What is Shortfall Plus?
When a car is written off and totally lost through theft, hijacking or accident, it is possible that a vehicle owner may have to pay a shortfall. A shortfall arises when the outstanding loan amount is higher than the value of the lost vehicle. Remember that vehicle values depreciate over time and a comprehensive insurance policy only pays out the depreciated value of the vehicle at the time of the loss.
This policy therefore protects car owners from having to pay a shortfall and also from the consequences of making mistakes that can jeopardise a claim.
The Shortfall Plus is a standalone policy which is purchased in addition to a motor comprehensive insurance policy. A condition of the Shortfall Plus policy is that you need to ensure that the vehicle is comprehensively insured for its full market value.