How about this idea? Just unbolt everything from that area, and push the strut back straight? I mean, if everything like up, you bolt it back together, and if everything bolts, it should be good?? Or would it be unreal weak up top? The only part jackered up is where the strut mount studs go through in the wheel well. I dunno, i did a price check on the broken parts, vs buying upgraded parts for it. With the money the insurance is quoting, (wothout negotiation), I would have about 600 left to play with. And that's new coilovers, replacement knuckle, body kit and carbon fiber z3 fenders so i dont have to have them painted. I'd hate to have to scrap it because its 95% perfect cond. still aside from the damage in that wheel well. But, I can't see sending it to someone else to cut and put in a new one. I dunno, I guess just looking for a Yay, or Nay.. Do it, or take the money. People around here say take the money, but they don't have a clue what they are talking about. I was looking for the opinion of someone who knows this car and can give a better experienced opinion. Thank you again.

-Jeff