cciepunk

So, this happened because some guy decided to pull out in front of me and I didn’t have time to respond. The initial insurance appraisal was $16k, but after I had the body shop look at it, the estimate was $32k to repair it. Although the picture doesn’t look all that bad, the increased cost was because the driver side frame rail was crushed from the impact and it was dreamed a total loss. 😭

I really loved the car, but I struggled to find another ISF with low mileage. I spent a couple of weeks looking and test driving cars. My time was limited to find a replacement and ended up with a ‘18 Camaro SS 1LE as my DD. Absolutely LOVE it. 😍

Thanks for all the help, CL has been a valuable resource. I’ll pop in once in a while.

idoke1

iTrader: (5)

It sucks seeing a nice isf total due to someone else's ignorance. That guy is a jerk for pulling in front of you. The new camaro ss is a worthy contender. Enjoy your new ride. It looks and performs gorgeous!

Diesel350

Nice, did you consider other cars? How much HP are those pushing? 455? Are those pretty reliable for the most part? With the Aero and the rims that thing looks sweet.

MpKSonic

Sorry you had to go through the accident. My previous F was totaled as well. I was rear ended on the interstate. I will say one thing, these cars make me feel incredibly safe. Much like your accident, the initial estimate was doable, but when a closer inspection was made, the cars were considered a total loss. The F didn't just completely buckle like the Ford Edge that hit me did.

Be safe out there and enjoy the new wheels!

newgsman

iTrader: (4)

Wow, really surprised that the frame rail was crushed. Never would have guessed that just from looking at the pictures. I am guessing the primary point of impact was right at the connection where the frame rail meets the front bumper causing the frame rail to absorb all of the energy from the hit. I suspect if the impact was anywhere else on the bumper or distributed more along the bumper the impact energy would have been absorbed by more body panels and the car probably could have been repaired.
So sad, one less ISF on the road (and a '11 no less).

UCrazyKid

That is surprising. The frame rail on these cars is pretty far back and much of the front end is bolted on and can just be taken off and replaced. Looks like a good parts car now since you kept it so well. Engine and tranny will be fine.

Meraki Autoworks

iTrader: (8)

Sorry to hear.

Welcome to the Lt1 family.

-Josh

I8ABMR

Sorry to hear about the loss of such a nice car. Chevy performance is on another level. Many happy miles

cciepunk

I was bummed that it happened. The car is destined to be a parts donor unless someone tries to salvage it.

Anyways, thanks for the kind words.

Jz39

iTrader: (2)

How fast were you going when the collision happened? That seriously looks like minor fender bender damage. I can’t believe that totaled your car. Crazy. Sad.

Vitveet

Most DEFINITELY the car will be fixed and resold....no way they'll part a car like that out. It'll be fixed for a small fraction of what the "estimate" they gave you was, lol. It'll sell for cheap and fast (salvage title).
Glad you're ok though. Chevy Camaro SSisn't a bad choice. Ran against one from a 20 roll to 110 and pretty much dead even. Strong motors.
Good luck!

V.