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scorcherjf 09-23-2012 09:10 PM

Wow that really stinks... glad to see you're ok though. After this I'd recommend (if you haven't done so already) doing some track days or autocrosses to get a feel for your car at the limit (whatever car you may end up getting if this one is written off). Not only will it help your driving and reaction time but also your situational awareness - i.e. cold day in BC early morning with no sun = cold tires on cold pavement means way less grip than usual (in addition to them being worn out like you said). Also you'll have loads of fun while doing it!

Anyway, good luck with your future car plans and drive safely!

(Also let us know if you do buy back the car and part it out, I may be interested in some of the pieces lol)

Slidin8 09-24-2012 02:44 AM


Originally Posted by Are-Ex-Eight (Post 4353865)
:SHOCKED:

Hopefully everyone on public roads.

I don't :bootyshak

Not even mad bro

you can have all the driver aids in the world, if your a shit driver, you'll still crash

Ericcon 09-24-2012 03:24 AM

It really happened the worst but finally you are safe that most important thing. Such accidents may happen mostly but the speed must be more than as mentioned by you. BTW be more cautious from next drive.

shiftyjm 09-25-2012 08:22 PM

Talked to the body shop today, their estimate came in at over $17K.

Icbc (insurance company here in BC) said they were willing to spend up to 17k on repairing the car. But they needed some lee way incase certain parts were wrong and cost more or other expenses etc.

Apparently, there's a line or hose for either the headlight washers? Or just the windshield washers, that goes in the bumper, that's on back order and isn't available in north america. lol.

So pretty sure it's a write off, just waiting for the official call from icbc. Don't know if I'll be able to get the car back or not. Gonna have to go back and forth with them on a settlement too.

Harrigan 09-25-2012 10:16 PM

Man so sorry to hear this :( Im glad you are okay though! That car was clearly a curse with all its bad luck lets hope your new one isnt!

shiftyjm 09-25-2012 11:02 PM

Thanks a lot everyone.

I'm not sure what I'm gonna do yet if the car is written off.

Clear out my loan for the car, then I might pick up a FD.. but I might drive my civic for a bit and fix some of the things on it to try and get it to sell, then go from there.

I have been messaging a couple guys with FD's tho. I've wanted one for sooo long.

PeteInLongBeach 09-29-2012 05:22 PM


Originally Posted by Slidin8 (Post 4353832)
Who drives with dsc and traction control on?

Clearly, SOME people should !

lazyman 09-29-2012 05:34 PM

ooohhh man!! I remember when someone hit and ran my front bumper, I was crying but glad your okay :D

And are the sideskirts for sale :D

Leonheart 09-30-2012 12:47 AM

I'm glad your alive and breathing, sometimes it's best to think about the simple things in life like breathing and still in this world (something to think about)

nate1162 09-30-2012 01:50 AM

Shit happens

Nedash 09-30-2012 01:47 PM

These things happen, whether you consider yourself a good driver or not.
I think everyone here has gone into corners slightly over the speed limit.
Add some bad luck and you've got yourself a car wreck.

Glad you are okay and I hope things with the insurance turn out well for you.

Pd424 09-30-2012 02:45 PM

Oh the horror!!!!...Dealing with insurance companies I mean!

Glad you're OK! Sad for the car!

holly555 10-03-2012 05:52 AM

I feel sorry for this..get your baby to garage soon.

ShawnMua 10-03-2012 07:18 AM


Originally Posted by Slidin8 (Post 4353832)
Who drives with dsc and traction control on?

for me is Wife+Baby=DSC
ME=OFF (Ive been driving old school rwd, so...:mdrmed:)

Sad loss tho

bulletproof21 10-03-2012 09:51 AM


Originally Posted by shiftyjm (Post 4353934)
I should most likely find out tomorrow whether the car is going to be repaired or written off.

I've been poking around on craigslist at FD's and STI's. A couple FD's I might go take a look at if the car gets written off.

yeah because more power is the best cure for a totaled car.

shiftyjm 10-03-2012 08:21 PM


Originally Posted by bulletproof21 (Post 4360531)
yeah because more power is the best cure for a totaled car.

So what, buy a slow car? ... More power isn't an issue. And I'm not "curing" anything. I'm replacing my vehicle. I wanted an FD long before I got the R3.

I'm not sure what I'm going to do as of right now. I have 2 vehicles in the driveway right now, so might stick with them and pay off just pay off some school debt, or sell my civic and put the money towards a new toy.

jay_tibo 10-05-2012 09:26 AM

If you wanted tighter lines there are better ways!! What makes a good driver is partly skill, and partly experience, you just got a lesson in weight transfer when sliding defiantly keep a positive throttle. $h*t happens and as long as your good I bet you will never make that mistake again. I purposely bought a GS to not have traction control (and sunroof) and I drive her year round, having worked for a Porsche and Audi dealer I've pretty much driven any car you can imagine and the RX8 is definitely a car to make drivers look good. Hope they fix's her up for you then you can practice that corner again!!

Cheers


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