by "f86sabre" (f86sabre)
Published 08/22/2017 at 17:08
by "f86sabre" (f86sabre)
Published 08/22/2017 at 17:08
Tags: Evo
; wrecks
STARS: 5
While in stop and go traffic coming back from the eclipse yesterday evening we were rear ended by a kid on his phone. Everyone is ok. He hit the Minivan behind us with enough force that it pushed them into us and us into a Prius. The cop came and the kid flat out told him that it was his fault. I popped the hood at the accident scene and the front crash structure was pushed back to the radiator. No leaks though. When I got home I look under the body and saw that the driver’s side “frame rail” had buckled. When talking to the insurance lady she said that based on the age of the car there was a high probability that it would be totaled.
I even took a picture of it during the eclipse!
I loved that car. Bought it new in 2003. 187,000 miles and hardly an issue. Fun, fast and I could haul the entire family. The fastest soccer mom mobile in the lot. I have no idea what could replace it.
It makes me sad.
"benjrblant" (benjblant)
08/22/2017 at 17:12, STARS: 2
Sorry for your loss. I hope you find something with four wheels to fill that void in your life!
"HammerheadFistpunch" (hammerheadfistpunch)
08/22/2017 at 17:12, STARS: 5
So...truthfully...one of my biggest fears is talking to the insurance adjuster with the cruiser because it will take SO LITTLE to total it and they would offer me next to nothing for it. Sorry for the loss.
"That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms" (thatbastardkurtis5)
08/22/2017 at 17:16, STARS: 3
This sucks, the car world needs all the Evos it has. Maybe you can get the payout, buy it from the insurance company and fix it enough to make it a track car?
"sm70- why not Duesenberg?" (sm70-whynotduesenberg)
08/22/2017 at 17:16, STARS: 1
That fucking sucks. I saw at least 4 accidents leaving the eclipse totality yesterday.
"BahamaTodd" (bahamatodd)
08/22/2017 at 17:16, STARS: 2
Pours one out.
:(
"Takuro Spirit" (takurospirit)
08/22/2017 at 17:17, STARS: 3
F
"Flynorcal: pilot, offshore sailor, car racer and panty thief" (flynorcal)
08/22/2017 at 17:18, STARS: 1
Sorry for your loss.
Hopefully the insurance company makes it as fast and fair as possible.
"Autophile412 - what's the world got in store?" (autophile412)
08/22/2017 at 17:19, STARS: 1
What a bummer man. I miss my Evo all the time. I was going to try to buy another 8 or possibly a 9 but the market is so high on them it is ridiculous. It could work in your favor though since the replacement price is so high. Don’t take less than fair current market value. I would take the average value of ten currently for sale and don’t settle for a penny less.
"notsomethingstructural" (notsomethingstructural)
08/22/2017 at 17:21, STARS: 4
I’m not sure exactly how this works, but you might want to talk to an insurance broker (not an agent) to find out if/how you can pursue services from an independent or public adjuster. I don’t deal in cars, but I work on property damage claims a lot as an expert witness, and the public adjusters do incredible work for their clients. Having a car where there’s super limited sale data makes it all the more necessary, since there is a good chance their settlement will screw you either deliberately or accidentally.
Also, most policies allow you to buy the car back from them at roughly scrap value but with a salvage title. You should consider that even for parts. Hell, you might take the settlement and talk to a not-dealer shop about what to do now - but you would be crazy to submit an estimate from anyone but a dealer.
Good luck man - that sucks. Every jalop’s biggest fear.
"Doge_Supreme drives a BRZ" (doge-supreme)
08/22/2017 at 17:22, STARS: 1
That sucks. Hopefully you get a decent amount from the insurance, but money doesn’t help fill the emotional void. Sorry for your loss.
"That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms" (thatbastardkurtis5)
08/22/2017 at 17:24, STARS: 1
This is a fact. What people pay for them and their book value have little if any relationship.
"HammerheadFistpunch" (hammerheadfistpunch)
08/22/2017 at 17:27, STARS: 9
yup. And good luck explaining that to an adjuster.
“heres your check for $2000"
“Cool thanks, now I just need another $10000 to replace it with a like model.”
"Nothing" (nothingatalluseful)
08/22/2017 at 17:27, STARS: 1
That really sucks. Sorry for the wreck, glad everyone is ok.
"Aero" (Aero)
08/22/2017 at 17:31, STARS: 2
Don’t give up on it yet. My girlfriend’s SVT Focus has been totalled twice now, the second time for frame damage. We took it straight to the body shop and used a fraction of the payout to repair the frame and respray the panels. She pocketed the rest and the car has been just as reliable as before. Plus the front end is nice and shiny.
While every instance is different, it’s worth trying to save it.
"ttyymmnn" (ttyymmnn)
08/22/2017 at 17:32, STARS: 1
Damn. Sorry to hear that, but glad everybody is okay. Reminds me of losing my 2001 Golf through no fault of my own. I loved that car. And the insurance money, what little there was, just went in the bank. Hard to replace a paid-for car for $1500.
"XJDano" (xjdano)
08/22/2017 at 17:44, STARS: 1
This is sad. Sorry for your loss. Good luck with insurances. Mention that $130,00 eBay one and see if that helps your cause at all.
Thinking of another EVO? http://m.ebay.com/itm/2006-Mitsubishi-Lancer-Evolution-IX-/112530829770
"That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms" (thatbastardkurtis5)
08/22/2017 at 17:48, STARS: 0
One of the reasons I sold mine. If something like that happened I couldn’t afford to replace it with what they’d have paid and I would have been screwed. Now I’ve got a truck that’s worth 1/3 as much, but at least that’s what I’ve got into it if something happens.
"HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles" (hondasfordsvolvo)
08/22/2017 at 17:52, STARS: 1
I have an older four door AWD Mitsubishi if you want it.
"HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles" (hondasfordsvolvo)
08/22/2017 at 17:55, STARS: 0
I would not want to know how little an insurance company would give me for the Galant VR-4, I would guess about 1200 bucks. Based on year and miles. I only have 4 times that in the car.
"RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars" (rallydarkstrike)
08/22/2017 at 17:59, STARS: 1
Damn man, SO sorry to hear...very pretty car. :( At least you’re all OK....
"Nibby" (nibby68)
08/22/2017 at 18:01, STARS: 2
At least the kid was upfront and honest. Hopefully he won’t use his phone while driving again.
"TahoeSTi" (tahoesti)
08/22/2017 at 18:52, STARS: 6
You can try and ask for a real replacement value, you just have to prove it. By finding cars like yours in the same condition before the accident for sale at hire prices. It’s worked for a few people i know.....one with an EVO even.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/22/2017 at 18:57, STARS: 0
That is the plan. Fingers crossed.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/22/2017 at 19:18, STARS: 1
That has been discussed.
"That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms" (thatbastardkurtis5)
08/22/2017 at 19:42, STARS: 0
Good. I feel slightly better.
"Funktheduck" (funktheduck)
08/22/2017 at 19:52, STARS: 1
That sucks. On the bright side, they still make the STi
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/22/2017 at 20:04, STARS: 5
I have also pondered an Evo powered Lotus 7 or copy cat.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/22/2017 at 20:05, STARS: 0
I’ve thought about that. Could be fun.
"Nick Has an Exocet" (nickallain)
08/22/2017 at 22:36, STARS: 2
Trollbait: Buy an STI then spend ungodly amounts of money swapping the 4G63 in.
"TheD0k_2many toys 2little time" (thed0ck)
08/23/2017 at 03:39, STARS: 0
except the STI is garbage compared to an Evo
"EvolutionTen" (EvolutionTen)
08/23/2017 at 04:01, STARS: 2
For Shame. Your Evo serves you valiantly for over a decade and nearly 200k and you’re gonna honor it’s legacy by going to it’s arch nemesis?
Sad.
"Dave the car guy , still here" (a3dave)
08/23/2017 at 08:20, STARS: 1
So sorry to hear. Hope you find a suitable replacement. :(
"Dave the car guy , still here" (a3dave)
08/23/2017 at 08:22, STARS: 1
I’ve seen an STI complete drivetrain and engine in a Vanagon. Maybe something like that would be fun.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/23/2017 at 09:01, STARS: 0
I have respect for both cars and went back and forth when I bought this one. I had an Eclipse GS-T prior to the Evo, so I have been happy with Mitsubishi. Now, Mitsubishi still shows that you can buy a 2015 Evo X. That is kind of funny/sad as well.
"DL" (louksd)
08/23/2017 at 09:18, STARS: 0
So sorry about the Evo! That’s sickening, as you’ve cared for that car well. If you do look at an STi, may I recommend finding a used wagon? I know the Mini sorta works like one, but adding a little more “utility” to your fleet makes you more versatile while still maintaining your standard of not owning a rolling Romper Room.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/23/2017 at 11:28, STARS: 0
Well, hey there. Didn’t know you lurked around here.
Yeah, it has been a great car. Considering buying it back depending on the cost for track fun. Mechanically it is perfect. No leaks from anything.
The Mrs has been mentioning that she would like something with more utility for the minions. I am giving her a lot of leeway on this one. Wagons have been discussed up to and including....
My game plan right now is to get her what she wants and then in a couple of years it will be my turn.
"Future next gen S2000 owner" (future-next-gen-s2000-owner)
08/23/2017 at 11:44, STARS: 0
Buy it back + reinforce that section of the frame rail = racecar
"Funktheduck" (funktheduck)
08/23/2017 at 12:04, STARS: 0
I wouldn’t say garbage. They do have different approaches to a similar goal. I’ve always preferred the Subie but see the merits of the Evo
"Funktheduck" (funktheduck)
08/23/2017 at 12:05, STARS: 1
Definitely doesn’t hurt to check it out. But here’s hoping you get to save your baby
"LongbowMkII" (longbowmkii)
08/23/2017 at 12:17, STARS: 2
you may have lost an Evo.
but you just gained a rally car!!!
"DL" (louksd)
08/23/2017 at 13:18, STARS: 1
Actually, I don’t lurk here, but the Gameological site I frequent is switching over to the Kinja backend today, and I remember you did some blog posts and stuff here, so I looked you up.
Good choice on the alternatives - does Audi sell the RS4 wagon here?
"davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com" (davesaddiction)
08/23/2017 at 13:32, STARS: 0
Damn. Sorry.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/23/2017 at 14:31, STARS: 0
Sadly, they don’t sell the RS4.
I haven’t done any long form stuff here in a while, But I may write up a synopses of owning the Evo.
"Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever" (superchan7)
08/23/2017 at 15:58, STARS: 0
Sorry to hear. Most importantly the people are OK.
For a car with nearly 200k miles and frame damage, that’s pretty much a recipe for total loss.
"jkm7680" (jkm7680)
08/23/2017 at 17:58, STARS: 2
If I had a car I’d owned for 15 years and 187,000 miles solid, I’d smack the shit outta that kid.
"plak424" (plak424)
08/23/2017 at 18:44, STARS: 1
Take the insurance payout, buy back the totaled car and make it reborn as a track car.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/23/2017 at 18:56, STARS: 0
It wouldn’t have helped much. I did give him the high end dumb shit look. I think his insurance is going to have their way with him when he ends up totally two cars.
"f86sabre" (f86sabre)
08/23/2017 at 18:57, STARS: 0
That is a likely conclusion unless they want too much for the totaled car.
"Gamecat235" (Gamecat235)
08/28/2017 at 02:55, STARS: 0
That sucks. I’m truly sorry to hear it. Your evo ownership is one of the few I’ve known of that has actually been completely positive. Which makes it all the harder.
Get everything you can reasonably ask for in terms of compensation, and then test drive the shit out of a bunch of cars And find the one that’s best for you.
Most importantly though. Very glad everyone is safe.