Crashed my 370z Nismo yesterday.

JB-370z · 05-04-2010, 11:52 AM

I would have rather nailed the dog than the curb....

rockhounds · 05-04-2010, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by semtex

What do you want people to collaborate on? Do you think we're going to give pointers on how to properly drift on public streets? Is that the kind of collaboration you're looking for? The reason you're getting negative feedback is that the majority of people on this forum think it's irresponsible to go out at 3AM to live out one's Tokyo Drift fantasies, period. So the last thing they're going to do is "collaborate" on how you could have done it better! As for not being selfish by posting what happened to you, I will give you that. Credit where credit is due. But the only way I see your post truly benefiting others is in its service as a cautionary tale. In other words, your post is valuable only in so far as it serves as an example of what NOT to do. Also, I know you're quite new to this forum, so you may not be aware of something. Namely, you're not the first person to post about wiping out their Nismo while trying to slide around, have some fun with VDC turned off, etc. Point being, a lot of the negativity stems from the fact that we're seeing a pattern develop with all these posts, a pattern that actually makes me wonder what is it about the Nismo that appeals to a demographic that appears to have a higher incident rate of irresponsible antics leading to crashes. So one could also argue that by posting your experience, you're also helping to further sully the collective reputation of Nismo owners. I mean seriously. Based on all the posts I've seen from Nismo owners wiping out, if I ever were to consider buying a used one, I think one of the first things I'd ask is "How many times has this thing been crashed into a curb?" Now, I don't know if you think I'm being a negative prick after all that, and it's okay if you do. But I'm just trying to be honest with you.

Finally a reasonable approach. As I said before, the only reason I posted it to prevent new accidents like this. Totally agree with you.

YamahaR6 · 05-04-2010, 12:05 PM

Take it easy on the OP guys. I am sure he learned from this. No point in kicking the guy while he's already on the ground.

Good luck with the car.

theDreamer · 05-04-2010, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by rockhounds

Whether my license should be suspended is something that I think is not up to you to decide. I agree with the fact that it is a very well known fact that illegal, stupid and dangerous driving is no place on public streets, and that's the only reason for my posting just to reinforce the consequences.
About the comment on the other crashes, those were not in the same way and I don't owe you any explanation on it. If I should re-evaluate what I drive today is also not up to you. Don't be biased against others and try to take it in a professional/educational matter. Next Z could be yours (hope never happens to you) but be sure I would never judge anybody here in a personal way.

It is not up to this forum, no, but per the states I know (Texas/New York) you would have lost your license for your driving incident at 3AM. My point of you re-evaluate your car of choice is not for you, but for the safety of others on the road. You clearly have demonstrated your ability to crash vehicles in unsafe & public locations, which now calls into question others safety. You picking to drive a non-sports car would benefit your safety and that of others on the road.

Mike@Blackline · 05-04-2010, 12:18 PM

hahah the tag "bro turned vdc off last night"
tags=win

DjSquall · 05-04-2010, 12:21 PM

Wow after reading this whole thread, it's obvious that the OP is an idiot. You crashed 3 cars the same way and STILL don't know how to drift? Also, before you go out doing dumb*** **** like that, do some research. The 370z is very unforgiving as a drifter, and isn't as easy to control like the other "more common" vehicles.

Hopefully you've learned your lesson this time. If you haven't, (I know what I'm about to say may be uncalled for) well if you haven't, I hope you get SERIOUSLY hurt the next time you do this on a public road. Because I believe public roads are not a place for you.

Flame on.

Mike@Blackline · 05-04-2010, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by DjSquall

Wow after reading this whole thread, it's obvious that the OP is an idiot. You crashed 3 cars the same way and STILL don't know how to drift? Also, before you go out doing dumb*** **** like that, do some research. The 370z is very unforgiving as a drifter, and isn't as easy to control like the other "more common" vehicles.

Hopefully you've learned your lesson this time. If you haven't, (I know what I'm about to say may be uncalled for) well if you haven't, I hope you get SERIOUSLY hurt the next time you do this on a public road. Because I believe public roads are not a place for you.

Flame on.

tjlazer · 05-04-2010, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rockhounds

I brought the car on saturday from Tennesse...

What I don't get is why are you even abusing/drifting your new car before it's even broken in? What were you thinking? Damn I baby my new cars for atleast 6 months ... lol

2theextreme · 05-04-2010, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike@Blackline

Mike@Blackline · 05-04-2010, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 2theextreme

yes yes, this is some delicious popcorn served by djsquall's comment. but seeing how everyone is attacking OP, i dont feel a very strong rebuttal coming to his comments haha

oo7mech · 05-04-2010, 12:49 PM

I did something similar to this when i was 17. My first car a Mazda Mx6.
V6 front wheel drive, 2 door.
It had just rained in this empty walmart parking lot. Real slick and shiny. Well i drove alittle too close to random curbs with grass on it. BAM, front left wheel smashed to the back of the wheel well. I was soo freak'n scared afterward, i just sat in my car for 5mins shaking my head.
(not my actual car)

rockhounds · 05-04-2010, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by YamahaR6

Take it easy on the OP guys. I am sure he learned from this. No point in kicking the guy while he's already on the ground.

Good luck with the car.

Thank you. By the way, I have a R6 like you... what did you put on it?

errett · 05-04-2010, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by tjlazer

What I don't get is why are you even abusing/drifting your new car before it's even broken in? What were you thinking? Damn I baby my new cars for atleast 6 months ... lol

Amen...but I think the value of my car just went up a little.

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DjSquall · 05-04-2010, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike@Blackline

YUMMY!! I'll be having some of that with my movie tonight. Tyvm.

370zFORme!! · 05-04-2010, 02:08 PM

Some people seriously dont think before they do things. I will not sit here and say I hope you get your license taken away (even though I think you should) but I seriously hope you learned your lesson after 3 times of being a complete dumbass. Glad you're alive, but keep driving like you do, and next time you might not be so lucky.

05-04-2010, 11:52 AM	#91 (permalink)
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05-04-2010, 12:49 PM	#101 (permalink)
oo7mech Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Allen TX Posts: 328 Drives: White 370z Sport 7AT Rep Power: 15	I did something similar to this when i was 17. My first car a Mazda Mx6. V6 front wheel drive, 2 door. It had just rained in this empty walmart parking lot. Real slick and shiny. Well i drove alittle too close to random curbs with grass on it. BAM, front left wheel smashed to the back of the wheel well. I was soo freak'n scared afterward, i just sat in my car for 5mins shaking my head. (not my actual car) __________________ PW Sport 370Z 7spd AT\|\|Stock Intake (shopping)\|\|Stock exhaust (shopping)\|\|Berk HFC\|\|Stock Headlights\|\|19"inch Ray Wheels Click and Jiggle Action Crossfit = No Quitters

05-04-2010, 02:08 PM	#105 (permalink)
370zFORme!! Premium Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 1,459 Drives: 2012 6MT STiffy Rep Power: 17	Some people seriously dont think before they do things. I will not sit here and say I hope you get your license taken away (even though I think you should) but I seriously hope you learned your lesson after 3 times of being a complete dumbass. Glad you're alive, but keep driving like you do, and next time you might not be so lucky. __________________ 87' Honda Civic Hatchback: Kaput @ 288,000 miles, 90' Toyota Celica: Kaput @ 175,000 miles, 93' Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4: Kaput @ 138,000 miles, 06' Scion Tc: Traded in @ 64,000 miles, 10' Nissan 370z: Traded in @ 25,000 miles, 12' Subaru Impreza Sti: Current.

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05-04-2010, 12:05 PM	#93 (permalink)
YamahaR6 Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 527 Drives: A Car Rep Power: 17	Take it easy on the OP guys. I am sure he learned from this. No point in kicking the guy while he's already on the ground. Good luck with the car.

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DjSquall A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tottenham, ON Age: 36 Posts: 1,340 Drives: My first car Rep Power: 22	Wow after reading this whole thread, it's obvious that the OP is an idiot. You crashed 3 cars the same way and STILL don't know how to drift? Also, before you go out doing dumb* ** like that, do some research. The 370z is very unforgiving as a drifter, and isn't as easy to control like the other "more common" vehicles. Hopefully you've learned your lesson this time. If you haven't, (I know what I'm about to say may be uncalled for) well if you haven't, I hope you get SERIOUSLY hurt the next time you do this on a public road. Because I believe public roads are not a place for you. Flame on.