[Mk2] [Turbo] Crashed last night

[steve b]

I really don't think I'd want the car back to be honest. The garage phoned to say they'd had a look round it and they think it will most likely be a write-off, as I suspected.

If it is, I think I'll be looking to go back to an N/A. They're good smooth cars and I need decent fuel economy due to travelling in my job.

don't be that harsh on it mate. As you know i've been arguing turbo/ n/a virtues this last month. Its only because 've had them both for a while, the turbo is more rewarding, but the n/a is a more sensible car. Your an mr2 enthusiast, you've cut your teeth now get back in, you have done the right thing, you haven't gone on driving experiences and blamed it on spilt diesel or black ice, so everyone will have respect for you

The car maybe an economic write off, but it isn't an imoc write off, i bet you could get it back together for very little money. Like the stocks and shares its only money you've lost if you sell.

[robbie_742003]

Blimey mate, how long you had it, 2 weeks?
Really feel for ya, must be gutting. As said, at least no-one was hurt, hope you get it sorted.

[Hellboy]

How fast were you trying to take the RB?

To loose it that spectacular and end up up the curb and in a ditch , you must have been driving like a loon and must have been on off with the throttle to get it bent out of shape like that.

Just be glad you are ok and you did not kill someone. Sod the car.

http://www.skidpan.net/

[dawolf]

First of all I'm not proud of what happened at all and I feel bad about it. I admit I was driving quite fast although to be fair conditions were good. I have since found out that there have been numerous accidents on this roundabout (not sure why although I guess it's because it's at the end of a fast dual carriageway and it has an uneven camber).

[JAP BOY]

DaWolf its up to you what you want to do mate but i would urge you not to get rid of your motor i would get a second opinion from some one like pacific works who does a fair bit of work with MR2s!

[dawolf]

The garage think the car will almost certainly be a write-off. Here is the a pic I have of the damage, was taken by my mate. It doesn't look all that bad on this pic but bear in mind I hit the mound at about 35mph. Parts damaged were both front wings, front bumper, front fogs, headlights, bonnet and radiator. There could've been chassis/suspension damage besides.

[mr2sexyok]

if it starts and drives its fixable belive me my car looked a lot worse than that i was told by insurance i couldnt have it back . on friday i got a letter off dvla saying somebody has applied for the log book i loved my car it caused so many arguments i even told the other half i would marry the car b4 her i no longer have the car and were still not married. got a skyline r33 with the money and another mr2 this time a rev2 na uk car lovin every minuite of it. remember mr2 forever. take a look at you tube umder mr2 by mr2sexyok and see my old car. at least your still in one peace mate and no car is ever worth a life.

[dawolf]

Well it did start and drive after the accident although the front was scraping and the front NS wheel was partly stuck in the arch. I'm sure it could be repaired but I reckon it would cost a lot and I don't know if it would feel the same if you know what I mean. I could just as easily get a pay out from the insurance, sell the turbo as crash damaged and buy another nice MR2 with the money.

[RyanRs]

Get yourself a cheap na with a blown up engine or similar.. prb £200 .

then swap everything over!

make sure its atleast a REV2 tho.

[Caribbean_Blue]

Agree with above statements. Get checked to see if chassie bent and go from there.

I reckon fixable. You can get it done if you get your mind to it. Chin up we all make mistakes, you wont do it again. Get back in the driving seat and start a-fresh...

Just needs new panels and a couple of new irons which you can get off a wrecker.

Even still, money dependent of course get aftermarket front and some new wings of a wrecker.

Reece

[redmr89]

your damage

wings, front bumper, front fogs, headlights, bonnet and radiator. There could've been chassis/suspension damage besides.

wings are removable and have been in the sale section for cheap lately

front bumper - there always going cheap due to poeple puttin kits on

headlight - again sale section

bonnet - uve been offerd a free one

rad - maybe a cpl of quid

chassis - depends if its damaged a jig can sort it out

only problem i see here is your confidence in the turbo cars yes they are faster and more of a handfull. and i understand getting back in is scary. i found it hard driving after i was in a big crash.

youve some options

get the car back and fix it. which shouldnt cost too much. then sell it.

get the car back and fix it . then take it easy. getting used to the car.

get the car back and brake it for parts. sell the rear clip etc and buy an n/a

by what iv read you prefer the n/a so why not go back to one for a while. then when your ready go for another turbo.

[bburn13]

It's weird but I don't know if I want the car back now after this. It just won't feel the same.

I'm thinking it may be best if I go for something a little slower and more economical for a while just to get my confidence back and save up some money. Have to see what the insurance says first.

I really don't think I'd want the car back to be honest. The garage phoned to say they'd had a look round it and they think it will most likely be a write-off, as I suspected.

If it is, I think I'll be looking to go back to an N/A. They're good smooth cars and I need decent fuel economy due to travelling in my job.

I know how you feel , as I`ve been there myself.
Mine went 12ft in the air, landed on the roof and spun 4 tiimes. It effected my confidence at first, but didnt last.
I relised that if I can go through a serrious accident and not even get hurt. What was there to worry about.
Safe car - if you do have a big accident it will try its best to make sure you don`t get injured.
Damage to car is paid for by the insurance co ( mine was a complete write - off) Protected No claims = No increased premium
Would you be happy with an n/a - Once you`ve tasted hunny you won`t be happy sucking a lemon
If anything with time it sent me the opposite way & have 4 cars 3 of them are speed lovers
Dave

[blue2]

Thats most defo a write off but see if instead of writing it off as a category D, they will just put it down as "uneconomical to repair". Then you can buy the car back and fix it yourself which is exactly what I am currently doing. This way you dont need to start a new insurance policy either. HTH

[Moo]

If you do decide to repair your 2 I've got a front bumper (inc under tray), front lip, fogs and clear sides/indicators going begging as a result of my bodykit upgrade. Wouldn't ask much for them, let me know if ur interested.

[JAP BOY]

DA wolf give pacific works a PM and see what he says!

[dawolf]

'Pacific works' has never posted on this forum. Do you have a contact number so I can ring? Cheers.

[marc GT Turbo]

Thats most defo a write off but see if instead of writing it off as a category D, they will just put it down as "uneconomical to repair". Then you can buy the car back and fix it yourself which is exactly what I am currently doing. This way you dont need to start a new insurance policy either. HTH

i agree ! ive been in the car repair trade for 23 years now ( paint sprayer ) and once you take the bits off and see whats wants straightening etc , it wont be half as bad as you think. alot of parts just bolt on / bolt off . if anything it would be interesting for you !!! all the help ya need , and parts etc is right here have a go yourself ! ive seen alot worse , and ive repaired worse ! best of luck with fixing it m8

[Moo]

If you do decide to repair your 2 I've got a front bumper (inc under tray), front lip, fogs and clear sides/indicators going begging as a result of my bodykit upgrade. Wouldn't ask much for them, let me know if ur interested.

Sorry to be a pain but since I posted I've had offers to buy all of the bits and having not heard from you I've got to sell while the offers are there. Sorry.

[Caribbean_Blue]

'Pacific works' has never posted on this forum. Do you have a contact number so I can ring? Cheers.

Here ya go. His (Luke's) profile.

http://www.imoc.co.uk/forums/profile.ph ... ofile&u=18

Well helpful & a mate of mine & a few off here.

Reece

[dawolf]

The insurance have contacted me this morning, the car is a write-off as I expected. They said they had a repair quote of £4.5k . They've slightly undervalued the car so I'm pushing for more. Think I'm going to buy the car back and sell it on as front end damaged. Will get some pics taken today. PM me if you're interested in buying it.