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Is damage to the sump covered by insurance?
The lower casing on the engine hit the ground on a minor country road, damaging the sump and drained the oil causing the engine to seize. Does my comprehensive insurance cover this?
Our answer:
Hi Michael,
That may vary from insurer to insurer. Best bet is to call them up and talk to them about it, or look through the fine print of your policy documentation.
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