toyotasuprauk Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Damn, that’s the guy who painted his car in the back garden right? May he rest in peace Oh that guy, that’s absolutely terrible RIP. The bit that says: "veered out of control for no apparent reason" is the most worrying not the first time I've read that on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlM Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Rest in peace Rik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz6002 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Shit thats terrible news. May he rest in peace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 It was Rik Gardener in his mat black mk4, we were sitting in the santa pod supra enclosure last jap fest. I was in a red mr2. He was a close friend. If i hear more i'll post it. User name on this site was "Rik". Please let his family know of this thread and our best wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonny5 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 :(thought's go out to his family:( rip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Trippnology Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Hi folks. It was indeed Rik. I'm a friend of his and at the moment, I'm just totally stunned to have lost such a good mate. I've been to see his wife and family today. Obviously, they're very distraught by the whole thing but they're all putting on a very brave face. His dry sense of humour and fast wit and were legendary. He never once worried if what he was about to say would cause offense, often to the amusement of the possibly offended! I couldn't count the number of times I nearly wet my pants with laughter, hanging out with that man. The car apparently swerved wildly on some standing water. Some fish-tailing ensued with Rik fighting for control when he hit the roadside sign side on. He was killed instantly. His wife Vik has asked me to post here to say how much Rik appreciated all the help, advice and parts from people here. He loved his Supra and couldn't have got it back on the road without you guys. I would love to sort out a fitting tribute for him so if any of you guys would like to get involved please PM me or contact me via rikkitripp at hotmail dot com If you happen to have any photos of Rik from any previous meets, they would also be appreciated. Rik leaves his wife Vikki and sons Brett and Luca. Our thoughts are with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Hi folks. It was indeed Rik. I'm a friend of his and at the moment, I'm just totally stunned to have lost such a good mate. I've been to see his wife and family today. Obviously, they're very distraught by the whole thing but they're all putting on a very brave face. His dry sense of humour and fast wit and were legendary. He never once worried if what he was about to say would cause offense, often to the amusement of the possibly offended! I couldn't count the number of times I nearly wet my pants with laughter, hanging out with that man. The car apparently swerved wildly on some standing water. Some fish-tailing ensued with Rik fighting for control when he hit the roadside sign side on. He was killed instantly. His wife Vik has asked me to post here to say how much Rik appreciated all the help, advice and parts from people here. He loved his Supra and couldn't have got it back on the road without you guys. I would love to sort out a fitting tribute for him so if any of you guys would like to get involved please PM me or contact me via rikkitripp at hotmail dot com If you happen to have any photos of Rik from any previous meets, they would also be appreciated. Rik leaves his wife Vikki and sons Brett and Luca. Our thoughts are with them. I will be honest and say that has brought a lump to the throat, and I didn't even know the guy personally... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitesupraboy2 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 He was indeed a great guy. Had some good talks with him over PM and what he was doing with his car. The club community on here is very close and Rik was indeed a great member and friend to all who he met or spoke too. Pass on our regards and maybe print off this thread to show his family we are all thinking of them in this time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wkdtime Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Hi folks. It was indeed Rik. I'm a friend of his and at the moment, I'm just totally stunned to have lost such a good mate. I've been to see his wife and family today. Obviously, they're very distraught by the whole thing but they're all putting on a very brave face. His dry sense of humour and fast wit and were legendary. He never once worried if what he was about to say would cause offense, often to the amusement of the possibly offended! I couldn't count the number of times I nearly wet my pants with laughter, hanging out with that man. The car apparently swerved wildly on some standing water. Some fish-tailing ensued with Rik fighting for control when he hit the roadside sign side on. He was killed instantly. His wife Vik has asked me to post here to say how much Rik appreciated all the help, advice and parts from people here. He loved his Supra and couldn't have got it back on the road without you guys. I would love to sort out a fitting tribute for him so if any of you guys would like to get involved please PM me or contact me via rikkitripp at hotmail dot com If you happen to have any photos of Rik from any previous meets, they would also be appreciated. Rik leaves his wife Vikki and sons Brett and Luca. Our thoughts are with them. Give all our condolences to his wife and kids, our thought's are with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul372 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 i hate it when stuff like this happens really gets you thinking, i ve got a lump in my throat just reading about it, my thoughts go out to his family never wish these on anyone RIP Rik all thinking of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juanchan Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Rik was one of the many people on here that I felt I knew, even though I could walk past him in the street without a hint of recognition. Condolences to his wife and children - thinking of them in such difficult circumstances. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyW Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 What an awful, awful thing to happen. Can't imagine what his wife must be going through right now. Please be careful out there guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lui Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 HOLY SHIT what sad news can't believe i am hearing this, was only speaking to him for about a hour couple of weekends ago @ jap show santa pod he was actually parked up next to me!!!! http://img503.imageshack.us/img503/2006/img0490ga4.jpg Shot with Hope it's not this guys car that's parked beside me RIP rik mate deepest thoughts go out to all your family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Just read this, didn't know the guy but seen him on here loads. My thoughts are with his family and friends Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesC Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Terrible news Thoughts are with his family. RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheekymonkey Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 It's always the good guys that go isn't it. I didn't know him either but it certainly makes you think. Condolences to family and friends. What a tradgedy that he leave a wife and two little boys Please be careful out there guys and girls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibbleyuk Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Its such a shock i remember DamanC showing me before i was a member, a crazy guy painting his car in his garden It is so sad :( It really makes me think hard about how easy it is to lose your life.. My thoughts are with his family and friends! may he RIP x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedM Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 I didn't realise Rik had a wife and kids. It makes it even more tragic. My thoughts to his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kslb Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Rip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwayne Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 very sorry to hear this. my thoughts go out to his friends and family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_blackman Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Awful news, rip rik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 I didn't realise Rik had a wife and kids. It makes it even more tragic. Yeah I was thinking the same thing Hitting a road sign, thats such bad luck. Standing water can catch anyone out, check your tyres have tread guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian W Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 no way!! just read this and i used to speak to Rik regularly via msn....never met the guy but felt like i knew him i suppose. feel really weird just now, don't know what to say. my sincerest condolences to his family and friends Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supra61 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 this is indeed a very sad day we have lost a brother.my thoughts are with you,your family and loved ones.you will be missed.rip rik. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jezz Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Gutted. I still have PM's from him in my inbox. I think he had quite a few bits from us. Thoughts are with his family. Rest in piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now