Ouch, it hurt
22 December 1998, 08:26 AM
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The fun of owning a turbo for six days and planning my 1500 mile round trip to the Scottish Highalnds this New Year have been overshadowed by a collision I had with my father's Range Rover, of all cars! (it was rendered un-driveable too, ha ha)
Although the cosmetic sight is ghastly, a little bit of temporary re-modelling could fix the car so I can at least make the trip, then get the car repaired on my return in early January. Please look at the damage : www.netergy.com/ouch.jpg and see for yourself.
In my opinion, a new o/s light, sidelight and indicator are needed (although height adjustment will not work), along with a flattening of the bonnet and stretching of the o/s wing. There is no internal damage, and the damage is only cosmetic (no evidence of any structural movement - mechanic's opinion, not mine).
Where can I get the above items quickly and cheaply?
Comisserations appreciated!
Although the cosmetic sight is ghastly, a little bit of temporary re-modelling could fix the car so I can at least make the trip, then get the car repaired on my return in early January. Please look at the damage : www.netergy.com/ouch.jpg and see for yourself.
In my opinion, a new o/s light, sidelight and indicator are needed (although height adjustment will not work), along with a flattening of the bonnet and stretching of the o/s wing. There is no internal damage, and the damage is only cosmetic (no evidence of any structural movement - mechanic's opinion, not mine).
Where can I get the above items quickly and cheaply?
Comisserations appreciated!
22 December 1998, 11:30 AM
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If it is only going to be a temporary repair, then I would suggest phoning round breaker's yards in your area to see if they have any Impreza's "in stock".
I think you can also search the Autotrader and Exchange and Mart sites for breaker's yard stocks as well.
I think new headlamps are about 140 quid each, but your local dealer should have some in stock.
Judging by the damage, I would be very careful driving the car at speed unless the bonnet can be made flat enough so that it seals properly, and is firmly fixed down. The last thing you want is for it to fly up when driving at 70 mph! I have heard that a new turbo bonnet costs about 900 quid!
You might also have problems getting the headlamps adjusted correctly with the damage to the bumper, but I'm sure a competent mechanic with a hammer could make suitable adjustments prior to it being replaced.
Are your insurance company going to be happy with these make-do repairs though when they come to fix it for proper, and would the police be happy if they saw you on the road with your car in that state ? I would personally play it safe and get your dad to stump up for a hire car for your holiday. Not as much fun, but very much safer....
I think you can also search the Autotrader and Exchange and Mart sites for breaker's yard stocks as well.
I think new headlamps are about 140 quid each, but your local dealer should have some in stock.
Judging by the damage, I would be very careful driving the car at speed unless the bonnet can be made flat enough so that it seals properly, and is firmly fixed down. The last thing you want is for it to fly up when driving at 70 mph! I have heard that a new turbo bonnet costs about 900 quid!
You might also have problems getting the headlamps adjusted correctly with the damage to the bumper, but I'm sure a competent mechanic with a hammer could make suitable adjustments prior to it being replaced.
Are your insurance company going to be happy with these make-do repairs though when they come to fix it for proper, and would the police be happy if they saw you on the road with your car in that state ? I would personally play it safe and get your dad to stump up for a hire car for your holiday. Not as much fun, but very much safer....
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