R50/R53 :: Hatch Talk (2002-2006) Cooper (R50) and Cooper S (R53) hatchback discussion.

R50/53 I wrecked my car !!!!!!!!!!

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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 10:49 PM
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I wrecked my car !!!!!!!!!!

check out my gallery...
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 10:53 PM
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So sorry!! You're ok though, I take it?
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 10:55 PM
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Ouch! What happened?
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 10:57 PM
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kinda hit two mail boxes going 30 mph!
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 11:04 PM
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Double ouch!
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 11:14 PM
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kinda hit two mail boxes going 30 mph!

Sounds to me like the mailboxes were speeding...
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 11:17 PM
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Sounds to me like the mailboxes were speeding...
thats exactly what happened.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 11:18 PM
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kinda cool though because i can see my head airbag
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by mini freak
thats exactly what happened.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2007 | 11:35 PM
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I hate it when those damn mailboxes play in the steet....sorry to see that happen to your MINI.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 03:06 AM
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doesn't look too bad.. just a mirror and a minor flesh wound on your bodywork.. :-)
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 03:16 AM
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You better call the Post Office!!! There could be a conspiracy beginning with mail boxs vs MINIS!! I never have trusted mail boxs. Glad your ok!!
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 05:31 AM
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Youch, sorry about your accident !

You do realize you are liable for the damage to the mailboxes, right ? And any damage you did to lawn(s), as well.

Just sayin.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 06:56 AM
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Originally Posted by krut
doesn't look too bad.. just a mirror and a minor flesh wound on your bodywork.. :-)
just a mirror....you didnt see the other pics.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 07:05 AM
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How does one run into mailboxes?
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 07:19 AM
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droping a coke.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 07:24 AM
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From the pics it looks like you did a good job at just grazing the mail boxes and minimalizing the damage, I'll bet that was a loud bang, well two loud bangs actually.
 

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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 02:58 PM
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got an estimate today. the mirror, two side windows, the winsheild, a - pillar cover, a - pillar itself (dented and needs paint) and the inside a - pillar cover too. all of them have to be replaced for $1300.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by mini freak
got an estimate today. the mirror, two side windows, the winsheild, a - pillar cover, a - pillar itself (dented and needs paint) and the inside a - pillar cover too. all of them have to be replaced for $1300.

Well, that's not too bad, especially if insurance picks up some. Is the airbag still ok?
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 03:52 PM
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THAT much damage from going only thirty mph?! thats ridiculous, looks like they were plotting with those hideous mail trucks to get back at your beloved MINI
 
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Old Jun 21, 2007 | 04:57 PM
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1300 sounds a little off... and somehow i dont think you need the inside pillar cover. is it just me or does it look like it just popped off from the impact?

two mailboxes though, kinda funny actually. im guessing your cup holder is full of coins and unable to hold any beverage regardless of being >12oz

good luck with the repairs.
 
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