Absolutely Gutted . . .But glad im Alive!!!

by mrMISTeRYo, 06-06-2017, 05:03 AM

Hi Guys,

Still relatively new to the Lexus scene but it seems that someone or something wants to stop me from enjoy it!!

I reckon my IS200 is gonna be written off as i span off when taking an exit at a roundabout in Coventry City Centre on my way to work.
I didn't take the corner with any great speed but the wet conditions combined with a rear wheel drive and a lack of 'drifting' experience resutled in a pretty nasty crash. I mounted the kerb, getting some air in the process, the drift causing the car to swerve diagonally into a directional sign with two metal posts - these were ripped clean outta the ground including concrete foundations and then i went through a wooden fence alongside the pavement walkway before a subway entrance.
As i said i'm soooo lucky and thankful that no one else was there otherwise it could have been pretty nasty and i would be looking at a totally different situation.

Luckily no one else was involved at all; drivers or pedestrians, so somebody 'up there' clearly likes me enough not to hurt anybody!!:thumbup1:

Heres a pic of the car when i first bought it only 3 months ago:



And here is a couple of pics after the accident:

















Not exactly sure what the insurers will say but my dad; an ex mechanic thinks it'll be a write -off as the chassis has actually twisted from the impact on the drivers door - event he boot door has been bent although it never got hit!:blink:

So i'm not sure if its wise to get another IS200 but i really did like it, one of the best cars i've ever driven but because of the potential hike in insurance premiums i may need to go back to crappy old front wheel drive cars :Sulk:

But i can't really complain as this was totally my fault and hope it comes as a warning to other young drivers of rear wheel drive cars, so this doesn't happen to any of you guys out there.

I'll keep the forum updated with any developments . . . . fingers crossed eh?

Happy Birthday Marcus_1UZ

by Bandit, 05-06-2017, 09:24 PM

Happy 39th Birthday matey, hope you have a great day :drink::thumbup1:

My Efforts are in Print!!!

by steve2009, 05-06-2017, 04:54 PM

Some of you may remember a while ago I rebuilt the starter motor on my LS400 and did the removal/repair and refit myself.
I took many pictures during the operation so if I forgot what went where I would have a reference.
I then emailed a write up with some pictures to "Car Mechanics" magazine and having received the August copy yesterday had a thumb through it last night.
When I got to the letters pages I saw 2 pictures that looked familiar and also a write up.
My letter and pictures had been published!
Even better it has been nominated the "Star Letter" and as such I have won a Sealey 30 LED rechargeable inspection lamp worth £63.39.
If anyone has the mag it is on page 25 entitled "Jap Starter Motor"
My autograph is available for a small fee!:biggrin:

Welcome sorted vti

by Lexusboy, 05-06-2017, 03:38 PM

Welcome to the OJC

We hope you enjoy your time on here.

If you need any help just ask:thumbup1:

(sorted vti) im here guys

by sorted vti, 05-06-2017, 03:38 PM

hey people.

just to let you know another member from that other club has arrived.:lol:

im sure a few of you know me.

gord and wozza have been in contact so im sure very shortly you guys will be able to get the outlaw stickers on ur cars.

cheers for the headsup about the site.

neil

Nasa TV

by Lee, 05-06-2017, 12:44 PM

Does anybody watch Nasa TV.

There is a gadget for Vista/W7
Link to download is Here

Atm, Endevour is docking with the space station. I think it's amazing, these huge objects just gliding into position with no error at all :ohmy:

Welcome to hawk77ojc

by steviewevie, 05-06-2017, 07:36 AM

Welcome aboard ! :thumbup:

Hello all

by chris200, 05-06-2017, 06:43 AM

Hi everyone it's me Chris from *** was Chrisis200 there, I finally got my right name here Chris200 lol.. Not been around on the sites for a month or 2 pretty poor & sorting my life out...
Still in choas with women, car is finally on the road again after 4months though...lol

But it's nice to be back & sure I'll be around every so often, when I have pennys back all the time lol..:laugh:

Chris

Welcome to the club Chris200.

by Bandit, 05-06-2017, 06:40 AM

Hello and Welcome to the club mate, hope you enjoy your stay :thumbup: