Another one bites the dust....

[SailDesign]

Well, sad but true, my little red JellyBean got squished today.

Happliy, the driver (moi) is fine. Pics below.

The final (crappy) cellphone pic shows where I finished up. I had been crossing, on a green light, from the direction of the cop car, and a guy in a Toyota Sienna van ran the red, hit me where the scrunchy is, and spun me up the road into the ditch. And lucky, too, coz that large lamp-post you might be able to make out is right at the intersection. If he had hit me a little squarer he might have just thrown me into it, driver-side first. I calculate from the tire tracks that I went 70-75 feet up the road, and performed what was probably a pretty ragged 450-degree spin. Engine runs fine, rims are all shot except driver rear, and the driver himself is a little shook up. I'll be going to see my own doctor shortly just to be safe.

So - question is - re-build or am I looking at a new car here? Rockland, any thoughts?

[mikenacarato]

i would say thats new car territory. given the suspension damage and possible frame damage, the car would never drive the same again. glad to hear your safe though, its unfortunate it happened.

[tomato]

Holy cow! :eek: Glad you're OK!

[Pitt Yaris]

Not knowing much, and just looking at pics, I'd say new car as well.

[KCALB SIRAY]

Wow, glad you are ok of course. Looks like it held up pretty good for being pushed up the street about 75 feet. Looks like suspension work, body and wheels. Hard to tell until you get it looked at. My guess is around $5000. But what do I know, lol. You always said you'd run it into the ground (if I can remember, might not have been), why stop now lol. Again, glad the impact wasn't worse and you are here to tell the story. Hope the Dr gives you the good word.

[33OH]

Glad to hear you're Okay Sail!

[ka0sx]

New car and buy back the old one, keep the motor and trany and any valuable parts then have the body towed to a metal scrap yard and get about $400 for it.

Buy back for the car shouldn't be more then $800.


definitly more then $5000 in demage, the frame is most likely bent, new rear suspension looks like might be needed. and underbody might be scraped up pretty bad

[YAR1S]

yikes..... lets hope the damage hasnt gone into the car's body frame... it probably has though ;[
These cars are quite the troopers but cause they are so small the more gets damaged in a smaller area.... My wreck was 3k that what it cost me to fix my front driver's side suspension and bodywork.... keep in mind that some bits wernt replaced, merely just remolded back into shape.

how fast did he hit you?

[YamilR]

Nothing is better although a little toxic than the smell of a new car

[tuckevalastin]

New car and buy back the old one, keep the motor and trany and any valuable parts then have the body towed to a metal scrap yard and get about $400 for it.

Buy back for the car shouldn't be more then $800.


definitly more then $5000 in demage, the frame is most likely bent, new rear suspension looks like might be needed. and underbody might be scraped up pretty bad

$400 for a motor and trannyless Yaris!?!

This should definetly be new car territory though. There are worse things to lose than 3 wheels (life + well being) in an accident so I guess things arent all bad!

[SilverBack]

You're okay, that's what really matters :smile:

Can't count how many of these threads I've seen. It oughta be a law where the other driver should have their license torn-up for hitting a Y, especially if they're driving a bigger vehicle :thumbdown:

[SIPNGAS]

I'm SO glad you're ok...

keep us posted on the car situation.

[elmo]

glad your OK

your little yaris looks so sad sittin there all bruised up

[hatchbackkid82]

Glad your ok:thumbsup: i would say new car. But you know how insurance is they always try to cut corners and save money where they can. Just pull your parts off the car so you can sell them or put them on your new yaris. Hopefully we don't lose you as a member:frown:

[yaris-me]

Glad you're OK.:smile:

[SpaceShot]

Judging from the picture looking from the back, it seems to have digned the frame in between the pillar and the rear wheel. That may make it difficult to align properly in the future.
If the insurance wants to total, go for it and take an 09. Put your factory wheels back on before they take it away and sell the 1 good rim. Take the proceeds from that and get some accessory on the new one. (or buy a lottery ticket!)

You walked away and that's great. Considering that the van could easily be more than 2x your weight, you did pretty well.

Best wishes and keep us posted...

[Doc Zaius]

Reiterating everybody's thoughts... very glad nobody got hurt! I feel bad for the red, though!

[WeeYari]

Good to see you're OK. T-boning could have been a whole lot worse.

Where was Bambo?

[1NZYaris1]

Oh Man , really sorry to see this , i really hope you are all right.
I tried to buy a Yaris last week , that was written off it had way less damage than that , but had side airbags that had deployed.
Best of luck :thumbsup:

[Yaris Hilton]

Parts donor. :frown:

[wooverstone8]

Good to hear that you're ok.

[SailDesign]

Thanks guys. Doc says I check out pretty much OK, but will be stiff in the morning.
The wife likes that idea :smile:

I'll let you know how things go - car AND driver. I don' tthink you'll get rid of me that easily.

[tomato]

Saildesign: I hear there is a 2008 Chevy Cobalt for sale, low mileage, great condition ;) J/K. Take care of yourself.

[SailDesign]

Good to see you're OK. T-boning could have been a whole lot worse.

Where was Bambo?

Bambo was safe and sound at home. No worries.
I had the car taken to the dealer's body shop, on the basis that a) it was only 2 years old, and b) they would be WAY more willing t ototal it so they could sell a new one....

Really sad part is that I had JUST filled the tank. :biggrin:

[evil genius]

Glad that you're okay.

Sorry about the car. Best of luck, whatever happens.

At least the wife will be happy.:laugh:

[SailDesign]

Saildesign: I hear there is a 2008 Chevy Cobalt for sale, low mileage, great condition ;) J/K. Take care of yourself.

Man, am I glad you put that "J/K" in there...
I'd hate to have to think you meant it. :smile:

[supmet]

Glad to hear you're ok.. As most have said, you'll probably be best off with a new car :( Even after 5 grand in repairs, there's no guarantees on the frame stability.

(dibs on the driver's side glove box lid)

[mikenacarato]

Judging from the picture looking from the back, it seems to have digned the frame in between the pillar and the rear wheel. That may make it difficult to align properly in the future.
If the insurance wants to total, go for it and take an 09. Put your factory wheels back on before they take it away and sell the 1 good rim. Take the proceeds from that and get some accessory on the new one. (or buy a lottery ticket!)

You walked away and that's great. Considering that the van could easily be more than 2x your weight, you did pretty well.

Best wishes and keep us posted...


i would let them get rid of the 1 good wheel and i would keep the whole extra set of stock wheels

[Bob_VT]

glad you are ok, how bout sueing the asshole that ran the Red. or maybe public castration for the idiot. (sorry i feel violent today , quiting smoking can do that to a man lol )

Sail design glad you are okay...... give PK a few days w/o smokes and he will be willing to wipe out the guys whole family

When you quit smoking it makes Serial Killer look like an enjoyable profession :biggrin:

[tomato]

Man, am I glad you put that "J/K" in there...
I'd hate to have to think you meant it. :smile:

Harmless joke.
Peace. :drinking:

[PETERPOOP]

Wow. can't trust green lights these days. Get a new one I say!

[kuyachris84]

Yup.... you're looking into new car for sure.

Sorry that had to happen. =(

[PreciousPups4U]

Hmmmmmm, I'm thinking maybe that new carmine red metallic this time.:wink:

Really glad you are OK.

[rningonfumes]

Glad you're okay Sail.... Looks okay on the surface, as someone meantioned we don't know about frame damage.

[Bob_VT]

Awe hell you sure that won't buff out!!

The hit on the back wheels probably tore the unibody up :(

[KCALB SIRAY]

can I get a door trim part before you take her to the back 40 and Old Yeller her? =)

[SailDesign]

can I get a door trim part before you take her to the back 40 and Old Yeller her? =)

Lemme see what the dealer does - I'll try to get it. Which piece do you want?

[LtNoogie]

I just want to echo everyone's sentiment on here. One good thing about being on YW is that if you bought the the salvaged car back, you could probably make money by parting out the pieces that all of us are looking for!

[bobselectric]

Wow- glad to see you're ok-- just like a great dog, the yaris will give its life for its master.

[frownonfun]

damn that sucks! glad you are ok. did you happen to tell the driver that there is no sense in him/her driving a toyota if they are gonna go running it into things? might as well get a POS ford to do that.

[jkuchta]

NUMBER 1: Glad to hear the Yaris protected another owner...

Kind of reminds me of the last scene in Old Yeller....seeing your buddy all F'ed up like that!

number 2: If you can pull parts, I'd LOVE your driver's door!

-Mine got dented in by a cop's daughter in a Neon THE DAY I got my rocket...er....Yaris:smile:

[m911gt]

oh my gosh, i'm glad you are alright! it's a sad day for your car though

[KCALB SIRAY]

Lemme see what the dealer does - I'll try to get it. Which piece do you want?

This be the one.

[tk-421]

Good to know you're OK, SailDesign! :thumbsup:

[oilman930]

Glad to hear that you are OK. As for the car being totaled, well that I am not so sure about.
The side hit appears to be above the still so the unibody might be OK. The rear suspension will need some attention.
In all I would say that this car can be completely repaired, and if the repairs are done correctly, you would never know that the car was even in an accident. Now the question is, will the car be repaired? Since the car still runs, and the airbags were not deployed, none of the glass is even broken, the insurance company might insist that the car be repaired.
Good Luck!

[CTScott]

Glad as well to hear you're OK. I am actually impressed with how well the Yaris held-up to a T-bone. Out of curiosity, how far did the rear door deform into the cabin?

[uncleyaris]

I hate seeing those pic's. God bless you are ok, but the frame is screwed for sure!!!

[dvlnblkdrs]

WOW glad your OK Steve.. and that Bambo did not have to suffer.. yea, that car looks toast to me.. but look at it this way.. you get A BRAND NEW CAR!!! imo with the job situation and all, i say dont go brand new.. i wanted to slap my sis's bf for doing that when his got wrecked.. Hope all goes well, let us know how it goes... :biggrin:

[nerp]

Hey fellow RIer. If you want, I'll pick you up in my new Yaris so you can get a new Yaris. I'm picking it up tomorrow. :)

[PetersRedYaris]

Glad you ok...

My guess is that the other drivers insurer will consider it totaled. I buy rebuilders once in a while and your car is far worse than some I buy at auction that have totaled by insurance companies. But who knows, every company is different...

[Ryu]

Very sad to look at those pics, glad you are ok !!!

[jinxor]

That looks like a very big accident... hope you are alright mate...

[1NZYaris1]

I just want to echo everyone's sentiment on here. One good thing about being on YW is that if you bought the the salvaged car back, you could probably make money by parting out the pieces that all of us are looking for!

:rolleyes: See we are so thought full of you , you said earlier you needed work ,
now you have got a job , if you get it back. :laugh:

[eTiMaGo]

oh man this is bad, but I'm glad to see you're OK!!!

Holy crap... I have a red car and crashed while in possession of Bambo... and now you... is there a curse???

[SailDesign]

oh man this is bad, but I'm glad to see you're OK!!!

Holy crap... I have a red car and crashed while in possession of Bambo... and now you... is there a curse???

Don't worry, Thomas - the curse seems to be on me, at least this year.
Let's see - starting just before christmas....
1. Father-in-law dies, necessitating rapid and expensive purchase of two tickets to England.
2. Land back on New Year's Eve to find that I don't have a job coz the company is in receivership. Maybe re-open in 45 to 60 days.
3. Find a$$hole boss conveniently forgets verbal agreement about vacation pay, so last paycheck is only 1/3 of what it should be.
4. Find new work almost immediately, enabling me to tell a$$hole what I really think about him.
5. Find out THE NEXT DAY that the new job is gone because a major client backed out.
6. Ask a$$hole to remember him if/when the company re-opens (which it did) and get told FU (not wildly surprised at that)
7. After 7 week wait, unemploymnt checks start arriving, only to be stopped after another 3 weeks because the a$$hole has told them that I left "voluntarily". WTF?
8. Finds out that I apparently cannot get any checks ("cheques" for those whose countries know how to spell properly) while there is an investigation underway, but the first hearing is May 4th. 6 weeks with no check/cheque, lovely!
9. Get the Yaris crunched by some van-driver who was too busy lighting his stogie to look at the traffic lights.

Yeah - I think it's me alright. :biggrin:

So, what's next? I'm putting bets on the house having expensive issues. Oh, wait, we just did that with a new water-heater.....

[SailDesign]

Apart from the above, though, guys, Thanks, REALLY thanks, for all the good feelings. I wouldn't hold your breath about parts, though, as the Wife told me explicitly last night that she is NOT having her back yard cluttered up with wrecked cars the way we used to when the kids were at home... :boo-hoo:

[SailDesign]

Well, it's official. Total loss.
So - now I just have to wait to see how much cash-in-hand I will get, and go looking for a new one :smile:

[CTScott]

Well, it's official. Total loss.
So - now I just have to wait to see how much cash-in-hand I will get, and go looking for a new one :smile:

Can you check on what the insurance buy-out would be? If it's low enough I would be interested in grabbing it and parting it out.

[SailDesign]

Can you check on what the insurance buy-out would be? If it's low enough I would be interested in grabbing it and parting it out.

I can definitely check. I'll let you know as soon as I do.

[wiirenet]

Wow that looks really scary but glad you're ok.
Just for my own FYI, what did you do when you were being spun? I always wonder if there's something you should do (keep breaking, let go of breaks, something else) in a crash like that. I especially am paranoid now with a small car!

Also, I know you said you don't think you'll be selling it for parts, what about just the rear toyota logo badge? I want to try something with one, but want to have an extra one just incase I ruin one! (would pay of course)

Again, glad you were ok! A friend had a similar accident with his car spinning and landing/stopping really far away from where it started. Scary beyond words to me!

[SailDesign]

Just for my own FYI, what did you do when you were being spun? I always wonder if there's something you should do (keep breaking, let go of breaks, something else) in a crash like that. I especially am paranoid now with a small car!

If your spin is like mine, you don't have time to do anything. I cannot remember the spin itself, just the "thump" of the impact and the slowing down of the spin on "landing" in the bushes. Considering how much plowing the nose did, I'm amazed that the front clip survived in perfect shape :smile:

[Bob_VT]

Sorry to hear it is totaled. On the plus side.... used cars have been selling like wild and the insurance companies survery what used cars are being sold for. That is a good thing.

[SailDesign]

Sorry to hear it is totaled. On the plus side.... used cars have been selling like wild and the insurance companies survery what used cars are being sold for. That is a good thing.

That does sound good. I'm still waiting to hear about $$, but should hopefully find out on Monday.

[TheSilkySmooth]

Good luck is coming 4 U I hope! Now you can get a SCION XA (if you can handle that fugly dashboard design;)

[bobselectric]

If they do total it, can I have dibs on the map reader light assembly?

[SailDesign]

Good luck is coming 4 U I hope! Now you can get a SCION XA (if you can handle that fugly dashboard design;)

Thanks, but... I've driven my kid's xA, and no thanks. :smile:

[Klink10]

Just caught this...I'm glad you are okay and sorry about the car. Best of luck in whatever you decide to do.

[frownonfun]

That does sound good. I'm still waiting to hear about $$, but should hopefully find out on Monday.

did you opt for GAP insurance when you bought the car? or was that even an option?

[cyberfrogg]

Ah I just saw this! I'm so sorry. =/ Glad to see youre okay though.

[SailDesign]

did you opt for GAP insurance when you bought the car? or was that even an option?

Oh, yeah. No way I was going to not take that option. :biggrin:

[Sabretooth]

You should donate the ECU to science so we can finally crack this stupid thing...lol

[SailDesign]

Well, i just heard that the payout to me will be about $450, since the beast held its value so well (they assessed it at 10,800), so witjh what I had owing, and the 500 deductible, my total is 450 or so.
PLUS, i get a tax credit letter ($700 ish) and the 500 deductible back if it is officially the other guy's fault, plus maybe the fee for the GAP back since I didn't need it. That may help big-time with rims and tires.
Not as bad as I had feared, not as good as I had hoped. Can't ask for more, really.

[dallas]

Good to hear your o.k. Now go get a brand new replacement!

[POORSHA]

glad to hear your ok

[Kal-El]

Well, good luck with your new purchase! You ARE getting another Yaris right? :tongue:

At least it's the best time to buy a Yaris since the time they came out. It's the first time I'm seeing incentives being offered, plus inventories are at their highest levels as sales have declined.

So, another 3-door, how about a 5-door?

BTW, how many miles did you have on your '07?

[SailDesign]

Well, good luck with your new purchase! You ARE getting another Yaris right? :tongue:

At least it's the best time to buy a Yaris since the time they came out. It's the first time I'm seeing incentives being offered, plus inventories are at their highest levels as sales have declined.

So, another 3-door, how about a 5-door?

BTW, how many miles did you have on your '07?

Definitely another Yar. Perferably 3-dr, base model, with stereo of some sort, no power package, manual, etc. no frills.
Had 35,000 on the old one..

[SailDesign]

Woo-Ho! New car driven home about 15 minutes ago. Black 09 3dr LB.
With the "incentives", I have the same options, same extended warranty and GAP insurance, and am paying $50 less per month than with the original car.
Plus - and it's a nice one, the tires on this are Goodyears, not Bridgestones. :biggrin:
Still gonna dothe rims, etc. wjhen $$ allows, though, but don't hold your breath.

[nerp]

Congrats! Let me know if you want to meet up on a nice Saturday or something and go for a cruise through town or something. I'm long overdue for some pizza in Jamestown at the Village Hearth.

[1NZYaris1]

:iono:So where's the photo's then :biggrin: , show your Yaris pride
come on .:laugh:
Oh and congrates on the new Yaris :drool:

[SailDesign]

:iono:So where's the photo's then :biggrin: , show your Yaris pride
come on .:laugh:
Oh and congrates on the new Yaris :drool:

Dood, it was dark when I got home, so no pics. I'll take a couple tomorrow with Bambo, since I had some of him on the last car. :smile:

[SailDesign]

Congrats! Let me know if you want to meet up on a nice Saturday or something and go for a cruise through town or something. I'm long overdue for some pizza in Jamestown at the Village Hearth.

I'm definitely up for the New england meet, and wouldn't mind a get-together sometime. Pics of the Yarii at Beavertail?

[PreciousPups4U]

Glad it worked out for you. Hopefully this is a sign your luck is changing.:thumbsup:

[nerp]

I'm definitely up for the New england meet, and wouldn't mind a get-together sometime. Pics of the Yarii at Beavertail?

Oh, I really like that idea. We could just park them and let the scenery speak for itself. Both being new, our Yarii will shine nicely. I'm sure once people see some coastal scenes from our neck of the woods they'll realize there's a lot of niceness here in our little state.

[CTScott]

Woo-Ho! New car driven home about 15 minutes ago. Black 09 3dr LB.
With the "incentives", I have the same options, same extended warranty and GAP insurance, and am paying $50 less per month than with the original car.
Plus - and it's a nice one, the tires on this are Goodyears, not Bridgestones. :biggrin:
Still gonna dothe rims, etc. wjhen $$ allows, though, but don't hold your breath.

Excellent!

Time to play the lottery - looks like your luck is turning around...

[KCALB SIRAY]

Woo-Ho! New car driven home about 15 minutes ago. Black 09 3dr LB.
With the "incentives", I have the same options, same extended warranty and GAP insurance, and am paying $50 less per month than with the original car.
Plus - and it's a nice one, the tires on this are Goodyears, not Bridgestones. :biggrin:
Still gonna dothe rims, etc. wjhen $$ allows, though, but don't hold your breath.

sounds like a winner, and the color is not bad either:wink:

[*MAD DOG*]

Just got internet at home again. Glad your ok. Sorry about you red dead Yaris.

[bobselectric]

Good Luck Sail, with the new Yarii

[*MAD DOG*]

Black Yaris eh! You be washing that thing forever.

[Havana]

I'm glad to hear you weren't hurt in the accident and it seems to have worked out well for you in the end. The added standard safety features of the 09's really make them superior in my opinion. Good luck and safe driving.

[SailDesign]

Good Luck Sail, with the new Yarii

Thanks, all of you. Lottery ticket will be bought ASAP. :smile:
New car has a new name (obviously) - just call me "Captain Pugwash" (Wiki is your friend...)

[jclo3313]

What are the plans for the new ride Sail?

Captain Pugwash is a fictional pirate in a series of British children's comic strips and books created by John Ryan.

[SailDesign]

What are the plans for the new ride Sail?

Captain Pugwash is a fictional pirate in a series of British children's comic strips and books created by John Ryan.

Right now - keep her clean and use the beast (aka "The Black Pig")
Later- wheels, tires, put her like the old one was.

[jclo3313]

Very cool. Have fun out there and drive safe ya here!

[wooverstone8]

Nice ride:thumbsup:! Good luck with your new Yaris.

[bobselectric]

ooh shiny!!! Good luck!

[1NZYaris1]

Very nice , injoy, which i am sure you will :thumbup:

[*MAD DOG*]

Pugwash eh! Rodger the cabin boy and Seaman Staines..... very funny cartoon way ahead of it's time.

[SilverBack]

Wow that turn-around time was lightning fast! Congrats on your new Y and drive safe :smile: