The Viper can take a hit, that's for sure...

[Nitro187]

Unfortunately I found out first hand...

I didn't see it coming; which was I guess a blessing in the end. I came to a stop at a red light, and the 28 year old woman hit me from the back and pushed me about 12 feet forward into the intersection. Thankfully, no one was in front of me, or she very well could have totaled my car. The damage, even though it doesn't look bad... ended up being pretty high... considering they had to replace the trunk lid, bumper, soft top that was in the trunk, exhaust, etc etc... but no frame damage, or anything that will cripple the car in anyway. I should have my baby back soon!

Anyone else have any pictures of their car that was in a fender bender that really showed how well they were built?

 

[jmasin]

Dang... sorry to hear/see that, but glad there was no major structural damage!

The chick's car is f'd up!

 

[Timnineside]

I would assume phone/texting was involved. First how do you rear end anything, second a VIPER!

But dang your Viper is one tuff motha!

Glad to hear everyone is OK!

 

[Nitro187]

I would assume phone/texting was involved. First how do you rear end anything, second a VIPER!

I'm sure she was texting... she was on her phone right after the incident texting someone.... so most likely. She didn't even have her foot on the brake, as she hit me twice... unbelievable.

 

[KNG SNKE]

I'm sure she was texting... she was on her phone right after the incident texting someone.... so most likely. She didn't even have her foot on the brake, as she hit me twice... unbelievable.

That really *****. I hate idiot drivers. From the photos I can't see any damage to your car. Pretty wild that she hit you twice. Did you mention that to the cop?

 

[coupe]

She needs to learn a lesson... whether it be from the law or from her insurance agency doubling her premium. Glad you're okay. Car looks unscathed.

 

[Nitro187]

That really *****. I hate idiot drivers. From the photos I can't see any damage to your car. Pretty wild that she hit you twice. Did you mention that to the cop?

I did mention it, and it was in the police report. I had a few witnesses who were kind enough to stand by as well, and to top that off... I had my dashboard camera that recorded the whole event. She was charged with careless driving, which pretty much sums it up too.

 

[jpa99acr]

if it was on the dash how did it record the rear?

 

[KNG SNKE]

if it was on the dash how did it record the rear?

It would records 2 impacts, 2 jumps in the vehicle's body if it was pointed out the front.

 

[Nitro187]

It would records 2 impacts, 2 jumps in the vehicle's body if it was pointed out the front.

Exactly. It also showed the red light in front of me.

 

[TP_ GTS]

Wow! Glad no one was injured.

You have it on camera? I wonder if that can and will be used in court (If it comes to that)? Is your insurance company asking for a copy of it? I would think it would not be used as it could be argued that is was "Altered".

 

[99 R/T 10]

That *****, glad you're ok. Make sure her insurance pay for all NEW parts.

 

[Nitro187]

No need for court, at least I don't think. But again, I am keeping everything in case it does come to that. And yes, I'm getting all new parts... except for the soft top... of which I purchased yesterday from a fellow Viper Club member to which I'll be reimbursed for from the insurance company. I also upgraded the exhaust that will be replaced with a Corsa from parts rack instead of stock... Thanks Jon!

 

[kyleblix]

Wow, glad to hear you and the car are ok!

 

[ZYellow01RT]

Sorry to hear that, Matthew....I would probably handle it a lot worse than you did...

And, your soft top will be shipped tomorrow...packed it up last night and sent some pics to your email last night...

Hang in there!!

 

[GTSnake]

I'd go for a totally new car. Viper panels are very difficult to line up properly and after a crash like that is going to be even more difficult. The car will never be the same. If it's clearly negligence I wouldn't make any compromises. If you have the exact time you could always look at phone records to prove it.

Doesn't your neck hurt too??? I'm sure that second hit snapped your neck back and forth a bit......

 

[AAKVIPER]

Sorry, the pics made my stomach sick ..
Arthur

 

[DrumrBoy]

One ought to lose one's license for 6 months or so if caught texting while driving....its getting much more prevalent and does have nasty consequences.......sorry that happened.

 

[JohnnyViper]

sorry that happened to you.....and here in MA texting is against the law and is considered i believe reckless driving

One ought to lose one's license for 6 months or so if caught texting while driving....its getting much more prevalent and does have nasty consequences.......sorry that happened.

 

[aloushi]

One ought to lose one's license for 6 months or so if caught texting while driving...

and another 6 months for hitting a Viper... Here's a pic of my car when one 17 year old girl went through a red light and another 17 year old girl made a left in front of her attempting to enter the gas station driver way (I was in that same drive way waiting to pull out) she t-boned her right into me. Both the other vehicles were completely totaled. Insurance payed a total of $25,280.00 for all new parts including hood. No engine or frame damage...

 

[DeceptioN]

and another 6 months for hitting a Viper... Here's a pic of my car when one 17 year old girl went through a red light and another 17 year old girl made a left in front of her attempting to enter the gas station driver way (I was in that same drive way waiting to pull out) she t-boned her right into me. Both the other vehicles were completely totaled. Insurance payed a total of $25,280.00 for all new parts including hood. No engine or frame damage...

How much did it cost to fix?

 

[aloushi]

$25,280.00

 

[Jeebs]

Glad to hear everyone is ok. But that ***** to hear about a fellow Ontario'ns viper getting hit. At least its not a total loss. Not sure if thats a good thing or not. On one hand you still have your car and all will get fixed. Second hand, your car has to get fixed.
Sorry man

 

[DeceptioN]

Should get a decent amount - make them factor in the amount you lose through resale with having an accident on the history.

 

[ViperTony]

Any pics of the woman that hit your Viper?

 

[AFL in NJ]

Sorry to hear that.

Regards,
Aaron

 

[GTS Dean]

I would assume phone/texting was involved. First how do you rear end anything, second a VIPER!

But dang your Viper is one tuff motha!

Glad to hear everyone is OK!

I put my 17 y-o daughter into a 6-speed RX-8. No texting and no yakking on the phone while driving. This country would have better drivers if vehicles were only offered with manual boxes. Auto trannies should be for handicapped use only.

 

[CEJ]

I put my 17 y-o daughter into a 6-speed RX-8. No texting and no yakking on the phone while driving. This country would have better drivers if vehicles were only offered with manual boxes. Auto trannies should be for handicapped use only.

Good policy. My daughter will be learning to drive in a 2007 Accord 4-cyl with a manual tranny. Then off to a defensive & high perf driving school at VIR for a daddy-daughter weekend. Then she can drive the Viper.

 

[GTS Dean]

We spent 3 hours together last weekend at the road course. She was on cloud 9!