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Originally Posted by al_roverMG
As for removing bits if the insurance assessor has not yet seen the car then you can take what you like as it does not yet "belong" to them. Once the car is assessed then they technically own the car and so removing bits is theft.
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Surely if bits eg. spoiler, spats etc. are removed before the car is assessed then this will devalue the car and a smaller payout will be offered.
You still legally own the car after it is assessed. The insurance company don't own the car until you bank a settlement cheque and hand in the V5.