First, you should read your insurance policy. In most cases the answer to this question depends on how much you owe on the car. If you owe more than the market value of the car your insurance will only pay the loan off pursuant to your gap insurance. If the market value is more than what you owe, your insurance will pay off the loan and give you the balance.
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Answered on May 21st, 2013 at 3:25 PM