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I got a call at lunch time, he guy was grateful and thanked me for leaving a note. I offered £100 for repairs, as I thought that was beyond reasonable. The car was a small black car 2007 note, the repairs would have been a retouch/respray as no dents. My car has a dent in wheel bumper, but I cant afford to have mine repaired. Anyway, he said it was his sons car and he would see what his son says, tang me back quickly after saying £100 is fine. I dropped it off on school run and asked him to sign a receipt so I have proof I have paid. He said he couldn't believe how honest I was, I could have driven off. I suppose I could have, regardless of witnesses, people do it. I have a conscience and wouldn't sleep at night thinking it will come back to me eventually via another way.
I would not let him take the mick of my generosity/honesty, although I feel maybe I should have offered £80, its done now so I'm happy. No insurance claim means no increased premium. Its a shame this stress occurs when we are insured, the policies are useless for this kind of thing.
thanks for asking my darlings
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