2011 Volvo S80 Insurance Rates

Searching for cheaper auto insurance rates for your Volvo S80? Nobody I know loves paying for auto insurance, especially knowing their premiums are too high.

You have so many car insurance companies to buy insurance from, and although it’s a good thing to have a selection, it can be more challenging to find the lowest cost provider.

This information will let you in on how to get online quotes and some tips to save money. If you have car insurance now, you will be able to lower your premiums substantially using these tips. But car owners do need to understand how the larger insurance companies sell online.

Discounts can really help lower rates

Some insurance providers don’t always list their entire list of discounts in a way that’s easy to find, so the list below gives a summary of some of the more common and also the more inconspicuous credits that you can use to lower your rates.

• Savings for New Vehicles – Buying a new car instead of a used car can cost up to 25% less since new model year vehicles have better safety ratings.
• Theft Deterent System – Cars, trucks, and SUVs that have factory anti-theft systems help deter theft and therefore earn up to a 10% discount.
• ABS Brakes – Anti-lock brake equipped vehicles prevent accidents so companies give up to a 10% discount.
• Bundled Policy Discount – If you combine your auto and home policies with the same insurance company you may earn nearly 15% which can help you find affordable car insurance.
• Save with More Vehicles Insured – Drivers who insure several vehicles with the same company can reduce rates for all insured vehicles.
• Claim Free – Insureds with no claims or accidents get the best auto insurance rates as compared to frequent claim filers.
• Senior Discount – Drivers that qualify as senior citizens could receive a discount up to 10% on S80 insurance.
• Homeowners Pay Less – Being a homeowner can get you a discount because it shows financial diligence.

As a disclaimer on discounts, most discount credits are not given the the whole policy. Some only reduce individual premiums such as physical damage coverage or medical payments. Just because you may think all those discounts means the company will pay you, you’re out of luck. Any amount of discount will help reduce your premiums.

Some of the insurance companies that may offer these discounts possibly include:

• State Farm
• American Family
• Geico
• 21st Century
• Progressive

When comparing rates, check with every insurance company the best way to save money. Some discounts listed above may not apply to policyholders in your area. To see a list of providers that offer multiple discounts, click here to view.

Will just any policy work for me?

When it comes to buying the best insurance coverage coverage, there isn’t really a “perfect” insurance plan. Everyone’s situation is unique so this has to be addressed. Here are some questions about coverages that might point out whether your personal situation may require specific advice.

• Am I covered when driving a rental car?
• Is borrowed equipment or tools covered if stolen or damaged?
• Can I afford to pay high deductible claims out of pocket?
• What if I total my 2011 Volvo S80 and owe more than it’s worth?
• Why does it cost so much to insure a teen driver?
• How high should deductibles be on a 2011 Volvo S80?
• Can I make deliveries for my home business?
• Does my policy cover me when driving someone else’s vehicle?
• What discounts do I qualify for?
• Is my custom paint covered by insurance?

If it’s difficult to answer those questions but you know they apply to you, you might consider talking to an insurance agent. If you don’t have a local agent, complete this form or go to this page to view a list of companies.

Save 15 percent in 15 minutes? Is it for real?

Allstate, Geico and Progressive regularly use television, radio, and online ads. They all seem to tend to make the same promise that you’ll save big if you change your policy. How does every auto insurance company sell you cheaper insurance coverage? This is how they do it.

All companies offer their best rates for the type of driver that will most likely be profitable. One example of a preferred risk may need to be between 25 and 40, insures multiple vehicles, and drives a safe vehicle. Anybody who matches those parameters receives the best premium rates and is almost guaranteed to save when switching.

Potential customers who do not match the ideal profile will probably have to pay higher premiums with the end result being the prospect going elsewhere. The trick is to say “drivers who switch” not “everyone that quotes” save money. That is how insurance companies can make those statements.

That is why drivers must compare quotes as often as possible. It’s just not possible to know which insurance companies will provide the lowest prices.

Auto insurance coverage basics

Knowing the specifics of your auto insurance policy can help you determine the best coverages and proper limits and deductibles. Policy terminology can be confusing and even agents have difficulty translating policy wording. Shown next are the normal coverages found on most auto insurance policies.

Liability car insurance

Liability insurance provides protection from damages or injuries you inflict on other’s property or people that is your fault. It protects you from claims by other people. Liability doesn’t cover your injuries or vehicle damage.

Coverage consists of three different limits, bodily injury for each person injured, bodily injury for the entire accident and a property damage limit. You might see policy limits of 25/50/25 that translate to $25,000 in coverage for each person’s injuries, a per accident bodily injury limit of $50,000, and a limit of $25,000 paid for damaged property. Some companies may use a combined single limit or CSL which combines the three limits into one amount without having the split limit caps.

Liability insurance covers things like court costs, repair costs for stationary objects, bail bonds, attorney fees and repair bills for other people’s vehicles. The amount of liability coverage you purchase is your choice, but it’s cheap coverage so purchase higher limits if possible.

Collision insurance

This covers damage to your S80 caused by collision with another vehicle or an object, but not an animal. You have to pay a deductible then your collision coverage will kick in.

Collision coverage pays for claims such as backing into a parked car, rolling your car and driving through your garage door. This coverage can be expensive, so consider removing coverage from vehicles that are older. It’s also possible to increase the deductible to bring the cost down.

Medical payments coverage and PIP

Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and medical payments coverage provide coverage for expenses for prosthetic devices, hospital visits and dental work. They can be utilized in addition to your health insurance policy or if you lack health insurance entirely. Coverage applies to you and your occupants and also covers being hit by a car walking across the street. PIP is not universally available but it provides additional coverages not offered by medical payments coverage

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage

This gives you protection when other motorists do not carry enough liability coverage. Covered losses include injuries sustained by your vehicle’s occupants as well as damage to your Volvo S80.

Since a lot of drivers have only the minimum liability required by law, their liability coverage can quickly be exhausted. So UM/UIM coverage is important protection for you and your family. Frequently these coverages are identical to your policy’s liability coverage.

Comprehensive coverage

This coverage will pay to fix damage that is not covered by collision coverage. You first must pay your deductible and then insurance will cover the rest of the damage.

Comprehensive coverage protects against things such as a broken windshield, fire damage and damage from getting keyed. The maximum amount you can receive from a comprehensive claim is the actual cash value, so if the vehicle’s value is low it’s probably time to drop comprehensive insurance.

One last thing

When shopping online for insurance coverage, it’s not a good idea to reduce needed coverages to save money. In too many instances, drivers have reduced uninsured motorist or liability limits only to regret that it was a big error on their part. Your strategy should be to find the BEST coverage at the best price and still be able to protect your assets.

Some companies may not offer rates over the internet and most of the time these small insurance companies sell through independent agencies. Cost effective 2011 Volvo S80 insurance can be purchased online in addition to many insurance agents, and you should compare rates from both in order to have the best price selection to choose from.

Additional insurance coverage information is available at the links below

• Determing Auto Insurance Rates (Geico)
• Parking Tips to Reduce Door Dings (State Farm)
• How Much Auto Coverage do I Need? (Insurance Information Insitute)
• Medical Payments Coverage (Liberty Mutual)
• Booster Seat Ratings (iihs.org)
• Avoiding Deer Collisions (Insurance Information Insitute)