Deer collisions are more common in Arizona than many drivers realize, particularly in the Payson, Prescott, Flagstaff, and Gold Canyon/Apache Junction corridors where deer regularly cross highways. A deer strike can cause significant front-end damage — hood, fenders, grille, headlights, radiator, and sometimes structural components. This damage creates diminished value that appears on your vehicle's history report and reduces its market value.
Deer collision DV claims follow the comprehensive insurance path rather than the third-party liability path, which affects recovery options. However, the damage documentation and market impact analysis are the same. Orlando Auto Body's I-CAR Gold certified technicians repair deer collision damage to factory specifications, and every qualifying repair includes a free $450 Diminished Value Appraisal Packet documenting the market impact.
Arizona drivers who commute through deer-prone corridors — SR-87 to Payson, SR-89 to Prescott, I-17 north of Black Canyon City — should know that deer collision damage creates real DV loss. Call Orlando Auto Body today for a free assessment of your repair and DV recovery options.