Re: Suggestion for an antique outboard appraiser?

[DAN ANDERSON]

Unfortunately this is a story we hear too often. Let’s forget about the value a minute and concentrate on what has happened with the shipping damage. Doesn’t matter if it was shipped by a UPS store (agent) or UPS. It has $100 insurance automatically! If you put more insurance on it (paid for it) that is a contract! They accepted your money and owe you that amount minimum. I would assume you have sentimental value since it was your dad’s motor. May be hard to get much more for that, but your can try. If you have a lawyer in the family don’t be shy about using it! Shipping companies are bullies & will try to get you to settle for least amout. Don’t do that! We can’t tell what your motor is worth till we see it, but get at least your insured amount. IMHO

Dan in TN