1997 Toyota Corolla Insurance Quotes

Looking for the cheapest insurance rates for your Toyota Corolla? Are you sick and tired of being strong-armed each month for car insurance? You are in the same boat as millions of other consumers. Companies like Progressive, GEICO and Farmers Insurance all promote huge savings with catchy ads and it can be hard to ignore the promise of big savings and effectively compare rates to find the best deal.

Automobile Insurance Quotes

Finding a lower price on 1997 Toyota Corolla insurance can be relatively painless. Just spend a few minutes on the computer to compare rate quotes online from several insurance companies. This is very easy and can be done in just a few minutes using one of these methods.

The recommended way consumers can analyze rates is an all-inclusive rate comparison click to view form in new window. This type of form prevents you from having to do separate quotes for every insurance company. One form submission will get you price quotes direct from many companies.
A different way to get comparison quotes consists of visiting each company website to request a price quote. For example, we’ll assume you want comparison quotes from Liberty Mutual, Progressive and Farmers. You would have to spend time on each company’s site and enter your information, which is why the first method is quicker. For a handy list of car insurance company links in your area, click here.
The least recommended method to get comparison rates is driving around to different agent offices. Buying insurance online makes this process obsolete unless you require the professional guidance that only a license agent can provide. Drivers can price shop your coverage online but still have the advice of a local agent. We’ll cover that shortly.

It doesn’t matter which method you choose, just double check that you are using apples-to-apples coverages for each price quote. If you enter differing limits it will be impossible to truly determine the lowest rate.

Don’t pay full price with these discounts

Insuring your fleet can be pricey, but there could be available discounts that many people don’t even know exist. Some discounts apply automatically when you purchase, but a few must be inquired about before you will receive the discount. If they aren’t giving you every credit you qualify for, you’re paying more than you need to.

Organization Discounts – Belonging to a civic or occupational organization may earn a discount on auto insurance for Corolla insurance.
Homeowners Savings – Owning a house can help you save on auto insurance because maintaining a house requires personal responsibility.
Discount for Life Insurance – Some companies give a discount if you purchase auto and life insurance together.
Anti-lock Brake System – Anti-lock brake equipped vehicles prevent accidents and will save you 10% or more.
55 and Retired – Older drivers may be able to get a discount up to 10% for Corolla insurance.
Driver’s Ed – Have your child enroll in driver’s education if it’s offered in school.
Seat Belts Save – Buckling up and requiring all passengers to wear their seat belts could cut 10% or more off the personal injury premium cost.
Student in College – Any of your kids who attend school more than 100 miles from home and don’t have a car can be insured at a reduced rate.
Safe Driver Discount – Safe drivers may save up to 50% more for Corolla insurance than less cautious drivers.

It’s important to note that most credits do not apply to your bottom line cost. Most only apply to the price of certain insurance coverages like liability and collision coverage. So even though they make it sound like all the discounts add up to a free policy, you won’t be that lucky. Any qualifying discounts will reduce the cost of coverage.

Insurance companies who might offer these discounts include:

Double check with each insurance company what discounts are available to you. Discounts may not be available everywhere.

Your personal situation dictates your coverage

When it comes to choosing adequate coverage, there really is not a perfect coverage plan. Everyone’s situation is unique so this has to be addressed. Here are some questions about coverages that could help you determine if you might need professional guidance.

Does my policy cover my teen driver if they drive my company car?
Why am I required to get a high-risk car insurance policy?
Am I missing any policy discounts?
Should I have combined single limit or split liability limits?
Am I better off with higher deductibles on my 1997 Toyota Corolla?
I have a DUI can I still get coverage?
Is my state a no-fault state?
Is other people’s property covered if stolen from my vehicle?

If you’re not sure about those questions but one or more may apply to you, you may need to chat with a licensed insurance agent. If you want to speak to an agent in your area, simply complete this short form or you can go here for a list of companies in your area. It only takes a few minutes and may give you better protection.

Coverages available on your policy

Knowing the specifics of your policy can be of help when determining the right coverages at the best deductibles and correct limits. The coverage terms in a policy can be difficult to understand and reading a policy is terribly boring. Listed below are typical coverages found on the average auto insurance policy.

Protection from uninsured/underinsured drivers

Your UM/UIM coverage provides protection from other motorists when they are uninsured or don’t have enough coverage. This coverage pays for injuries to you and your family and damage to your 1997 Toyota Corolla.

Since a lot of drivers carry very low liability coverage limits, their liability coverage can quickly be exhausted. That’s why carrying high Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage should not be overlooked. Most of the time these limits are similar to your liability insurance amounts.

Auto collision coverage

This coverage pays to fix your vehicle from damage caused by collision with a stationary object or other vehicle. You have to pay a deductible then the remaining damage will be paid by your insurance company.

Collision insurance covers claims like scraping a guard rail, damaging your car on a curb and crashing into a ditch. Paying for collision coverage can be pricey, so consider dropping it from vehicles that are older. You can also raise the deductible to bring the cost down.

Liability insurance

This will cover injuries or damage you cause to other people or property that is your fault. This coverage protects you from claims by other people, and does not provide coverage for your own vehicle damage or injuries.

Coverage consists of three different limits, bodily injury for each person injured, bodily injury for the entire accident and a property damage limit. As an example, you may have liability limits of 100/300/100 that translate to a $100,000 limit per person for injuries, a total of $300,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident, and a total limit of $100,000 for damage to vehicles and property. Occasionally you may see one number which is a combined single limit which combines the three limits into one amount rather than limiting it on a per person basis.

Liability insurance covers claims such as structural damage, medical expenses, attorney fees and legal defense fees. How much liability should you purchase? That is a personal decision, but it’s cheap coverage so purchase higher limits if possible.

Comprehensive (Other than Collision)

This pays for damage that is not covered by collision coverage. You first have to pay a deductible and the remainder of the damage will be paid by comprehensive coverage.

Comprehensive insurance covers things such as falling objects, vandalism, a broken windshield, damage from getting keyed and theft. The most you’ll receive from a claim is the actual cash value, so if your deductible is as high as the vehicle’s value it’s not worth carrying full coverage.

Medical expense insurance

Medical payments and Personal Injury Protection insurance reimburse you for immediate expenses for pain medications, hospital visits, doctor visits, chiropractic care and EMT expenses. They are often utilized in addition to your health insurance policy or if you are not covered by health insurance. Coverage applies to not only the driver but also the vehicle occupants and also covers any family member struck as a pedestrian. Personal injury protection coverage is not universally available and gives slightly broader coverage than med pay