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Hi elhigh,
I had a similar situation. My 1990 Volvo wagon was sandwiched at a red light. The insurance company of the responsible car wanted to total the car and offered something like $800. On Craig's list here (Los Angeles) running 1990 Volvos are between $2500 and $5000 so there's no possible replacement. I went ahead and repaired my Volvo, the gear shift was off and idle was high like yours - the engine had broken off of the motor mounts, that was an easy fix. Some body repairs and other mechanicals - about $1500 and it was fine again.
I had some other issues with the insurance company, but ultimately they paid for my repairs. You might be able to get them to pay you the amount they offer for totalling your car as repair costs and not require you to have the car salvaged.
Also, I have a good friend who is a lawyer and that made all the difference.
Good luck.
-mort
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