§431:10C-311 Total loss motor vehicle claims: cash settlement. (a) When an insurer elects under section 431:10C-309 to offer the insured a cash settlement for a total loss motor vehicle claim, the following shall apply:
(b) If within thirty days of the receipt of the settlement by the insured (i) the insured cannot purchase a comparable vehicle of like kind and quality for the market value determined by the insurer before applicable deductions, and (ii) the insured has located, but not purchased, a comparable vehicle of like kind and quality in excess of such market value, the following procedure shall apply:
(c) Deductions of the kind commonly referred to as "get ready to go" and "dealer prep" or dealer preparation charges are prohibited. [L 1987, c 347, pt of §2]