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Agreed Value Car Insurance

If your vehicle is written off in an accident or stolen, the pain and inconvenience of being without a car is bad enough. If you’re left out of pocket on top of that, those feelings of frustration are only like to grow.

Your motor insurer will offer a payout in line with your car’s value at the time. Due to depreciation, that could be thousands of pounds less than what you paid for it in the first place. That’s a position nobody wants to be in, but Agreed Value Car Insurance from Direct Gap can protect you.

If your vehicle is declared a total loss, Agreed Value Gap Insurance will pay the difference between your motor insurer’s settlement and 100% of the Glass’s Guide Retail Price on the day you purchased this policy.

  • Covers new & used cars
  • Cover from 1 to 4 years
  • 30-day money back guarantee
  • Covers all factory fitted optional extras
  • Covers loss of vehicle through theft of keys
  • Covers insurance excess up to £1,000
  • Covers all drivers on your insurance policy
  • Free transferable cover

Why choose Direct Gap for your Agreed Value Insurance policy

We’re one of the leading providers of Gap Insurance in the UK. Here are just some of the reasons to come to us for your Agreed Value policy:

·  Knowledge: All of our team are highly trained, with plenty of expertise in all things motoring and insurance. You won’t have to deal with any call centres either.

·  Integrity: Our staff will always put your best interests first – they don’t make any commission from sales of Agreed Value Car Insurance.

·  Responsibility: We hold ourselves to the highest possible standards and we’re fully regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

·  Flexibility: We’ll do everything we can to provide you with an Agreed Value Insurance policy that works for you and your vehicle.

·  Service: We pride ourselves on looking after our customers, so we’re delighted to receive a 5-star Feefo rating as well as thousands of glowing reviews, some of which you can see below.

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See what our customers are saying about us

Ranjit Ghag 11 Dec 2023

55 star rating

I have previously used this service and find it amazing, competitive prices and cheaper than buying direct from dealers.

Julian Portman 26 Jan 2024

55 star rating

Very easy to arrange. Competitive price. Used with two previous cars.

Martin Priest 26 Jan 2023

55 star rating

Polite and informative, easy to contact and talk to and the products are cheaper than the dealer

Gillian Millar 12 Jan 2023

55 star rating

Nice and easy website and good value compared to main dealer.

natasha badger 28 Oct 2023

55 star rating

Easy to use and half the cost the dealership wanted for a gap policy

Scott Selbie 8 Sep 2023

55 star rating

Very competitively priced and easy to complete website I would recommend to others

Dave Wilkinson 6 Sep 2023

55 star rating

Very straight-forward and a compoetitive price.

Gary Smith 13 Jul 2023

55 star rating

Competitive rates and very straight forward to use. Thank you

clive williams 14 Jul 2023

55 star rating

As always great first class customer service. Have always used and will continue to do so. !! Thanks

Noel Egbury 22 Jun 2023

55 star rating

Very quick to obtain a quote and much, much cheaper than the main dealer price offered at the point of sale.

MARK HURDLEY 28 Oct 2023

55 star rating

Brilliant, a lot cheaper than getting it through the dealer and so easy to set up, will tell my family to use you in the future.

Surjit Pangli 15 Mar 2023

55 star rating

Easy to use site. Considerably less than dealer's quote.

Richard. Alan. Smith 16 Jul 2023

55 star rating

Second time used for gap insurance, no hassle just straight forward application process and a sensible cost. Would highly recommend.

Peter Egerton 1 Feb 2024

55 star rating

It’s so easy to set up and I’m confident in the policy that it covers all my costs.

Michael Voyzey 4 Jan 2024

55 star rating

Really easy to purchase a Gap Insurance Policy this is my second one with Direct Gap

Gary (Manchester) 31 Oct 2023

55 star rating

Straight forward & easy to use website. Explained what was covered, easy to understand & complete purchase. Much better value than what was offered by car dealership.

Susan Smith 13 Mar 2023

55 star rating

Much cheaper than other quotes. Easy to do. I phoned to talk to an adviser as never needed this type of insurance before. No hold time and very helpful.

Stuart Weatherdon 8 Jun 2023

55 star rating

Straight forward to buy & much cheaper than the dealer...👍 hopefully I will never need it, but its peace of mind if the unthinkable should happen...

R Collister 23 Dec 2013

55 star rating

Simply because of value for money, and a professional service.

Justyn Rhead 5 Dec 2017

55 star rating

I reviewed a few different companies but I found directgap to be the best on price and very easy to complete online. Very pleased with the service.

geoffrey mclean 23 Dec 2013

55 star rating

Better price than dealer, better cover and far far better service

Andy C 23 Dec 2019

55 star rating

Very efficient and simple process that literally took minutes to set up. Able to get both GAP and Alloy Wheel insurance for far less than the main dealer!

wing sze leong 23 Dec 2013

55 star rating

Competitive price and easy to use website

John Carnegie 26 Jan 2019

55 star rating

Excellent service and payment, just taken out my 2nd policy after first class service I received after my insurance company declared my car a total loss.

FAQ

What does ‘agreed value’ mean?

‘Agreed value’ refers to the retail price of your vehicle on the day that you purchase this policy. We use the Glass’s Guide to determine the market worth of your car, and your policy will cover the difference between that figure and the payout you receive from your motor insurer in the event of your vehicle being written off or stolen.

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What is Agreed Value Car Insurance?

Agreed Value Insurance can provide priceless financial protection. If your car is declared a total loss, it covers the difference between the settlement from your motor insurance company and the retail price of your vehicle when you took out this policy.

How does Agreed Value Insurance work?

As an example, let’s say you bought a new car for £20,000 and took out an Agreed Value Insurance policy at the same time. After a couple of years, your vehicle is written off in an accident. Let’s say that, by this point, its worth has depreciated to £15,000. Your motor insurance company provides a settlement in line with its market value at that stage, rather than the £20,000 you initially paid. That leaves you £5,000 out of pocket, but your Agreed Value Insurance covers that difference, so you don’t lose out.

Do I need Agreed Value Car Insurance?

Agreed Value Insurance isn’t a legal requirement like a standard motor policy. However, it could prove a sensible decision. Cars – especially new models – can depreciate quickly, and if something were to happen to your pride and joy then you could be left thousands of pounds out of pocket, even once you’ve received a settlement from your motor insurer. Our quotes start from just £109, so we think it’s a small price to pay for that peace of mind.

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What is total loss?

Only your insurer can declare the vehicle a total loss. Usually, this results from accidental damage, your fault or third-party fault, fire, theft or vandalism.

Total loss means that you have claimed under your motor insurance, your claim has been agreed, your vehicle has been forfeited (title of the vehicle transferred to the motor insurer) and a payment made following the incident.

Will my Agreed Value Car Insurance cover me if I’m at fault?

Yes, even if you are to blame for the accident that causes your car to be written off, you will still be protected by your Agreed Value Insurance. Of course, as with any policy, there are exclusions that apply. These include driving under the influence of alcohol/non-prescription drugs or being involved in illegal activity. You can read the full terms and conditions in your policy wording.

Can I get Agreed Value Insurance if I bought my car on finance?

Yes, you can take out Agreed Value Car Insurance for vehicles paid for on finance. However, if the outstanding finance balance exceeds the value that we have agreed upon, you will have to cover that difference from your own pocket.

Is Agreed Value Insurance only for new cars?

You can take out Agreed Value Car Insurance on a used vehicle, but it may make more sense to purchase a policy for a newer model. These will come with a higher retail price and tend to depreciate more quickly, so you could be facing a greater shortfall if your car is written off or stolen.

Can I take out an Agreed Value Insurance policy at any time?

Yes, Agreed Value Insurance can be purchased at any time, regardless of how long you have owned the vehicle.

Can I defer my Agreed Value Insurance policy?

There are some motor insurers that offer new-for-old cover in the first 12 months, which is why many drivers choose to defer their Gap Insurance policies for the first year. However, Agreed Value Insurance is designed to protect those drivers who fall outside of the usual 180-day qualifying period for our other gap policies, so deferring does not apply.

How do I get an Agreed Value Car Insurance quote?

To get a quote for Agreed Value Car Insurance, you just need to follow three simple steps. All we need from you is your vehicle’s value, your desired cover limit and length of policy. Once we have those details, you’ll have your estimate in a matter of seconds.

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How can I pay for Agreed Value Car Insurance?

You can pay through one upfront payment via credit or debit card without any charges. Or, we can arrange credit payments over 12 months. Please note those payments are collected by a third-party agency and a small administration fee applies.

What is the claim limit?

The claim limit on an Agreed Value Insurance policy is the difference between the motor insurer’s settlement at the point of total loss and 100% of Glass's Guide retail value of the vehicle when you purchased the policy.

You need to select a suitable claim limit to ensure adequate cover for the term and price of your vehicle.

Why would this policy not pay out?

The main exclusions on this policy are:

The vehicle becoming a total loss whilst the driver is under the influence of non-prescription drugs; under the influence of alcohol; involved in illegal activity, fraud or an act of wilful negligence – for example leaving the keys in the ignition whilst the vehicle is unattended.

Please see your policy terms and conditions for a full listing.

When and how do I receive my policy documents?

Policy documents together with confirmation of payment are sent by email as soon as you make the payment.

Whose name should the policy be in?

The policy should always be in the name of the owner or registered keeper of the vehicle.

Does Agreed Value Car Insurance cover my motor policy excess?

Yes, up to £1,000 in the event of a total loss claim.

Can anyone drive my car and still be covered by my Agreed Value Insurance?

Yes, anyone included on your comprehensive policy as a named driver will be covered by your Agreed Value Car Insurance.

Does my Agreed Value Insurance cover me for driving abroad?

You are insured in member countries of the European Community. You are also covered in any nations where an International Motor Insurance Certificate (Green Card) is effective on your vehicle at the point of total loss up to 120 days in any one trip.

Do I get a courtesy car with an Agreed Value Insurance policy?

No, we do not provide a courtesy car as part of your Agreed Value Insurance. Your standard motor policy may include this as a benefit, but please check the terms and conditions to be sure.

Can I cancel my Agreed Value Car Insurance?

Yes, you can cancel your Agreed Value Car Insurance completely free of charge within 30 days of the policy’s start date. This is more than twice the legal requirement of 14 days. If you choose to cancel once that grace period ends, you’ll be charged a fee of £35 and given a refund on a pro-rata basis.