mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 So my fiancee and I are driving down a residential street today on our way home when this (insert choice word here) pulling out of a plaza lot neglects to stop his 1 ton truck, and nails us T-Bone style. After kicking the door open to exit the car (I was the passenger) I asked the other driver what happened. He said he thought we were going to turn so he didn't stop. (my fiancee did not have the indicator on to turn...). Then he proceeded to get angry and insinuated that she caused the accident (so we jumped in front of his 1 ton?) and said we should settle this like human beings (whatever that means). Suffice to say the least, it was not a good day for the legacy. It sucks because I'm one of those people who never feel the same in a car after it's been hit. I'll post pictures for you a little later. :mad: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmarko Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Hope you called the cops and had them discern who was at fault. Glad you're ok though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 I called the cops but they won't come to the scene anymore unless someone is hurt or if the vehicle isn't driveable. I did go to report the accident right away and the cop took one look at my car and said " oh yeah, he hit you". I agree with you though, it would have been easier if the cops were there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users LieutenantDan Posted March 23, 2009 Mega Users Share Posted March 23, 2009 So your car was driveable after the collision? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Damn, sorry to hear. At least it's obvious who's at fault. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dplacen Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 That really sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 Yeah, it was driveable. He hit the front passenger door and the damage goes to about half way through the rear passenger door. Front door may have to be replaced but other than that, it's just pretty bad denting and paint. No airbag deployment or anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silbeej Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Police won't go to an accident anymore? WTF So they are cutting costs where it counts, but i bet they will still give just as many tickets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devobuzz Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I would've just said I was hurt to get the cops to show... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 So if no cops show up, how can you possibly prove who was at fault? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 Believe me, these are all the thoughts that are running through my head after the fact. I was so angry at the time that I couldn't keep my head on straight. I wish I could have stayed calm and thinking straight. On hold with my insurance company as we speak.....will keep you posted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-lo Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 airbag go off? 258k miles - Stock engine/minor suspension upgrades/original shocks/rear struts replaced at 222k/4 passenger side wheel bearings/3 clutches/1 radiator/3 turbos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeislord Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Bastards. Any witnesses to support your side of the story? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theflystyle Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 is the no cops show unless hurt a Canadian thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iyalla Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 is the no cops show unless hurt a Canadian thing? Nope, its a USA thing too and its becoming more and more popular. mlh - Hope you took some cellphone pictures of that idiots car and the accident scene. It always amazes me that some people don't take pictures at the scene and right in their pocket is a camera Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 airbag go off? No airbag. Bastards. Any witnesses to support your side of the story? No witnesses. mlh - Hope you took some cellphone pictures of that idiots car and the accident scene. It always amazes me that some people don't take pictures at the scene and right in their pocket is a camera Took pictures of my car. I just got off the phone with the insurance co. I asked her what they do to prove fault when there are no witnesses and no police presence. She said that regardless of what the other driver tries to say, the ultimate determining factor is when the adjuster looks at the vehicle once it's in the shop and determines if the damages match the alleged story. She also said that in this case, the blame is pretty clear cut and not to worry. I'm now waiting on the adjuster to call me so I can get my poor car into the shop and begin the process of telling myself that the car is still showroom new - ARRRGH! (I know, I know, the important thing is that no one got hurt - but looking at the damage to the side of the car really hurts!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 So I just spoke to a friend who told me that his friends repair shop who does a great job (so says he) will do the repairs and most likely hand me some cash in the process? I've gone to glass repair shops in the past and had guys tell me the same story but never bothered to go that route as it seems a bit shady to me. I had planned on dropping off the car tomorrow at an accredited shop whom I've used before and have proven themselves. Friend says they are a rip off. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djkxgo0k Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 if the other party's insurance is paying for it, go to the best place u can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan T. Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 So I just spoke to a friend who told me that his friends repair shop who does a great job (so says he) will do the repairs and most likely hand me some cash in the process? I've gone to glass repair shops in the past and had guys tell me the same story but never bothered to go that route as it seems a bit shady to me. I had planned on dropping off the car tomorrow at an accredited shop whom I've used before and have proven themselves. Friend says they are a rip off. Any thoughts? It's definitely shady, and it's insurance fraud. I'd stay away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 It's definitely shady, and it's insurance fraud. I'd stay away. Thanks. That's not the way he put it and I never really thought about it that way so good thing I asked for feedback. He made it sound like some sort of cash back discount. But you're right, that's fraud any way you cut it. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRS Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I had planned on dropping off the car tomorrow at an accredited shop whom I've used before and have proven themselves.Go with what you know and have been happy with in the past. I'd rather have it done right than have somebody cutting corners so that they can hand me some cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 Agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 I know they are giving me another Subaru while mine is in the shop. Hopefully it isn't a GT or I'll feel really bad going back to get my N/A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSZCZ.lgt Posted March 24, 2009 Share Posted March 24, 2009 i got scrap by some duescher in a parking garage. was visiting my dad in the hospital and didnt bother to look untill i got home. security wont do it. guna have it resprayed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlh Posted March 24, 2009 Author Share Posted March 24, 2009 i got scrap by some duescher in a parking garage. was visiting my dad in the hospital and didnt bother to look untill i got home. security wont do it. guna have it resprayed Sorry to hear that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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