One Bad Day... Crashed My Z.

antman22 · 10-02-2010, 02:52 PM

i vomited in my mouth a little when i saw the photos. glad that you're ok tho, cars can be repaired or replaced....

cab83_750 · 10-02-2010, 02:55 PM

Good you are ok

FYI, I have been hit at least 6 times for the last 10 years (none my fault). Haven't had one that was my fault. I am insured up to my ying-yang, but I am pretty sure it is devastating to see one's personal car get messed up.

Trips · 10-02-2010, 03:06 PM

Sorry to hear what happened, I'm glad to see your Ok. The Z is only a car, and will get fixed. The main thing is nobody was hurt. What happened the A$$hole who made you swerve?

dad · 10-02-2010, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Milenko2121

YES VDC WAS ON

Crash'd Album

Driving down to Taco Bell after a movie, and find out my back right tire has a huge nail it in, so I put my spare tire on. I continue down to taco bell, and went to make a lane change in a 30mph zone, it's 10pm out so it's pretty dark, and right as I'm halfway through the change, some raised truck comes flying up on me going at least 60, not thinking much of it, I swerved back into my lane... That's where everything went bad. My spare tire picked up off the road(which was just repaved and was had fresh oil still) And I got thrown to the opposite side of the road, I had absolutely no traction. I was headed towards a storefront, and I overcorrected like no tomorrow to dodge that, only to run almost head on into a parked car of the side of the road... Luckily, I just knicked it, but it completely ripped my front wheel off.
I'm lucky no cars were coming the opposite way because I probably wouldn't be sharing this story right now.

I'm never using a spare tire again... AAA anytime from now on.

So far, the repair bill is at $14,000. It's just crazy.
I had to rent a Dodge Charger until my car is fixed (they promised it by the 20th) Hopefully everything pans out... I'm just worried about the paint part because I have the 40th Edition.

Try to take your car here if your insurance will approve the work! They do excellent work! They will match your paint, you will be happy!
Tony's Auto Body Shop - Serving Ventura County Since 1965

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Originally Posted by TROOPER

OK, I'll be the first one to call BS on this story LOL

You did that much damage at only 30mph, and set off air bags, by hitting a car on the other side of the road, just because of the spare tire.

Come on dude, whats the real story..??

I'm not you're insurance company, you can be honest HaHa

The spare tire may have contributed to the loss of traction! A fresh oiled road and "the brand of tires on the Z" , doesn't surprise me that this happened!

CrownR426 · 10-02-2010, 03:20 PM

If you want it to look like new, make sure they replace all the damaged parts.
NOT REPAIR, ANY collision damage that bad will never look the same.
Good luck finding the right color!

nuTinmuch · 10-02-2010, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by TROOPER

OK, I'll be the first one to call BS on this story LOL

You did that much damage at only 30mph, and set off air bags, by hitting a car on the other side of the road, just because of the spare tire.

Come on dude, whats the real story..??

I'm not you're insurance company, you can be honest HaHa

Uh, that is probably pretty honest. I guess you've never been in an accident at that speed before?

If his tire caught on anything (which it probably did) then it could've easily caused that damage.

Milenko2121 · 10-02-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Cell

I don't think you were supposed to drive even close to 30mph with a spare.

it's rated at 55mph, so I figured I'd be safe on city streets.

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Originally Posted by TROOPER

OK, I'll be the first one to call BS on this story LOL

You did that much damage at only 30mph, and set off air bags, by hitting a car on the other side of the road, just because of the spare tire.

Come on dude, whats the real story..??

I'm not you're insurance company, you can be honest HaHa

That is the real story, if anything it was between 30-35mph not exactly 30, but as you notice, it's only that one part that was damaged, it wasn't as if anything was pushed in, so there wasn't a lot of force, but still 30mph, you'd be surprised what can happen. I didn't even feel much of the force of the hit either, it was more like my car was pushed over to the side. I was fully turned to the right which I'm sure is why my tire bent sideways as easily.

Funny thing is, the car I hit (Nissan Quest) Only needed a new headlight and a tire alignment... Other than that, there were only scuffs on the bumper.

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee

+1
Not to mention that accident avoidance kind of relies on the front wheels (that turn).
Sorry about the wreck, but come on. 30?

My wheels wouldn't grip at all, weird thing is, my skidmarks start immediately from when I turned into my lane, and there's no marks for the spare tire which is why I believe it kinda just floated causing my power to only be on one wheel.

I also needed new tires (16k miles currently) so I'm pretty sure that didn't help me out all that much either.

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Originally Posted by Triple's

Sorry to hear what happened, I'm glad to see your Ok. The Z is only a car, and will get fixed. The main thing is nobody was hurt. What happened the A$$hole who made you swerve?

not only did no one catch him, the person that was behind me didn't even stop to see if i was ok.

pretty much, the only witness just up and left.

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Originally Posted by CrownR426

If you want it to look like new, make sure they replace all the damaged parts.
NOT REPAIR, ANY collision damage that bad will never look the same.
Good luck finding the right color!

I got a part list, and it looks as if they're ordering new parts(no reusing parts).
Crazy thing, a single headlight cost over $1000, and our 40th anniversary seat covers? $1200. There's more, but that's what stood out right away.

==================
Anyway, my repair is promised to me by the 20th.

It's being repaired at Barber Ford Body Shop: Ventura, CA 93001

I didn't really have a good list of choices around here, so I went with the only big body shop near me.

TROOPER · 10-02-2010, 04:40 PM

Good job to hear your OK anyway

Hope you get it fixed and back on the road soon.

WarmAndSCSI · 10-02-2010, 04:45 PM

There really is no "good" wheel to put a spare on with a RWD car... that really sucks. You either compromise steering grip (very important) or unbalance the rear which delivers power.

Did you catch the douchebag that was driving the lifted truck? Sounds like the stereotypical small-d*cked "truck guy." He's technically liable since his speeding caused you to lose control of your car. For you it was a choice of A) getting rear ended by a lifted truck or B) quickly changing lanes to get out of the way. Either choice, it was that a-hole's fault.

edit: read your post above - that really sucks. Especially that the 1 witness didn't have the balls to stop and help.

kenchan · 10-02-2010, 04:47 PM

last time i was sliding sideways off the road at 30mph was on ice.

sorry to hear, hope you get her fixed soon.

IDZRVIT · 10-02-2010, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cab83_750

Good you are ok

FYI, I have been hit at least 6 times for the last 10 years (none my fault). Haven't had one that was my fault. I am insured up to my ying-yang, but I am pretty sure it is devastating to see one's personal car get messed up.

Ya think?

seungklee · 10-02-2010, 05:06 PM

sorry to hear about your accident. sucks to hear another Z owners get involved in something like this especially when they have 40th Z! Well I'm glad you are all right. I hope it gets worked out. Good luck!

Urbanracer · 10-02-2010, 07:25 PM

Sorry, but no one "freshy oils" a road. Oil was only used back in the day on gravel roads to keep the dust down. I design/construct roads for a living and a new asphalt road will yield better traction then an older one. They may have crack sealed it but thats not oil either. Sorry to hear about your mishap with your Z. Spares suck.

AllForTheCash · 10-02-2010, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by antman22

i vomited in my mouth a little when i saw the photos. glad that you're ok tho, cars can be repaired or replaced....

+1.....

CrownR426 · 10-02-2010, 09:06 PM

Well I'm glad you are alive and well.
Go to therapy, im sure you're banged up!

10-02-2010, 03:06 PM	#18 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,730 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	Sorry to hear what happened, I'm glad to see your Ok. The Z is only a car, and will get fixed. The main thing is nobody was hurt. What happened the A$$hole who made you swerve? __________________

10-02-2010, 03:20 PM	#20 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	If you want it to look like new, make sure they replace all the damaged parts. NOT REPAIR, ANY collision damage that bad will never look the same. Good luck finding the right color! __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

10-02-2010, 04:40 PM	#23 (permalink)
TROOPER A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 1,297 Drives: Your Tax Dollars Rep Power: 17	Good job to hear your OK anyway Hope you get it fixed and back on the road soon. __________________ Darren "Guv Motors Passion Wagon"

10-02-2010, 04:45 PM	#24 (permalink)
WarmAndSCSI A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 1,671 Drives: '08 Evo X \| '10 370Z Rep Power: 18	There really is no "good" wheel to put a spare on with a RWD car... that really sucks. You either compromise steering grip (very important) or unbalance the rear which delivers power. Did you catch the douchebag that was driving the lifted truck? Sounds like the stereotypical small-dcked "truck guy." He's technically liable since his speeding caused you to lose control of your car. For you it was a choice of A) getting rear ended by a lifted truck or B) quickly changing lanes to get out of the way. Either choice, it was that a-hole's fault. edit: read your post above - that really sucks. Especially that the 1 witness didn't have the balls to stop and help. __________________ '10 PW 370Z 7AT* - wife's car - Project Raspberry Cheesecake '08 Evo X - built motor+trans \| BB-X @ 32 psi \| CH3OH \| self-built+tuned - ??? WHP '01 Galant V6 - built motor \| GT35R \| self-built+tuned - 550+ WHP (retired)

10-02-2010, 09:06 PM	#30 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	Well I'm glad you are alive and well. Go to therapy, im sure you're banged up! __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

10-02-2010, 02:52 PM	#16 (permalink)
antman22 Track Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 597 Drives: 09 PG 370z 7AT Rep Power: 16	i vomited in my mouth a little when i saw the photos. glad that you're ok tho, cars can be repaired or replaced....

10-02-2010, 02:55 PM	#17 (permalink)
cab83_750 Track Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: CA Posts: 887 Drives: 09 NISSAN 370Z Rep Power: 417	Good you are ok FYI, I have been hit at least 6 times for the last 10 years (none my fault). Haven't had one that was my fault. I am insured up to my ying-yang, but I am pretty sure it is devastating to see one's personal car get messed up.

10-02-2010, 04:47 PM	#25 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	last time i was sliding sideways off the road at 30mph was on ice. sorry to hear, hope you get her fixed soon.

10-02-2010, 05:06 PM	#27 (permalink)
seungklee Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 291 Drives: you around! Rep Power: 16	sorry to hear about your accident. sucks to hear another Z owners get involved in something like this especially when they have 40th Z! Well I'm glad you are all right. I hope it gets worked out. Good luck!

10-02-2010, 07:25 PM	#28 (permalink)
Urbanracer Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: The mid-west, USA Posts: 266 Drives: God's Chariot Rep Power: 16	Sorry, but no one "freshy oils" a road. Oil was only used back in the day on gravel roads to keep the dust down. I design/construct roads for a living and a new asphalt road will yield better traction then an older one. They may have crack sealed it but thats not oil either. Sorry to hear about your mishap with your Z. Spares suck.

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