Trying to come up with a payment for pricey auto insurance can consume your budget and force you to prioritize other expenses. Comparison shopping is free, only takes a few minutes, and is a good way to ensure you are getting the best deal.
Due to the large number of insurance providers from which to choose, it can be hard to locate the most affordable auto insurance company.
Finding affordable coverage is not that difficult. In a nutshell, every vehicle owner who carries car insurance should be able to find better rates. Nevertheless, consumers can benefit by having an understanding of the way companies compete online because it can help you find the best coverage.
Insurance can cost an arm and a leg, but you might be missing out on some discounts that you may not know about. Certain discounts will be applied at the time of purchase, but some may not be applied and must be asked for in order for you to get them. If you check and find you aren’t receiving every discount you deserve, you are not getting the best rate possible.
Don’t be surprised that some credits don’t apply to the overall cost of the policy. Some only reduce the cost of specific coverages such as medical payments or collision. So even though they make it sound like you would end up receiving a 100% discount, insurance companies wouldn’t stay in business.
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Shopping for lower car insurance rates can be exhausting if you don’t know the easiest way. You can waste a lot of time talking about coverages with agents in your area, or you could save time and use online quotes to quickly compare rates.
All the larger companies take part in a program where insurance shoppers submit their information once, and every company can provide price quotes for coverage. This saves time by eliminating quote forms to each company.
To access this free quoting program, click here to start a free quote.
One minor caviat to using this type of system is you don’t know exactly the companies you want to price. So if you prefer to pick individual companies to compare, we have a page of low cost car insurance companies in your area. Click here for list of insurance companies.
It’s up to you which method you use, but do your best to enter the exact same coverages and limits for each price quote. If you compare different coverage information it’s not possible to determine the lowest rate for your Ford Shelby GT500. Quoting even small variations in insurance coverages or limits could mean much higher rates. And when comparison shopping, comparing a large number of companies will improve the odds of getting the best price.
Many factors are used in the calculation when quoting car insurance. Most are fairly basic such as traffic violations, but others are not as apparent such as whether you are married or how safe your car is.
When buying the best car insurance coverage for your personal vehicles, there is no single plan that fits everyone. Everyone’s situation is unique and a cookie cutter policy won’t apply. For example, these questions may help highlight whether you might need professional guidance.
If you can’t answer these questions but a few of them apply then you might want to talk to an agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, fill out this quick form or click here for a list of car insurance companies in your area.
Insurance coverage companies such as Geico, State Farm and Progressive constantly bombard you with ads on television and other media. They all say the same thing that drivers will save a bundle if you change your insurance coverage coverage to their company. How does every company make almost identical claims? This is the way they can do it.
Different companies have specific criteria for the type of customer that earns them the highest profit. A good example of a profitable customer may be over the age of 40, has never had a policy lapse, and has a high credit rating. Any driver who fits that profile receive the lowest rate quotes and have a good chance to save if they switch.
People who do not match the ideal profile will probably be forced to pay a higher premium and ends up with the customer not purchasing. The wording the ads use say “drivers who switch” not “everyone that quotes” save that much. That is how insurance companies can make it sound like they have such great car insurance rates. Because of this risk profiling, drivers must get as many free insurance coverage quotes as possible. It’s impossible to know which company will be your best fit.
Understanding the coverages of a car insurance policy aids in choosing appropriate coverage for your vehicles. The terms used in a policy can be ambiguous and even agents have difficulty translating policy wording. Listed below are typical coverages offered by car insurance companies.
Collision coverage protection
Collision insurance covers damage to your Shelby GT500 caused by collision with another vehicle or an object, but not an animal. A deductible applies then your collision coverage will kick in.
Collision coverage pays for claims such as rolling your car, sustaining damage from a pot hole and damaging your car on a curb. Collision is rather expensive coverage, so analyze the benefit of dropping coverage from vehicles that are older. Drivers also have the option to choose a higher deductible in order to get cheaper collision rates.
Liability
Liability insurance protects you from injuries or damage you cause to a person or their property in an accident. This coverage protects you against other people’s claims. Liability doesn’t cover damage sustained by your vehicle in an accident.
Liability coverage has three limits: bodily injury for each person, bodily injury for the entire accident, and a limit for property damage. You might see limits of 100/300/100 that means you have a limit of $100,000 per injured person, a total of $300,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and a limit of $100,000 paid for damaged property.
Liability insurance covers claims like loss of income, bail bonds and repair costs for stationary objects. How much coverage you buy is a personal decision, but you should buy as much as you can afford.
Comprehensive (Other than Collision)
Comprehensive insurance will pay to fix damage from a wide range of events other than collision. You first must pay your deductible and then insurance will cover the rest of the damage.
Comprehensive coverage protects against claims such as damage from getting keyed, hitting a bird, damage from a tornado or hurricane and fire damage. The most you can receive from a comprehensive claim is the actual cash value, so if the vehicle is not worth much consider dropping full coverage.
Medical expense insurance
Coverage for medical payments and/or PIP reimburse you for immediate expenses such as ambulance fees, EMT expenses, funeral costs, rehabilitation expenses and pain medications. They are often used to cover expenses not covered by your health insurance plan or if you are not covered by health insurance. Coverage applies to not only the driver but also the vehicle occupants in addition to being hit by a car walking across the street. Personal injury protection coverage is not an option in every state and may carry a deductible
Protection from uninsured/underinsured drivers
This coverage protects you and your vehicle’s occupants from other motorists when they either are underinsured or have no liability coverage at all. Covered losses include injuries sustained by your vehicle’s occupants and damage to your Ford Shelby GT500.
Because many people only carry the minimum required liability limits, it doesn’t take a major accident to exceed their coverage limits. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage should not be overlooked.
As you prepare to switch companies, it’s very important that you do not skimp on critical coverages to save a buck or two. There are too many instances where drivers have reduced uninsured motorist or liability limits to discover at claim time that their decision to reduce coverage ended up costing them more. Your objective should be to buy a smart amount of coverage for the lowest price and still be able to protect your assets.
Discount 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 insurance is available online and with local insurance agents, so you should be comparing quotes from both in order to have the best price selection to choose from. Some insurance companies may not provide online price quotes and usually these small insurance companies provide coverage only through independent insurance agents.
We’ve covered some good ideas how to shop for 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 insurance online. The key concept to understand is the more companies you get premium rates for, the better chance you’ll have of finding affordable insurance coverage. You may be surprised to find that the biggest savings come from a smaller regional carrier. They often have lower premium rates on specific markets than the large multi-state companies such as Geico and State Farm.
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Casandra Meadows
Anyone like their agent?
Pamella Head
I got decent rates for a 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 in New Haven, CT. Ended up at about $400 every six months with AAA. Ask about discounts. Get lots of quotes to find the best rate.
Rudolf Bolton
Here’s my info. I’m in the west part of Bangor, ME. Got car insurance quotes with MetLife, Erie, Allstate, and AAA for my 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 and I think I am saving around $60 each month.
Colton Bradshaw
From Charlotte, NC, and Progressive rates were best. It’s easy to compare rates online now.
Kristina Herrera
Just a quick comment on my experience. Live in Spokane, Washington. I compared lots of rates. Saved darn near $60 a month. GEICO was the most affordable for me. Just go online and compare their rates.
Agripina Acevedo
I was with Liberty Mutual last year but switched to Progressive. From a town just southwest of Norman, Oklahoma. I’m a pretty good driver though. Online quotes are the way to go.
Kristy Stout
Cheap is not always the best policy. I’m just north of Rutland, Vermont. I quoted with Western Auto Insurance, Auto-Owners, Hartford, and Sentry for my Shelby GT500 and I think I saved around $70 each month. Left Progressive to switch. I increased coverages a little too. Not sure about claim service.
Anja Andrews
Cheap is not always the best policy. I’m in the suburbs of Knoxville, TN. Not sure of all the companies but I ended up saving about $30 each month. I have kids on my policy, too. Not sure if rates are cheaper online or through an agent.
Nohemi Dawson
Cheap is not always the best policy. I live in Rochester, New York. I quoted with 21st Century, The General, and Farmers for my Shelby GT500 and saved around $450 a year. BTW speeding tickets are not good. Might find lower rates online.
Santa Singleton
I live in Henderson, NV. Compared rates from a lot of places. Saved darn near $20 a month. Allstate was the most affordable for me. Insured with USAA before. I’m a pretty low risk driver. Bought it from an online quote.
Elva Solomon
If you have a good history and live around Green Bay, WI, check out State Farm. They seem to be cheaper. It never hurts to quote around.
Rozanne Justice
Good site, thanks. I’m in the north part of Tulsa, OK. Got quotes with AIG Insurance, MetLife, and some smaller one I can’t remember the name of for my Ford and am saving around $490 a year. I get lower rates because of my clean driving record.
Mercedez Parrish
Hope my car insurance gets cheaper. I’m in the south part of Idaho Falls, ID. Got quotes with GEICO, AIG Insurance, and some I forget for my Shelby GT500 and saved about $550 a year. I have a couple other vehicles on the policy. :)
Darlene Noel
Lifelong resident of Salem, Oregon. Quoted a bunch of companies. Saved right around $60 a month. GEICO was the cheapest for me. Insured with Allstate before.
Ludivina England
Hope my rates come down. I live on the south side of Kailua, HI. Quoted rates from Allstate, Auto-Owners, and Farmers for my 2010 Ford Shelby GT500 and cut my rates about $250 a year. Switched homeowners coverage too. Just waiting to see how claims go.
Velia Baird
In Honolulu, HI try State Farm or GEICO. Both had decent prices.