2005 Ford Focus Car Insurance Quotes

Searching for cheaper insurance coverage rates for your Ford Focus? Locating cheaper insurance for your Ford Focus can be difficult, but you can follow the following methods to make it easier.

There is a right way and a wrong way to compare insurance coverage rates so you’re going to learn the proper way to quote coverages on a Ford and find the cheapest rates.

Buy insurance coverage online

Lowering your 2005 Ford Focus insurance coverage rates is a fairly straight forward process. Drivers just need to spend a little time comparing rate quotes from some recommended companies. Comparing prices online can be done in just a few minutes using one of these methods.

1. The most recommended method consumers can make multiple comparisons is a comparison rater form click to view form in new window. This quick form keeps you from doing separate quotes to each individual insurance coverage company. One form submission will get you price quotes instantly.It’s the quickest way to get rates.
2. Another way to find lower rates consists of visiting each company’s website and go through the quote process again. For sake of this example, we’ll assume you want to get rates from Geico, State Farm and Farmers. You would need to spend time going to each site individually and punch in your information repeatedly, which is why most consumers use the first method. For a handy list of car insurance company links in your area, click here.

Compare rates however you want, just make sure you compare exactly the same coverages and limits for each quote you get. If you enter higher or lower deductibles you will not be able to make a fair rate comparison.

Tailor your auto insurance coverage to you

When choosing adequate coverage, there is no perfect coverage plan. Everyone’s situation is unique.

For instance, these questions could help you determine whether or not you could use an agent’s help.

• Should I waive the damage coverage when renting a car?
• Does liability extend to a camper or trailer?
• What is the ISO rating for a 2005 Ford Focus?
• How do I file an SR-22 for a DUI in my state?
• What is the minimum liability in my state?
• What discounts do I qualify for?

If it’s difficult to answer those questions, you might consider talking to a licensed insurance agent. To find an agent in your area, fill out this quick form. It’s fast, doesn’t cost anything and may give you better protection.

Car insurance coverages explained

Knowing the specifics of car insurance helps when choosing appropriate coverage at the best deductibles and correct limits. Policy terminology can be impossible to understand and even agents have difficulty translating policy wording.

Comprehensive (Other than Collision)

Comprehensive insurance pays for damage that is not covered by collision coverage. You need to pay your deductible first and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive can pay for claims such as hitting a deer, hail damage, rock chips in glass, vandalism and damage from getting keyed. The maximum amount you’ll receive from a claim is the cash value of the vehicle, so if it’s not worth much more than your deductible it’s not worth carrying full coverage.

Protection from uninsured/underinsured drivers

Your UM/UIM coverage provides protection when other motorists either are underinsured or have no liability coverage at all. This coverage pays for hospital bills for your injuries and damage to your 2005 Ford Focus.

Since a lot of drivers only carry the minimum required liability limits, their liability coverage can quickly be exhausted. This is the reason having UM/UIM coverage is very important. Frequently the UM/UIM limits are set the same as your liablity limits.

Liability coverages

Liability insurance protects you from injuries or damage you cause to a person or their property that is your fault. It protects you against claims from other people, and doesn’t cover damage sustained by your vehicle in an accident.

Liability coverage has three limits: bodily injury for each person, bodily injury for the entire accident, and a limit for property damage. As an example, you may have values of 25/50/25 which means $25,000 bodily injury coverage, a total of $50,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and property damage coverage for $25,000. Alternatively, you may have one number which is a combined single limit which provides one coverage limit rather than limiting it on a per person basis.

Liability can pay for claims such as funeral expenses, legal defense fees, medical expenses and repair costs for stationary objects. The amount of liability coverage you purchase is a decision to put some thought into, but you should buy as high a limit as you can afford.

Collision insurance

This will pay to fix damage to your Focus from colliding with another car or object. A deductible applies then your collision coverage will kick in.

Collision coverage protects against things such as colliding with another moving vehicle, driving through your garage door, hitting a parking meter and scraping a guard rail. Paying for collision coverage can be pricey, so consider removing coverage from vehicles that are older. You can also raise the deductible to save money on collision insurance.

Medical expense insurance

Coverage for medical payments and/or PIP pay for expenses for hospital visits, surgery and doctor visits. The coverages can be used to cover expenses not covered by your health insurance policy or if there is no health insurance coverage. Medical payments and PIP cover all vehicle occupants in addition to getting struck while a pedestrian. Personal injury protection coverage is not available in all states but can be used in place of medical payments coverage