Yet another totaled topic? - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

thunderfox · 12-15-2014, 10:03 PM

Writing this from the hospital...priorities, right?

Last night some asshat hit my BRZ. Pined me between him and the car in front of me. Both airbags deployed. Hood crumple, bumper clips broken off, engine bay crumple on the driver side. Back side bumper broken off, quarter panel crumple. Right rear wheel bent 45 degrees from center. They had to tow the car with the rear wheels in the air because they just wouldn't turn against the axle.

So, what's the diagnosis? What should I do next after getting out of the hospital?

Koa · 12-15-2014, 10:04 PM

Well, what do you want to do?

There's a pretty straightforward process to addressing this type of accident. You got all his info, right? Take his insurance to town.

thunderfox · 12-15-2014, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Koa

Well, what do you want to do?

There's a pretty straightforward process to addressing this type of accident. You got all his info, right? Take his insurance to town.

Yep, I got all that. I'm just worried that the car will never be the same after yesterday. I've read mixed things about airbags deploying as automatic criteria for totaling. Can they actually repair to original standards? I imagine there's a lot of work to be done, especially since a lot of the panels are seamless.

Koa · 12-15-2014, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by thunderfox

Yep, I got all that. I'm just worried that the car will never be the same after yesterday. I've read mixed things about airbags deploying as automatic criteria for totaling. Can they actually repair to original standards? I imagine there's a lot of work to be done, especially since a lot of the panels are seamless.

If it's as bad as you describe it, you'll have a good case to claim totaled and get a new one

x1UP · 12-15-2014, 10:27 PM

I would assume that this would be considered as totaled. I think we're all glad though that you are ok.

thunderfox · 12-15-2014, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by x1UP

I would assume that this would be considered as totaled. I think we're all glad though that you are ok.

Thanks for the kind words. Sometimes you don't realize a car is just a car, because the BRZ is such a special part of a lot of people's lives.

campy · 12-15-2014, 11:30 PM

I thought the insurance company definition of totaled is when the repairs cost more than the price of a replacement. The "engine bay crumple" part makes me wonder if there's any frame damage too.

From the description you gave us, the car sounds fucked. Enjoy your new BRZ.

Ultramaroon · 12-15-2014, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by thunderfox

Thanks for the kind words. Sometimes you don't realize a car is just a car, because the BRZ is such a special part of a lot of people's lives.

From what I read I'd say it was a special part of saving yours. Really glad you're ok. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

Be prepared for a seriously protracted hassle with insurance. It likely won't be in your case but if you're prepared for the worst, it'll be a pleasant surprise when it's not.

chas3wba0 · 12-16-2014, 02:05 AM

Totaled. They'll buy you a new one, don't worry about it

themadscientist · 12-16-2014, 02:11 AM

Forget the airbag deployment, the other damage is of great concern. Get a new one and feel better.

Speed2th · 12-16-2014, 02:14 AM

2015 model is better anyway. Glad you are ok

thunderfox · 12-16-2014, 12:21 PM

Thanks everyone! Finally out of the hospital, feels good to be at home.

Eski · 12-16-2014, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by chas3wba0

Totaled. They'll buy you a new one, don't worry about it

i concur. glad to hear your ok.. sort of laughing that you wrote this post from your hospital bed..

unlikely that your car will be restored to the quality it originally was especially if there is frame damage. if thats the case then the car is totalled.

get a brand new one if you can

x1UP · 12-16-2014, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by thunderfox

Thanks everyone! Finally out of the hospital, feels good to be at home.

Glad to hear! Now time for the fun of getting yourself a new car!

12-15-2014, 10:03 PM	#1
thunderfox Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Drives: 2013 BRZ GBS Ltd (RIP) Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 40 Thanks: 11 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Yet another totaled topic? Writing this from the hospital...priorities, right? Last night some asshat hit my BRZ. Pined me between him and the car in front of me. Both airbags deployed. Hood crumple, bumper clips broken off, engine bay crumple on the driver side. Back side bumper broken off, quarter panel crumple. Right rear wheel bent 45 degrees from center. They had to tow the car with the rear wheels in the air because they just wouldn't turn against the axle. So, what's the diagnosis? What should I do next after getting out of the hospital?

12-15-2014, 10:27 PM	#5
x1UP One & Done (AOZORA) Join Date: Jun 2014 Drives: '15 Series.Blue BRZ (WRB) Location: New York City Posts: 932 Thanks: 340 Thanked 217 Times in 160 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I would assume that this would be considered as totaled. I think we're all glad though that you are ok. __________________ "I have the need....the need for speed! - Maverick (Top Gun)

12-16-2014, 02:05 AM	#9
chas3wba0 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Drives: Yes Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,052 Thanks: 1,629 Thanked 813 Times in 407 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Totaled. They'll buy you a new one, don't worry about it __________________ "If thy pleaſure be in Underſteere, thou art Weird." - Distraxi

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campy No rice, no life Join Date: Dec 2012 Drives: 2013 Asphalt FR-S Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 1,143 Thanks: 266 Thanked 1,019 Times in 388 Posts Mentioned: 7 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I thought the insurance company definition of totaled is when the repairs cost more than the price of a replacement. The "engine bay crumple" part makes me wonder if there's any frame damage too. From the description you gave us, the car sounds fucked. Enjoy your new BRZ.

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thunderfox Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Drives: 2013 BRZ GBS Ltd (RIP) Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 40 Thanks: 11 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Thanks everyone! Finally out of the hospital, feels good to be at home.

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