So about a week and a half ago, I was involved in a non-injury accident and my '70 1800E took a hit to the nose (right headlight area, bumper and fender crushed in a bit). It was the other driver's fault and their insurance (Progressive) is taking full liability. Originally, their guy estimated the repair costs to be quite comparable to what Jim Fisher Volvo's body shop had estimated. Then I got a phone call from the Progressive guy saying "by the way we found 'additional damage' and it's going to be a total loss".

My question: How can I come up with the best appraisal for my car to avoid it being "totaled", keeping in mind things like the vintage/rarity of the car. Obviously this is not just some Honda Civic and I can't just go out and find an identical replacement. I just want my car fixed and back on the road.

(Also, who should I trust in the Portland area to do the body work besides Jim Fisher?)

Any tips are much appreciated. Thanks.