The unbelievable...-Please Read, (long)
06-08-2002, 02:48 AM
#1
The unbelievable...-Please Read, (long)
Driving home from the club last night at around 2:15am, Im following my friend home and a ford escort is swirving in between me and him and was just being a flat out jack as$ as we were going on the ramp to the highway. When we got on the highway, he decided to drive like an a-hole around me and my friend in a 3kGT VR4. After cutting us off numerous times we decided to slow down and let him be on his way, but he wanted to stick around and slowed down too. When we picked up normal hwy speed at around 60, he got in front of the vr4 and dicided to slam his brakes. Nate the veered out of the way and got around him and stayed in front of him. Next think I know, the guy nearly comes to a complete stop in front of me while I was going about 60-65. I had enough room to swirve out of the way, but thats only where the problems started.
I lost control of the car trying to straigten out and the car swung sideways in the middle of the highway and then straight into the concrete median. Head on impact at about 50-60 mph! the back end of the car swung out and hit then bounced me back again. by the time I stopped moving, i was facing the opposite direction. My friend saw me in his rear view and immediately backed up the the crash site. There she is, front end smashed right up into the firewall. The cars power went out completely, and when the car stopped moving, I reached for the key to either shut the car off or try to start it again, but the key was thrown out of the ignition. My center dash panel popped out and the climate controls were moved outward. I didnt even think about anything other than trying to get out of the car.
I got out, and walked away from the car. There was a guy that pulled over that was an EMT to check to see if I was okay. Then he called the police. They came and did their thing and then towed the car away. I have a big gash on my shin and a lot of pain in my chest, but I went to the hospital and got xrays done and the said I was fine. Gave me some Vicatin and sent me home to rest.
This my first accident, and I believe that its a miracle that Im alive right now, even with a few scratches. Im pretty shaken up, but I am home now, 3 hours later, and telling you guys the story. All in all, I am a decent driver...but it doesnt mean that these things don't happen. They do, and it can happen anytime anywhere. All I ask from all of the org members, is to DRIVE SAFELY.
I was supposed to spend 6 hours detailing my car today to prepare for the big NE meet, looks like it will have to take a raincheck. I am mostly worried about whats gonna happen, I dont have very much money because I just spent ALL of it on mods. Now, the car is sitting in a junkyard about 50 miles from my house and I dont know whos gonna be going through it tomorrow or whats gonna happen to all the parts. My car has 167k on it and as far as book value goes, I dont think Im going to get all that much out of it. I want to stay within the Maxima family when I get a new car, but right now I dont know what the future holds.
But for now, I am completely exhausted and I will be back later today hopefully with any pics I can take of her. May DaBox RIP.
http://community.webshots.com/album/40270700QFzXFY
I lost control of the car trying to straigten out and the car swung sideways in the middle of the highway and then straight into the concrete median. Head on impact at about 50-60 mph! the back end of the car swung out and hit then bounced me back again. by the time I stopped moving, i was facing the opposite direction. My friend saw me in his rear view and immediately backed up the the crash site. There she is, front end smashed right up into the firewall. The cars power went out completely, and when the car stopped moving, I reached for the key to either shut the car off or try to start it again, but the key was thrown out of the ignition. My center dash panel popped out and the climate controls were moved outward. I didnt even think about anything other than trying to get out of the car.
I got out, and walked away from the car. There was a guy that pulled over that was an EMT to check to see if I was okay. Then he called the police. They came and did their thing and then towed the car away. I have a big gash on my shin and a lot of pain in my chest, but I went to the hospital and got xrays done and the said I was fine. Gave me some Vicatin and sent me home to rest.
This my first accident, and I believe that its a miracle that Im alive right now, even with a few scratches. Im pretty shaken up, but I am home now, 3 hours later, and telling you guys the story. All in all, I am a decent driver...but it doesnt mean that these things don't happen. They do, and it can happen anytime anywhere. All I ask from all of the org members, is to DRIVE SAFELY.
I was supposed to spend 6 hours detailing my car today to prepare for the big NE meet, looks like it will have to take a raincheck. I am mostly worried about whats gonna happen, I dont have very much money because I just spent ALL of it on mods. Now, the car is sitting in a junkyard about 50 miles from my house and I dont know whos gonna be going through it tomorrow or whats gonna happen to all the parts. My car has 167k on it and as far as book value goes, I dont think Im going to get all that much out of it. I want to stay within the Maxima family when I get a new car, but right now I dont know what the future holds.
But for now, I am completely exhausted and I will be back later today hopefully with any pics I can take of her. May DaBox RIP.
http://community.webshots.com/album/40270700QFzXFY
06-08-2002, 03:15 AM
#2
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dude
Dude I am so glad you're OK. Wow, what a story. I think there's some bum luck going around... but actually this seems kinda like good luck -- you can whack a concrete median at 50+ and walk away.
Sorry about your car...
IM me...
Sorry about your car...
IM me...
. This really sucks man.
06-08-2002, 04:32 AM
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glad to hear that you're ok, but sorry bout your car...i do know what you mean about being safe and still stuff happening...as a relatively safe driver, i still get into the occasional "incident" that has me scared as crap for a while. hope you find something good to replace her with...
06-08-2002, 06:22 AM
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Glad to see your okay man, also glad to hear your story. Some people just dont understand the dangers when they think they are just playin around with other people...Sharing this story with the .org members may change one persons life...or view on driving, and if it does, then you did your job and lived up the the .org status!!!
RIP FELLOW MAXIMA
RIP FELLOW MAXIMA
06-08-2002, 06:57 AM
#7
damn thats sucks
I was looking foward to seeing your car tommorow too, Im glad that your ok though, same thing happened to my freind, and the guy that caused the accident by stopping in the middle of the road left also,
let me know if you need any help with anything.
let me know if you need any help with anything.
06-08-2002, 07:18 AM
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Man, that sucks. That was one of the cleanest 3rd gens, and you just put all those exhaust mods on. I guess you'll have to find a 5 speed and swap all your mods out, hopefully the insurance gives you a good amount of money. Did you get the insurance from the guy in the escort, because it sounds like he was drunk or something.
06-08-2002, 07:56 AM
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Re: The unbelievable...-Please Read, (long)
Wow man, I knew it wasn't good when I saw the topic on the general forum.......But who cares about the car man, it can be replaced, Thankfully your okay, and were able to walk away from it by yourself, Imagine all the stuff that could of happened with a collision like that, I was looking forward to see the car and the mad scientist, But I guess we will have to hold off, get some rest then get this thing straightened out, Hope all works out, If you need any sort of help bro, Let me know......
06-08-2002, 08:19 AM
#13
Im sorry to hear about this horrible event, its great that you walked away from this accident and talking to us today! Did either one of you catch the license plate on the escort by any chance? I would sue the living crap out of that guy if you ever find him....Im sure things will turn out for the best for you and your maxima future. Keep hope alive
06-08-2002, 09:31 AM
#18
holy **** clark, first and foremost im glad that you're ok. it sucks, however, that you lost your car. after you came over steves i kept telling people how f'n clean your car was... and now this? this sucks bro. i hope it works out in the end. 
- M
- M
06-08-2002, 09:41 AM
#20
Originally posted by pest2001
sorry to hear about your car and im glad your ok did u get license plate number of that escort
sorry to hear about your car and im glad your ok did u get license plate number of that escort
I'm happy you came out of the accident alive dude and sorry for your lose. If you can find the driver of the escort you could have a big lawsuit on your hands and a serious criminal charge brought on to him. Good luck!
06-08-2002, 10:11 AM
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Originally posted by iwannabmw
Clark, I checked the book value. It it was insured, you should get $4100 minus your deductible for it. You should be able to pick up something decent for that price.
Clark, I checked the book value. It it was insured, you should get $4100 minus your deductible for it. You should be able to pick up something decent for that price.
06-08-2002, 03:00 PM
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clark....when i called ya from work bro and ya told me what happend, i couldnt believe my ears, but aas EVERYONE says, at least your OK which is all that matters man...and its good that you got the escorts plate, hopefully somethin can be done about it, and you got nate as your witness that he was being stupid, and clark...you KNOW if ya need anythin im here man..need a ride somewhere, you know i can be at your house in 4 minutes Tops
, but once again..sorry to hear about dabox...RIP
, but once again..sorry to hear about dabox...RIP
06-08-2002, 05:21 PM
#28
Clark, it's good to hear you're ok. I was in the back seat of a car when it hit a highway guardrail head-on at about 30mph, and that was bad enough. I hope you find the driver of that Escort. Your car was really nice. We'll miss you in the caravan.
06-08-2002, 07:49 PM
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Well what can I say I am not going to the NJ meet on Sunday cuz it just wouldnt be the same without Clark. I wouldnt feel right. I am gonna take a day of silence to mourn DaBox. Clark glad you are OK though. I just got off the phone with you and you didnt sound the same. I will give you my car so you feel better
I am not going to the NJ meet on Sunday cuz it just wouldnt be the same without Clark. I wouldnt feel right. I am gonna take a day of silence to mourn DaBox. Clark glad you are OK though. I just got off the phone with you and you didnt sound the same. I will give you my car so you feel better
06-09-2002, 03:43 AM
#32
really sorry to hear... glad you're ok... as in bodily... heart is mournin DaBox 
the thing is... is this sounds really familiar... this Superchraged Solara raced me in San Fran and after I beat him on the freeway he got in front of me and slammed on his brakes... if I didnt have my big brakes I would been in the same situation as you
people just dont think when they drive and whats worse I dont think there is anyway you can puninsh someone like that since techically they arent doing anything wrong really
hope everytihng turns out for the better good luck
06-09-2002, 07:16 AM
#33
Originally posted by carnal_c30
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people just dont think when they drive and whats worse I dont think there is anyway you can puninsh someone like that since techically they arent doing anything wrong really[/B]
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people just dont think when they drive and whats worse I dont think there is anyway you can puninsh someone like that since techically they arent doing anything wrong really[/B]
06-09-2002, 07:28 AM
#34
Originally posted by iwannabmw
Maybe there's nothing you can do legally, but...........
Maybe there's nothing you can do legally, but...........
06-09-2002, 08:20 AM
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Re: The unbelievable...-Please Read, (long)
OMG, I'm so sorry man that just about the worst thing. Check out ur car see what mods r salvagable. Everyone gets into accidents, nearly everyone on the org has i bet, its good ur ok, but now try to be happy and look towards the future with excitment and possibilities
06-09-2002, 08:57 AM
#37
Re: Re: The unbelievable...-Please Read, (long)
thats too bad clark, i loved your car, it was one nice looking 3rd gen. who is going to try to jump my car next time... glad you are ok. we'll have to wait and see what you roll up in next time. if you *can* salvage your wheels, i'll buy them, otherwise i'm in need of your hook-up soon. once again, im glad you are ok. look forward to seeing you at the next meet.
Hall
glad you are ok. we'll have to wait and see what you roll up in next time. if you *can* salvage your wheels, i'll buy them, otherwise i'm in need of your hook-up soon. once again, im glad you are ok. look forward to seeing you at the next meet.Hall
06-09-2002, 01:25 PM
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DAMN!!!
Clark, I'm sorry to hear about your car man.. Everyone else has said it best about your car coming along, and I agree, that was one nice car....If you need help in finding a new Max, give me a call, I assume you still have my cell phone #...
Good luck, let us know how you make out....
Everyone else has said it best about your car coming along, and I agree, that was one nice car....If you need help in finding a new Max, give me a call, I assume you still have my cell phone #...Good luck, let us know how you make out....
