Cheap 2004 Acura TSX Insurance Rates

Looking for better insurance rates for your Acura TSX? Paying for high-priced Acura TSX insurance can dwindle your family’s budget and force you to cut corners elsewhere. Comparing price quotes is free, only takes a few minutes, and is a good way to lower your monthly bill.

Popular companies such as Geico, 21st Century and Progressive constantly bombard you with catchy ads and it can be hard to see past the corporate glitz and find the best price available.

Get lower-cost insurance with discounts

The price of auto insurance can be rather high, but you can get discounts to help bring down the price. Many discounts should be triggered when you purchase, but some must be manually applied before being credited.

• Telematics Discount – Drivers who elect to allow driving data submission to spy on driving manner remotely such as Snapshot from Progressive or Drivewise from Allstate could see a rate decrease if they are good drivers.
• Passive Restraint Discount – Options like air bags or motorized seat belts can receive discounts of 20% or more.
• Anti-lock Brake Discount – Cars and trucks with ABS braking systems or traction control can reduce accidents and will save you 10% or more.
• No Charge for an Accident – Not a discount per se, but certain companies will forgive one accident before they charge you more for coverage if your claims history is clear for a specific time period.
• Life Insurance – Not every insurance company offers life insurance, but if they do you may earn a discount if you purchase a life policy as well.
• Discount for Low Mileage – Keeping the miles down on your Acura can qualify you for substantially lower rates.

A quick disclaimer, most discount credits are not given the the whole policy. The majority will only reduce the cost of specific coverages such as liability, collision or medical payments. So despite the fact that it appears you can get free auto insurance, insurance companies wouldn’t stay in business.

Some of the insurance companies who might offer these discounts include:

• State Farm
• Progressive
• Travelers
• American Family
• Liberty Mutual

Before buying, ask each company or agent which discounts you qualify for. All car insurance discounts might not apply everywhere. To see insurance companies that offer discounts, click here to view.

Tailor your car insurance coverage to you

When choosing proper insurance coverage, there isn’t really a “perfect” insurance plan. Your needs are not the same as everyone else’s so your insurance should reflect that For instance, these questions might help in determining whether you would benefit from professional advice.

• Is my vehicle covered by my employer’s policy when using it for work?
• How much liability coverage do I need in my state?
• What is high-risk coverage and where do I buy it?
• What exactly is covered by my policy?
• Does my insurance cover a custom paint job?
• Can I afford to buy a different vehicle if my 2004 Acura TSX is totaled?

If it’s difficult to answer those questions, you may need to chat with an insurance agent. If you don’t have a local agent, fill out this quick form or go to this page to view a list of companies. It’s fast, free and can help protect your family.

Car insurance 101

Knowing the specifics of a insurance policy can help you determine the right coverages and the correct deductibles and limits. Insurance terms can be ambiguous and nobody wants to actually read their policy. These are typical coverage types offered by insurance companies.

UM/UIM Coverage – This protects you and your vehicle when the “other guys” either have no liability insurance or not enough. Covered claims include injuries to you and your family as well as your vehicle’s damage.

Due to the fact that many drivers only purchase the least amount of liability that is required, their limits can quickly be used up. So UM/UIM coverage is a good idea.

Medical costs insurance – Med pay and PIP coverage reimburse you for bills for things like dental work, ambulance fees, funeral costs and pain medications. The coverages can be used in conjunction with a health insurance policy or if you do not have health coverage. It covers both the driver and 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

Collision coverage – Collision coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage resulting from a collision with another car or object. You will need to pay your deductible then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.

Collision coverage pays for things such as colliding with another moving vehicle, damaging your car on a curb, colliding with a tree, driving through your garage door and crashing into a building. This coverage can be expensive, so you might think about dropping it from vehicles that are 8 years or older. You can also bump up the deductible in order to get cheaper collision rates.

Auto liability – Liability insurance provides protection from damages or injuries you inflict on other’s property or people by causing an accident. This coverage protects you from claims by other people, and doesn’t cover your injuries or vehicle damage.

Split limit liability has three limits of coverage: bodily injury for each person, bodily injury for the entire accident, and a limit for property damage. You commonly see limits of 25/50/25 which stand for $25,000 bodily injury coverage, a total of $50,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and a total limit of $25,000 for damage to vehicles and property.

Liability coverage protects against things such as repair bills for other people’s vehicles, structural damage, medical expenses and attorney fees. How much liability should you purchase? That is up to you, but you should buy higher limits if possible.

Comprehensive or Other Than Collision – Comprehensive insurance coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage OTHER than collision with another vehicle or object. You first must pay your deductible then the remaining damage will be covered by your comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive coverage protects against things such as theft, hail damage, damage from flooding, fire damage and hitting a bird. The highest amount a insurance company will pay at claim time is the actual cash value, so if the vehicle’s value is low consider dropping full coverage.

Stretch your dollar

You just read some good ideas how you can lower your 2004 Acura TSX insurance car insurance rates. The most important thing to understand is the more companies you get premium rates for, the higher your chance of finding inexpensive auto insurance. You may even discover the most savings is with an unexpected company. Some small companies often have lower premium rates on specific markets than their larger competitors like Allstate and Progressive.

A few companies may not have internet price quotes and usually these small insurance companies only sell coverage through independent agents. Cheap 2004 Acura TSX insurance is possible both online as well as from independent agents, so compare prices from both in order to have the best price selection to choose from.

As you restructure your insurance plan, it’s not a good idea to skimp on critical coverages to save a buck or two. There are many occasions where an insured cut physical damage coverage only to discover later they didn’t purchase enough coverage. Your aim should be to find the BEST coverage at the best possible price while not skimping on critical coverages.

Much more information about insurance coverage is located at the links below

• Collision Insurance Coverage (Nationwide)
• Uninsured Motorist Statistics (Insurance Information Insitute)
• Get the Right Protection (InsureUonline.org)
• Vehicle Insurance (Wikipedia)