Hit a deer...*&%$#*!!!!
Thread Starter
Lexus Fanatic
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 5,371
Likes: 526
From: BC Canada
Hit a deer...*&%$#*!!!!
Hit a deer on my way to work. It was actually hit by a dump truck right in front of me and then threw it into my lane, where I then struck it while it was skitting across the lanes of trafffic. I literally drove over it and it threw my car in the air about a foot at the front and then the back. It was a mess.
Body damage appeared to be just the bumper/lower fascia....right down to an antler protruding through it by the fog light. After a few pics for insurance purposes, I drove away with my partner to report for shift. As we drove along, I quickly realized that my ducts were throwing out cold air. No heat. It also appeared that some steam was coming out of the grill area. Also, my steering was making some weird sounds, as were the suspension components over bumps. When I got to work, steam continued to come from the grill area and red (or pink coolant) fluid dripping from the undercarriage. It was too dark to really see much.
Soooo, after a tow to the local GM dealership ( a good collision repair facility in my town) I await information on how much and what type of damage my car has suffered.
I am now the proud, temporary owner of a brand new Ford Fusion SE as a courtesy/rental. Sigh.
Thanks for reading and your support. LOL.
Body damage appeared to be just the bumper/lower fascia....right down to an antler protruding through it by the fog light. After a few pics for insurance purposes, I drove away with my partner to report for shift. As we drove along, I quickly realized that my ducts were throwing out cold air. No heat. It also appeared that some steam was coming out of the grill area. Also, my steering was making some weird sounds, as were the suspension components over bumps. When I got to work, steam continued to come from the grill area and red (or pink coolant) fluid dripping from the undercarriage. It was too dark to really see much.
Soooo, after a tow to the local GM dealership ( a good collision repair facility in my town) I await information on how much and what type of damage my car has suffered.
I am now the proud, temporary owner of a brand new Ford Fusion SE as a courtesy/rental. Sigh.
Thanks for reading and your support. LOL.
Lexus Test Driver
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 1,365
Likes: 32
From: Massachusetts
Man that sucks royally. Sorry to hear. Even though its good no one other than the deer was hurt, having your baby all banged up is a crappy night.
And then to get hit with a Ford....oh man
And then to get hit with a Ford....oh man
Trending Topics
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 39
Likes: 0
From: VA
I feel your pain - I hit a deer a couple weeks ago with my 08 LWB. I got away a little easier than you, though...just ripped off the side mirror and dinged the front door. It bounced off me and then slammed into the guy behind me.
Everyone be careful out there. I guess I should be happy we don't have any moose in the DC area.
Everyone be careful out there. I guess I should be happy we don't have any moose in the DC area.
ClubLexus Stories
Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe
Top 10 Most Confusing Things Lexus Has Ever Done!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Lexus ES Review: Lexus Re-Embraces Founding Principles
Michael S. Palmer
10 Lexus Bargains That are Cheaper Than a New Toyota RAV4
Joe Kucinski
8 Weirdest Things Lexus Has Ever Built
Verdad Gallardo
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers
Joe Kucinski
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!
Joe Kucinski
Moderator
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 3,761
Likes: 72
From: Atlanta, GA
Dayum that sucks man and I feel your pain! It's mating season here and I have to keep my head on a swivel due to deer just running right in front of you without warning!!!! Glad it was not worse and you could walk away one thing I know from experience is the LS can take hit.
your the last person who deserves that kind of situation.
Pole Position
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 2,653
Likes: 558
From: AR
Hit a dear 10 or 12 years ago took the whole front end out of the RAV4. Glad you were not hurt. My insurance covered it less my deductible.
Dennis
Dennis
Last edited by DJWLDW; Oct 29, 2014 at 07:17 AM. Reason: wording
And, again, in the US most insurance companies consider a deer collision to be comprehensive coverage (not collision). So, if you don't have comprehensive coverage, the repairs are on your dime!
Racer
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 1,657
Likes: 45
From: Maryland
Sorry to hear about your misfortune. I lost one of my cars to a deer collision. Comprehensive will always cover the damage even it it's your fault. Having liability is on you because you can't sue a deer.
Last edited by Devh; Oct 29, 2014 at 03:27 PM.
