Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 I was pulling away from some lights just going round a slight bend and the back just went, i was probably only doing 10 mph. Wasnt pushing the car or accelarating fiercly, just driving normally, cant believe it! I ended up facing the wrong way but my car went up an embankment, the rear off side wheel has buckled in, i hate to think what damage has been done underneath . The bodywork itself has not been marked which is lucky. Just waiting for the insurance company to ring me back as it needs a recovery truck to take it away. Im gutted, hope it hasnt written it off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz1 Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 feel for you vicky was it raining this morning, or wet:( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamc Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 bloody hell, that makesme nervous, I have a heavy foot! doesnt sound bad enough to write off, fingers crossed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Author Share Posted June 22, 2007 feel for you vicky was it raining this morning, or wet:( Yeah it had been raining so the road was a bit slippery, cant understand it though, something made it go, there was some mud on the road when i looked after i eventually got out my car but i think that was from where i went up the embankment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millsy Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Sorry to hear that. Worrying indeed - hope it's alright, must have been more of a shock than if you'd been pushing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyT Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 That's harsh Vicky. What are your tyres like treadwise. 'course pothole ,rain, diesel or manhole could be to blame. On a lighter note. I can't see your car in your garage... Must be the investigation by the Moderators 'spose.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Author Share Posted June 22, 2007 If id been pushing it i could understand it and say to myself its my own fault but i wasnt, i actually feel lucky that i didnt hit anyone else and i didnt hit the post that was on the ambankment! Really angry that no-one stopped to ask if i was ok though, everyone just drove on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb10supra Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Really angry that no-one stopped to ask if i was ok though, everyone just drove on testament to our shit society we live in Glad everything is ok.....fingers crossed for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Bad luck! It's not very likely anything is damaged to the car itself besides the wheel. I had something similar about 4 years ago. Just had to refurb the wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibbleyuk Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Thats not good hope its ok shouldnt be to bad, fingers crossed! I know exsactly what you mean though this weather is not good, mine slides all over the place havnt lost it yet...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henk Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Sorry to hear it! Makes note to self: Take it easy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neil tt Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Glad your okay, and I'm sure you can't have done that much damage:( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Author Share Posted June 22, 2007 thanks guys, will keep you updated with it all, ive got my fingers crossed to. On the up side - i'll have to buy some new wheels now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_supra Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 Sorry to hear this Vicky, glad it wasn't worse and that you are ok, hope the car damage doesn't turn out to be anything costly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Author Share Posted June 22, 2007 Remember guys and gals - be careful! Ive been driving the same route to work for 2 years in supe and this has never happened, it only takes that split second Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick001 Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 If id been pushing it i could understand it and say to myself its my own fault but i wasnt, i actually feel lucky that i didnt hit anyone else and i didnt hit the post that was on the ambankment! Really angry that no-one stopped to ask if i was ok though, everyone just drove on No way - i would of stopped, made sure you were all right, called the recovery on my breakdown service, made you a cup of tea - and then asked you to marry me Really hope your ok and car is soon on the road again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_supra Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 No way - i would of stopped, made sure you were all right, called the recovery on my breakdown service, made you a cup of tea - and then asked you to marry me Really hope your ok and car is soon on the road again Smooth:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Author Share Posted June 22, 2007 No way - i would of stopped, made sure you were all right, called the recovery on my breakdown service, made you a cup of tea - and then asked you to marry me Really hope your ok and car is soon on the road again I cant believe nobody stopped, they must of seen it happen, people are just ignorant these days, except peeps on here im ok, hit my head and neck hurts a bit but im more worried about my car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlT67 Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 I cant believe nobody stopped, they must of seen it happen, people are just ignorant these days, except peeps on here im ok, hit my head and neck hurts a bit but im more worried about my car. Yea its pretty sh1t that nobody stops, to make sure someone does next time just open your door and fall into the road making loads of noise, then they have to stop and help.... Hope its sorted quickly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous brain Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 My supe did a very similar thing coming off a roundabout when I first had it. I was lucky as I had enough road to catch it. The passenger was utterly stunned and couldn't understand why I was attempting to spin the car at such a slow speed. It was basically the drop down from 2nd into 1st as the ecu decided that I had applied enough gas to warrant dropping the gear down right on the apex. I should imagine the only damage done will be the wheel as the suspension is rather sturdy in that area, you'll maybe need a suspension arm if a ball joints broken. If you have a rare wheel type you may find it difficult to locate a wheel. If you need a full set as you can't get a single wheel there are enough sets of secondhand wheels about that are cheap enough to keep you going so you don't have to rush into buying a set. Like you say though only good thing is no-one was hurt. Hopefully your neck doesn't hurt too long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick001 Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 I cant believe nobody stopped, they must of seen it happen, people are just ignorant these days, except peeps on here im ok, hit my head and neck hurts a bit but im more worried about my car. Ah Vicky, rest up and have a relaxing weekend - i do a 1st class massage if needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R3DG3CKO ROB Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 That sucks... Mine's very slippy under llight throttle especially on roundabouts or corners... Can't believe no one stopped! I had a fairly serious crash a couple of years ago and was very gratefull to the people who stopped to help. I'll have to see if I still have the pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky Posted June 22, 2007 Author Share Posted June 22, 2007 Well the cars been taken to the garage now and from what they are saying at first glance it doesnt seem to be too bad, suspension will need doing but they dont think the chassis is twisted, hopefully they can put it on the ramps today and i'll know for sure later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilli Posted June 22, 2007 Share Posted June 22, 2007 hope you get it sorted out ok, amazing how these cars seem to be able to step out at low speeds. Seem to be more low speed accidents than high speed ones! Obviously the car was never designed to go slow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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