Originally Posted by
I-Like-To-Bike
I didn't forget anything. I just didn't assume/claim that a repair bill must be inflated by fraudulent charges, simply because it was higher than expected or more than a bicyclist felt like paying. Or make assumptions that the negligent party can determine what is reasonable based on limited damage to his own vehicle or based on his ability/willingness to pay the full costs of the damage he caused.
From what I've read it sounds like the OP is willing to pay for
the damage that HE caused, but is not willing to pay for any preexisting damage. And he asking here in an attempt to get an idea of what is and isn't reasonable damages caused by a bicycle hitting a parked car. Above the obvious of having damaged/destroyed the rear window.