My car got REAR ENDED YESTERDAY!

Post by **bruinbear714** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

I was driving down a major intersection when the light turned yellow, so I stopped because I didn't want to risk running a red due to cameras at that intersection... The guy behind apparently thought I was going to go for the yellow so he didn't even bother to brake or let off the gas and plowed right into my car.

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There was almost NO damage to the other driver's van as he had a steel bumper. We exchanged info, called up my insurance report it and got a few estimates. From the pictures, the damage doesn't look too bad, but preliminary shop estimates are $4300 M2 Fountain Valley Bodyworks and $4700 at another place.

Anyone want to buy a 240? I might consider selling the car depending on how the situation goes.

Freaking idiots who don't pay attention when they are driving shouldn't be driving 2 ton cars.

Post by **krazy skwerel** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

I bet the insurance company totals it because it wrinkled the body. I'd hate to see a 97 go down like that. Did you get injured?

Post by **bruinbear714** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

I'm fine (I think)... I woke up this mornign with a stiff neck, but after stretches and excercising, it is fine now...

If my insurance company decides to salvage it, I'm going to have to yank out all the crap I put in it...

Not only that, I would get blue book value, which is currently at around $8500, correct? I would definitely talk to a lawyer about getting back the $12k I paid for this car.

Post by **D1SR240** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Dude that sux, glad to hear your ok, i totally agree with you about idiots driving 2 ton cars, some people are just not really "awake" when they drive.

Website · Post by **matchstyc** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

That sucks hardcore. Sorry. Did the frame get bent up? I just took mine in today to get the damage estimates done on it. Only about $1500. Not as bad as yours but it always sucks!

Website · Post by **TurboKA37** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

damn alotta 240's getting in accidents. its such a shame. where do u live?

Post by **bruinbear714** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

TurboKA37 wrote:damn alotta 240's getting in accidents. its such a shame. where do u live?

Fountain Valley, orange county area.

The driver side rear frame of the car is definitely messed up. It's minor, but will still require work to align and straighten up.

Website · Post by **TurboKA37** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

i was asking cuz i have a friend looking for a car bu thats too far away

Post by **Anand** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

damn that sux Lien.. I am soo sorry to hear what happened to you... if you do end up selling it.. will you be sticking with the Nissan fam??

Post by **Machine** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

i dont get it...if someone hits YOU how can they salvage your car?

I know they can, but why? its bullsh!t, his insurance should cover any damage HE IS LIABLE FOR

Post by **S14 Wannabe** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Ouch.... Sorry to hear about that man. I'm in the same boat with you.

Post by **Structure240sx** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

thats a sweet car u got too man i feel really bad for u. hard to find an MC 240 5spd plus all the work u got into it

Post by **maxpower** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Hey! sucks when this stuff happenes.

This is a bit scary because my s14 was rear ended yesterday too! The girl wasn't paying attenteion either; just drove right at it without braking. Estimated repair cost - ~1200

Website · Post by **TurboKA37** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

all i ahve to say is the 240sx will go extinct in a few years. and all of u are making the insurance go up (even though its not ur fault)

Post by **bruinbear714** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

TurboKA37 wrote:all i ahve to say is the 240sx will go extinct in a few years. and all of u are making the insurance go up (even though its not ur fault)

Tell that to the drivers of large vehicles with an attention span of a maggot.

Post by **Structure240sx** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

bruinbear714 wrote:Tell that to the drivers of large vehicles with an attention span of a maggot.

LMAO

Post by **GEO** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

yo Structure, we got a new 240sxer coming to town.. hes coming from Cali, moving here...

Website · Post by **TurboKA37** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

i wonder why the 240 has been an accident magnet lately

Post by **Onizuka** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

im glad my 240 is locked away in a garage

Post by **bruinbear714** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Well, insurance company of both parties called me today and both agreed that the other driver is 100% at fault. Now I just have to pick a body shop to do the repairs... anyone have suggestions? I'm considering the M2 Collision Center.

When they're done with my car I am going to be meticulous as **** when inspecting the car.

Post by **WingsNThangs** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Honda Service Center off Crenshaw Blvd in Torrance. Yeah it says Honda, but they have a great body shop that works on other cars, including my 240SX. Certified by Honda so you know it won't be some shady ghetto place. Lifetime warranty if they are at fault, paint fading etc. Give 'em a call. They're definitely the place I'd go to if I'm not forkin the bill.

There's another auto body and collision place in San Pedro next to the DMV that looks like a pretty solid place. They are certified in luxury cars (Jag, Benz, etc) but have no problems for other cars. They use lasers to make sure panels are aligned with pinpoint accuracy and they oven bake the paint, panel by panel. Pretty damn expensive, but who cares, you aint paying for it. I have seen their finished products and it is quality stuff.

If you decide to take the car to another shop, make sure to inquire about the painting. Make sure they have ovens that bake the paint. Anything else would be shady ghetto spray and dry and eventually bubble and fade and ****.

Post by **slw240sx** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

take the car to a shop that does alot of luxury car dealer ship work , goto the BMW, mercedes dealers ask them who they have do body work and take it to them

Post by **xyster** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

I feel your pain...the same thing happened to the S14 I had....except it was after only a month of ownership. 17 yr old girl in a 96 mustang was looking down, didn't see me stopped at a light, hit me at 50mph without braking...needless to say, it was totaled. my trunk was in my back seat, and my rear fender bent under so far it punctured my rear passenger tire.

Post by **drifter_for_life06** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Wow guys, those stories are horrible, sorry to hear about them, and for where to go for the repairs, id agree on this one with slw240sx, go to an upscale dealer and ask who does their body work, then find out the info to get in touch with them and go there. Or if there is a body shop localy, ask around and see what people in your area recommend.

Good luck with the repairs

Post by **jdmfreak** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

Sorry to hear it man. Three 240s were hit around my area within a month.

Post by **drifter_for_life06** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

maybe people are getting jealous of us 240 buys and are out to get us.

Post by **Structure240sx** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

i think drifter is on to something. if they cant find a 240 they dont want anyone to have one

Post by **drifter_for_life06** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

yea i think i am onto something, anyone feel the same way?

Post by **jdmfreak** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

I was just thinking the same thing, but drifter posted it before me. It does seem like people are out to get the 240 owners. Its a sad sad thing.

Post by **drifter_for_life06** » Thu Sep 04, 2003 6:25 am

yea it is a sad sad thing, to bad there isnt an "Anti-240sx police faction" to arrest everyone who hit and runs 240's.

My car got REAR ENDED YESTERDAY!

My car got REAR ENDED YESTERDAY!

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