My 1le Died - Page 5

GTSLOW · 03-15-2019, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ParisTNDude

Totaled

I got a call from the adjuster just now and the body shop is calling it totaled. They said there was suspension damage as well as everything else. I honestly think the shop wants it to fix up for a sale unit.

INTERESTING: I spoke to the shop yesterday and they said they checked codes on the car and the only code was the automatic seat belt tensioner. He said they cleared it and there were no others. He said it was normal for them to smoke when deployed...REALLY? I doubt that very much! Is it also normal for it to totally drain the battery as well? The smell was definitely burned wires. I was a professional electrician for 17 years...I know the smell.

Anyway...it's time to start looking for a replacement car in earnest!!!

Glad it all worked out!

Just an FYI, there are new 2018 ZL1 1LE's marked down to the high 50's!

ParisTNDude · 03-16-2019, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 7speed

Man that sucks to hear. Doesn't look totalled though. I'm sure they will get everything sorted back out.

They estimated the damage at $17k without thoroughly testing the electrical systems. I don't think they could start the car.

L78toLT1 · 03-16-2019, 09:11 AM

I would be more concerned about future neck/spinal issues. My wife was involved in a very similar accident - she was in a Toyota Avalon. She initially thought she was just sore from the impact but ended up having to have neck surgery. She's ok but her neck will never be 100%.

ParisTNDude · 03-16-2019, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by L78toLT1

I would be more concerned about future neck/spinal issues. My wife was involved in a very similar accident - she was in a Toyota Avalon. She initially thought she was just sore from the impact but ended up having to have neck surgery. She's ok but her neck will never be 100%.

I am concerned about that since my neck seems to be more painful than just a sprain would indicate. Problem is, I have been so healthy all my life that I don't know how to determine how I should feel aside from seeing the doctors.

DanR · 03-16-2019, 08:02 PM

I purchased a new 2018 out of Ohio last week for ~$36,500, so they are out there. Good luck finding something new.

wjones14 · 03-16-2019, 09:52 PM

You're glad it was totaled, right? I know I would be. With that much damage, I doubt it would ever be 100% right again.

15% off 2018 leftovers now! A brand new 1LE in the $30s. 2SS 1LE w/PDR low $40s. I think the price is good nationwide until Apr.

Tim M · 03-17-2019, 03:12 AM

I'd be happy for a Total...especially on a new car that is easily replaceable. A ZL1 1LE is would I'd move up to...seems like the OP mentioned plans to modify his current ride - why not buy factory upgrade?

03-16-2019, 09:11 AM	#59
L78toLT1 Drives: Hyper Blue 2016 2SS 6M Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: North Ga Posts: 1,786	I would be more concerned about future neck/spinal issues. My wife was involved in a very similar accident - she was in a Toyota Avalon. She initially thought she was just sore from the impact but ended up having to have neck surgery. She's ok but her neck will never be 100%. __________________ Baby Blue 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS/6m/MRC/NPP/Silver Rally stripes/ZL1 wheels & brakes/GForce DS and axles/ZLE Cradle Bushings/FE4 ARB front & rear/SEMA Grill/Rotofab dry/95mm TB/Magnuson 2300/Full LT4 fuel system/JMS boost-a-pump/E85 Sensor/Ported CID heads from LME/Cammotion PD cam/Thompson Motorsports forged shortblock/catted Kooks 1 7/8 headers /JRE remote tuned

03-16-2019, 09:52 PM	#62
wjones14 Drives: 2021 BMW M2 Competition Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Niantic CT Posts: 775	You're glad it was totaled, right? I know I would be. With that much damage, I doubt it would ever be 100% right again. 15% off 2018 leftovers now! A brand new 1LE in the $30s. 2SS 1LE w/PDR low $40s. I think the price is good nationwide until Apr. __________________ 2021 BMW M2 Competition 6MT 2011 Candy Lime Green Kawasaki Z1000 (1/4 mile - 10.38 @ 129.61 mph - stock) ---------- Previous: 2018 Summit White 2SS 1LE; 2015 MINI Cooper F56 6MT; 2015 BMW M235i 6MT; 2003 MINI 5MT; 2005 Mustang GT 5MT

03-16-2019, 08:02 PM	#61
DanR Drives: 2018 SS 1LE 1998 BMW M3 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 1	I purchased a new 2018 out of Ohio last week for ~$36,500, so they are out there. Good luck finding something new.

03-17-2019, 03:12 AM	#63
Tim M Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 807	I'd be happy for a Total...especially on a new car that is easily replaceable. A ZL1 1LE is would I'd move up to...seems like the OP mentioned plans to modify his current ride - why not buy factory upgrade?

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