Insurance was a breeze, actually. The adjuster wanted to use a used part, my auto body shop flat out refused. HAD to be a factory part. But the insurance guy haggled with the body shop, and got the final bill down to $3300 or so. Which came in under the amount for a total loss.
So, I have my car back, repaired, and no salvage title. Essentially, this was the best possible outcome I could've hoped for.
Thanks again for your advice in the other thread.