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Maxim · 03-07-2012, 01:54 AM

Well peeps, it's looking like I might not be getting a BRZ/FR-S.

A week and a half ago I was injured pretty badly (no I didn't get shot) and am currently unable to feel much of my left leg. I also can't bend much at the waist, and walking is hard since I have to be extra careful to put my left foot down evenly so I don't snap my ankle. I can walk though, which is good...it just feels like I'm walking on a prosthetic.

We'll see if it gets better, the doctors say there's a good chance I'll get back to about 90%, but I'm probably done running (which was a hobby of mine) and it's going to be a while before I can drive anything with a clutch. There will be SOME permanent nerve damage but they're not sure how much yet. They also said that the vertebrae in my lower back are going to start fusing themselves together, so surgury isn't needed (since the surgury is dangerous and all it would do is fuse the vertebrae which are already doing it on their own)

Since I'm going to have to change my work-out habits and several other things, a small sports car is looking less like an option, especially since I'm probably going to take up biking, which I can already do...the position on a bike is comfortable for me and I still have full strength in my legs...just missing some feeling.

So...it's looking like I might need to get a vehicle that supports that lifestyle. A wrangler or something that I can put a bunch of crap in and carry around a bike with.

Nothing's for certain though and I'm not gonna be making any purchases until I'm more fully recovered. Time will tell.

OrbitalEllipses · 03-07-2012, 02:10 AM

:-O I wish you the best and a speedy recovery! And a fulfilling life post-injury as well.

tranzformer · 03-07-2012, 02:13 AM

Sorry to hear that Maxim. Hope are able to get back to where you were prior to the accident. Positive vibes your way.

Giccin · 03-07-2012, 02:17 AM

Get better Maxim. Hope you go through some physical therapy that will let you run again.

Like transformers aid. Positive vibes your way buddy!

alan.chalkley · 03-07-2012, 02:34 AM

About seven years ago I was hit by a car while riding my bicycle and many doctors and physciatrists listed my injuries as permanently disabled.
But I have returned to work/drive a manual car and have won a 645km bicycle race since.
I still have some stiffnes and numb feeling,but exercise is the best treatment,so I drive manual cars , ride my bicycle and walk as much as possible.
Also saving to buy BRZ/ft86 six speed manual.
We need to decide in our own minds what we can/can't do and not let doctors/physciatrists decide for us!
Wish you a fast recovery
AC

Draco-REX · 03-07-2012, 10:53 AM

I was going to recommend cycling. Good for you on keeping active. It's always depressing to see someone let an injury stop them.

I'm sorry to hear about the change in car plans. I'm sure a WRX hatch would work out well for you also.

Longhorn248 · 03-07-2012, 11:46 AM

Sorry to hear dude! I'm planning on stuffing my bike into the back of the BRZ. If it can fit four tires it will fit my roadie. If you still want the car go with an auto, I'm sure clicking down a couple gears on the highway will be just as fun with paddle shifters

Best of luck with the recovery!

Snoopyalien24 · 03-07-2012, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn248

Sorry to hear dude! I'm planning on stuffing my bike into the back of the BRZ. If it can fit four tires it will fit my roadie. If you still want the car go with an auto, I'm sure clicking down a couple gears on the highway will be just as fun with paddle shifters

Best of luck with the recovery!

Yes this! Get an auto then... Get better brah!

SVTSHC · 03-07-2012, 12:07 PM

Like alan said, don't let the doctors dictate what you will/won't be able to do; stay active once you've recovered and keep using your leg and you may be closer to 100 than you realize. All the best wishes for a good speedy recovery bro.

Allch Chcar · 03-07-2012, 02:28 PM

Ouch, dude. Here's to hoping you can get back to 110%!

Kunzite · 03-07-2012, 02:32 PM

Speedy (full) recovery!

Dave-ROR · 03-07-2012, 03:07 PM

Ouch man. This is the situation where an automatic BRZ/FR-S is acceptable though.

Good luck with the recovery and I hope that you fully recover.

RRnold · 03-07-2012, 03:10 PM

Sorry to hear! I wish you will in a full and speedy recovery.

ZetaVI · 03-07-2012, 04:47 PM

Hope you feel better man. Think positive about the goals you want. Maybe the BRZ can still be that goal.

03-07-2012, 01:54 AM	#1
Maxim Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Drives: 2010 GTI 2dr Tornado Red Location: Afghanistan Posts: 489 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Unfortunate Well peeps, it's looking like I might not be getting a BRZ/FR-S. A week and a half ago I was injured pretty badly (no I didn't get shot) and am currently unable to feel much of my left leg. I also can't bend much at the waist, and walking is hard since I have to be extra careful to put my left foot down evenly so I don't snap my ankle. I can walk though, which is good...it just feels like I'm walking on a prosthetic. We'll see if it gets better, the doctors say there's a good chance I'll get back to about 90%, but I'm probably done running (which was a hobby of mine) and it's going to be a while before I can drive anything with a clutch. There will be SOME permanent nerve damage but they're not sure how much yet. They also said that the vertebrae in my lower back are going to start fusing themselves together, so surgury isn't needed (since the surgury is dangerous and all it would do is fuse the vertebrae which are already doing it on their own) Since I'm going to have to change my work-out habits and several other things, a small sports car is looking less like an option, especially since I'm probably going to take up biking, which I can already do...the position on a bike is comfortable for me and I still have full strength in my legs...just missing some feeling. So...it's looking like I might need to get a vehicle that supports that lifestyle. A wrangler or something that I can put a bunch of crap in and carry around a bike with. Nothing's for certain though and I'm not gonna be making any purchases until I'm more fully recovered. Time will tell. __________________

03-07-2012, 02:17 AM	#4
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03-07-2012, 12:07 PM	#9
SVTSHC (ﾉಥ益ಥ)ﾉ Join Date: Jul 2011 Drives: 2015 Series Blue BRZ Location: Bronx Posts: 1,393 Thanks: 930 Thanked 625 Times in 365 Posts Mentioned: 3 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Like alan said, don't let the doctors dictate what you will/won't be able to do; stay active once you've recovered and keep using your leg and you may be closer to 100 than you realize. All the best wishes for a good speedy recovery bro. __________________ "Sweet Subaru, sweet Subaru, send your BRZ unto me, for the roads of the unworthy must be baptized in speed and glory." ~Zaku

03-07-2012, 03:07 PM	#12
Dave-ROR Site Moderator Join Date: Dec 2010 Drives: Stuff Location: Florida Posts: 10,317 Thanks: 955 Thanked 5,965 Times in 2,689 Posts Mentioned: 262 Post(s) Tagged: 8 Thread(s)	Ouch man. This is the situation where an automatic BRZ/FR-S is acceptable though. Good luck with the recovery and I hope that you fully recover. __________________ -Dave Track cars: 2013 Scion FRS, 1998 Acura Integra Type-R, 1993 Honda Civic Hatchback DD: 2005 Acura TSX Tow: 2022 F-450 Toys: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1994 Toyota MR2 Turbo, 1991 Mitsubishi Galant VR-4 Parts: 2015 Subaru BRZ Limited, 2005 Acura TSX Projects: 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited track car build FS: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 LT CCSB 8.1/Allison with 99k miles

03-07-2012, 03:10 PM	#13
RRnold 2 wheel member Join Date: Feb 2010 Drives: JZA80, 997.1, Taco Location: SoCal->NorCal Posts: 4,330 Thanks: 1,318 Thanked 938 Times in 480 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Sorry to hear! I wish you will in a full and speedy recovery. __________________

03-07-2012, 02:10 AM	#2
OrbitalEllipses Banned Join Date: Jan 2012 Drives: Attitude Location: MD Posts: 10,046 Thanks: 884 Thanked 4,889 Times in 2,902 Posts Mentioned: 123 Post(s) Tagged: 4 Thread(s)	:-O I wish you the best and a speedy recovery! And a fulfilling life post-injury as well.

03-07-2012, 02:13 AM	#3
tranzformer Delights in pure handling Join Date: Apr 2011 Drives: Zoom Zoom Location: KS Posts: 4,854 Thanks: 0 Thanked 15 Times in 14 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Sorry to hear that Maxim. Hope are able to get back to where you were prior to the accident. Positive vibes your way.

03-07-2012, 02:34 AM	#5
alan.chalkley Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: 4wd zooks Location: Sydney / Australia Posts: 495 Thanks: 135 Thanked 167 Times in 108 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	About seven years ago I was hit by a car while riding my bicycle and many doctors and physciatrists listed my injuries as permanently disabled. But I have returned to work/drive a manual car and have won a 645km bicycle race since. I still have some stiffnes and numb feeling,but exercise is the best treatment,so I drive manual cars , ride my bicycle and walk as much as possible. Also saving to buy BRZ/ft86 six speed manual. We need to decide in our own minds what we can/can't do and not let doctors/physciatrists decide for us! Wish you a fast recovery AC

03-07-2012, 10:53 AM	#6
Draco-REX Corner Junkie Join Date: Feb 2012 Drives: 13 BRZ, 11 STI, 99 RS Location: Ohio Posts: 2,908 Thanks: 129 Thanked 1,520 Times in 702 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I was going to recommend cycling. Good for you on keeping active. It's always depressing to see someone let an injury stop them. I'm sorry to hear about the change in car plans. I'm sure a WRX hatch would work out well for you also.

03-07-2012, 02:32 PM	#11
Kunzite Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: Toyota Auris Location: Romania Posts: 205 Thanks: 26 Thanked 16 Times in 11 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Speedy (full) recovery!

03-07-2012, 04:47 PM	#14
ZetaVI Gundam Meister Join Date: Oct 2011 Drives: A Gundam Location: Westchester County, NY Posts: 2,685 Thanks: 320 Thanked 1,010 Times in 510 Posts Mentioned: 9 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hope you feel better man. Think positive about the goals you want. Maybe the BRZ can still be that goal.

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