philosophico,
The shop that estimated the damaged stated that there was NO DAMAGE to the structure of the vehicle. A-Pillar was undamaged in the collision. It was able to start and drive. Even the wheels suffered no damage that I was notified of.
So, it's a door, fender and parts. The problem lies in the fact that the side impact air bag in the passenger door deployed. $900 for the sensor alone. The control module, impact sensor, air bag, door panel, door, fender, trim, etc. all need to be replaced. They were figuring a bit under $11,000 in parts alone AND the front fender is on nationwide back order. So, they paid me out for $11,705 and change. I'm not unhappy with the deal. I could have turned around and simply purchased another SRT6 with lower miles, but then I'm still driving an expensive to repair 10 year old car. It was a tough decision.
If I had the space and the time, I would have taken the salvage title, purchased another car for daily and repaired this myself, but, it was not to be.
Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! and hope they will have a Happy and safe New Year celebration!