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glock35ipsc · 05-10-2004, 07:23 PM

What a Mother's Day! Went to get some munchies for Mom's Day, and got broad-sided by a bunch of drunk punks joy riding mommies 2001 Mustang GT convertible!

I followed them for a bit to let dispatch know where they were going, and stopped after some time. They came back! Although a little touch-and-go for a while, I managed to get the insurance card from one of the scared female passengers. The driver fled on foot when he heard that the police would be here soon (I volunteer for the sheriff's office). The other dude in the car that was getting lippy with me jumped behind the wheel and took off, leaving the driver in the field!

I got in with one trooper and drove the area until we found the guy about 20 minutes later. I at least got the satisfaction of putting my knee in the back of his neck while by buddy handcuffed him.

I still don't know if the other guy was caught or not. Charges on the driver: DUI (his 3rd), habitual traffic offender, driving under revocation (re: last DUI), and leaving the scene. The male passanger, when caught, will be charged with obstruction and leaving the scene, and DUI if they caught him early enough while still behind the wheel.

Going tomorrow for estimates from 3 of our best body shops.

BTW... when I bought her, I put basic liability coverage on her just in case something happened to her in the shop while building her. Just last Thursday, I upgraded it to full coverage! But, I have already talked to the car owner's insurance company, and they are covering 100% of the damage. So, if there's any good news, I guess that's it. That, and my Brother and I were not hurt. Just my pride!

Damage includes: Cab, door, left inner and outer fender, fender emblem and marker light, bumper and bumper brackets. The right fender has a large crease from when the bumper got ripped forward on the left, it got pushed into the right fender pretty hard.

Oh yeah, the Mustang is HOSED!!!

68 Suburban · 05-10-2004, 07:28 PM

That sucks, but at least it is repairable.

glock35ipsc · 05-10-2004, 07:29 PM

Yeah, nothing major, just enought to p!$$ me off!

grayw0lf · 05-10-2004, 07:43 PM

Think of it this way... INSURANCE! Take the money, do the repairs yourself, pocket a chunk of change. It doesn't make it all better, but it does surely help.

8door · 05-10-2004, 07:53 PM

Sorry to see this . Just last week I had asked you post some pics, as I have a 68
and was looking for a blue like your. Thanks for the .........well not his way.
Glade your OK, hopefully you got another drunk off the road.

**Canadian694x4** · 05-10-2004, 08:20 PM

Glad you weren't hurt...and it's great she can be saved...

lukecp · 05-10-2004, 08:45 PM

That sucks. Glad they caught one of the little bastards. I had been following your progress on this truck pretty closely on the pictures board, i didn't know what to expect when i saw this post

Glad you are ok

**Palf70Step** · 05-10-2004, 08:47 PM

Glad you were not hurt. Stinks about the truck, but like the Phoenix it will enjoy a greater rebirth than the one you just gave it.

krue · 05-10-2004, 08:51 PM

That really sucks. I bet it was fun putting all your weight on that ba$tards kidney!

68C15 · 05-10-2004, 09:03 PM

things like this are the reason why I am hesitant to do any body work. the last 3 cars I did restorations on got buggered by idiot drivers. '66 Impala destroyed by little old lady who can't turn. '77 Impala broadsided by DORK crossing 2 lanes & trying to get in mine while I was there. '84 Grand Prix with $4000 paint job (custom & unmatchable) smashed by moron backing his motorhome while mine was parked legally & un-occupied.

Stanford · 05-10-2004, 09:05 PM

Thats to bad, but look on the bright side, its not anything to major. The lack of respect from the two guys is the thing that pisses me off. Be a man and take responsiblities for your actions. My .02

Stanford

glock35ipsc · 05-10-2004, 09:30 PM

Thanks alot guys!! I think my pride was hurt worse than the truck. Nothing major to repair, just some sheet metal. You can kind of see in the pic of the bumper, I had 72 4x4 upper bumper brackets (the L brackets) on just to keep the carrage bolts in place. Thus, they were not bolted to the frame cause the holes didn't line up. I think that may have saved some potential frame damage.

I'm taking here to some very good body shops tomorrow for estimates. I think I will take the insurance money and do everything myself. I will probably replace both doors, both fenders, and hood. I may not get enough from the insurance company to do all that, but it should make a big dent in it at least.

Stay tuned, she WILL rise again!!!!!

glock35ipsc · 05-10-2004, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by krue

That really sucks. I bet it was fun putting all your weight on that ba$tards kidney!

You can say that again!!!!!!!

Longhorn Man · 05-10-2004, 10:45 PM

Well, glad no one was hurt, and it is awsome that your ride just got a flesh wound.
It coulda been something like this one...some of the newer members may see me refer to the first longhorn, or the blue longhorn, or longhorn #1...this is her.

glock35ipsc · 05-10-2004, 11:03 PM

Ouch!!!!! After seeing those pics, flesh wound is a pretty good description! I definately feel lucky!

Longhorn Man · 05-10-2004, 11:28 PM

The frames bend real easily on front end damage. look where your bumper is mounted...nothing to protect your frame.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 05-11-2004, 05:46 AM

I like what you were doing with the front fenders and hood trim. It does look better deleted like a '67. The hood and eyebrow chrome icing always dings easy and looks bad once dinged. I hope you get it back together right.

dubie · 05-11-2004, 08:57 AM

GD DAMN MAN!!! You just got thru working on that truck didn't you?? I hope they catch the other mofo!! Glad to hear nobody was injured

glock35ipsc · 05-11-2004, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by dubie

GD DAMN MAN!!! You just got thru working on that truck didn't you?? I hope they catch the other mofo!! Glad to hear nobody was injured

Yeah! Last Saturday was the first time I had driven the truck since I finished her. This was the 5th time I have had her out, and WHAMMO!

shortymac83 · 05-11-2004, 10:42 AM

I'd be beyond pi$$ed.

moneyguru · 05-11-2004, 03:43 PM

Did they catch the asshole that fled?

glock35ipsc · 05-11-2004, 10:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moneyguru

Did they catch the asshole that fled?

Nope, not the second dude with the attitude, but this story has a twist. It seems mommy reported it stolen sometime Sunday. Seems junior disn't have permission to drive it, and was not on her insurance. It turned up in the local PD parking lot Monday morning. Something sounds fishy.

Anyhow, my insurance company said they will take care of me and get my truck fixed, them go after their insurance company and him directly. This is only the first major claim I have been to them with, but for little stuff like glass replacement and my wifes car getting keyed once, they have always been top-notch.

glock35ipsc · 05-11-2004, 10:43 PM

Oh yeah, I went to a well respected local body shop that happens to work closely with my insurance company for an estimate ........ $3552.00!

Do I hear the sounds of new sheet metal being delivered?

68w/sbc406 · 05-11-2004, 10:46 PM

their is alot of stupid people out there. my 68 got hit yesterday. i emailed my pics to another member cause i dont know how to down size them but they might be up soon

glock35ipsc · 05-11-2004, 11:22 PM

Bummer dude, I know how you feel. I hope your damage is not "life threatening". Mine will be easily fixable, and I guarantee that she will return a much sweeter ride!

05-10-2004, 07:28 PM	#2
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	That sucks, but at least it is repairable. __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

05-10-2004, 07:29 PM	#3
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Yeah, nothing major, just enought to p!$$ me off! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

05-10-2004, 07:43 PM	#4
grayw0lf Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Clanton, AL Posts: 1,253	Think of it this way... INSURANCE! Take the money, do the repairs yourself, pocket a chunk of change. It doesn't make it all better, but it does surely help. __________________ 85' CUCV M1009!!! The newest addition! 6.2diesel, Th400, NP208, & only 36k miles! 70' C-10 LWB Fleetside - Looking good these days! 05' Dodge Neon 88' Winner Escape Sport 1750 - 4.3v6 94' Seadoo SP 84' Honda TRX200, bare nekkid. Just a frame & tires. Always looking for another project or any good deal!

05-10-2004, 07:53 PM	#5
8door Not too old to learn Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 617	Sorry to see this . Just last week I had asked you post some pics, as I have a 68 and was looking for a blue like your. Thanks for the .........well not his way. Glade your OK, hopefully you got another drunk off the road. __________________ 1968 C10 a way to long restoration.

05-10-2004, 08:20 PM	#6
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,308	Glad you weren't hurt...and it's great she can be saved... __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 22 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada!- 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 3 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 17 Yrs- 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 8 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

05-10-2004, 07:23 PM	#1
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Got hit in the 68 yesterday! What a Mother's Day! Went to get some munchies for Mom's Day, and got broad-sided by a bunch of drunk punks joy riding mommies 2001 Mustang GT convertible! I followed them for a bit to let dispatch know where they were going, and stopped after some time. They came back! Although a little touch-and-go for a while, I managed to get the insurance card from one of the scared female passengers. The driver fled on foot when he heard that the police would be here soon (I volunteer for the sheriff's office). The other dude in the car that was getting lippy with me jumped behind the wheel and took off, leaving the driver in the field! I got in with one trooper and drove the area until we found the guy about 20 minutes later. I at least got the satisfaction of putting my knee in the back of his neck while by buddy handcuffed him. I still don't know if the other guy was caught or not. Charges on the driver: DUI (his 3rd), habitual traffic offender, driving under revocation (re: last DUI), and leaving the scene. The male passanger, when caught, will be charged with obstruction and leaving the scene, and DUI if they caught him early enough while still behind the wheel. Going tomorrow for estimates from 3 of our best body shops. BTW... when I bought her, I put basic liability coverage on her just in case something happened to her in the shop while building her. Just last Thursday, I upgraded it to full coverage! But, I have already talked to the car owner's insurance company, and they are covering 100% of the damage. So, if there's any good news, I guess that's it. That, and my Brother and I were not hurt. Just my pride! Damage includes: Cab, door, left inner and outer fender, fender emblem and marker light, bumper and bumper brackets. The right fender has a large crease from when the bumper got ripped forward on the left, it got pushed into the right fender pretty hard. Oh yeah, the Mustang is HOSED!!! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE Last edited by glock35ipsc; 05-10-2004 at 07:28 PM.

05-10-2004, 08:45 PM	#7
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	That sucks. Glad they caught one of the little bastards. I had been following your progress on this truck pretty closely on the pictures board, i didn't know what to expect when i saw this post Glad you are ok __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

05-10-2004, 08:47 PM	#8
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Glad you were not hurt. Stinks about the truck, but like the Phoenix it will enjoy a greater rebirth than the one you just gave it. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

05-10-2004, 08:51 PM	#9
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	That really sucks. I bet it was fun putting all your weight on that ba$tards kidney! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

05-10-2004, 09:03 PM	#10
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	idiot drivers things like this are the reason why I am hesitant to do any body work. the last 3 cars I did restorations on got buggered by idiot drivers. '66 Impala destroyed by little old lady who can't turn. '77 Impala broadsided by DORK crossing 2 lanes & trying to get in mine while I was there. '84 Grand Prix with $4000 paint job (custom & unmatchable) smashed by moron backing his motorhome while mine was parked legally & un-occupied. __________________ Man rule #77...if you own a 67 stepside with a caddy 472 you will never be in danger of loosing you man card Last edited by 68C15; 05-10-2004 at 09:05 PM. Reason: fat finger on key board

05-10-2004, 09:05 PM	#11
Stanford WILLY FOR PRESIDENT!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Wichita, Kansas Posts: 190	Thats to bad, but look on the bright side, its not anything to major. The lack of respect from the two guys is the thing that pisses me off. Be a man and take responsiblities for your actions. My .02 Stanford __________________ *"He's a high tech REDNECK."* George Jones '67 C/10 FOR SALE!! $600, runs, strait grill, good parts, or beater truck '68 GMC K25, 4x4, current project '71 Custom/10, Crate 350, My Baby!! '97 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP

05-10-2004, 09:30 PM	#12
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Thanks alot guys!! I think my pride was hurt worse than the truck. Nothing major to repair, just some sheet metal. You can kind of see in the pic of the bumper, I had 72 4x4 upper bumper brackets (the L brackets) on just to keep the carrage bolts in place. Thus, they were not bolted to the frame cause the holes didn't line up. I think that may have saved some potential frame damage. I'm taking here to some very good body shops tomorrow for estimates. I think I will take the insurance money and do everything myself. I will probably replace both doors, both fenders, and hood. I may not get enough from the insurance company to do all that, but it should make a big dent in it at least. Stay tuned, she WILL rise again!!!!! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

05-10-2004, 10:45 PM	#14
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Well, glad no one was hurt, and it is awsome that your ride just got a flesh wound. It coulda been something like this one...some of the newer members may see me refer to the first longhorn, or the blue longhorn, or longhorn #1...this is her. Attached Images

05-10-2004, 11:03 PM	#15
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Ouch!!!!! After seeing those pics, flesh wound is a pretty good description! I definately feel lucky! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

05-10-2004, 11:28 PM	#16
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	The frames bend real easily on front end damage. look where your bumper is mounted...nothing to protect your frame.



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05-11-2004, 05:46 AM	#17
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,439	I like what you were doing with the front fenders and hood trim. It does look better deleted like a '67. The hood and eyebrow chrome icing always dings easy and looks bad once dinged. I hope you get it back together right.

05-11-2004, 08:57 AM	#18
dubie Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 8,855	GD DAMN MAN!!! You just got thru working on that truck didn't you?? I hope they catch the other mofo!! Glad to hear nobody was injured __________________ My name's Tim and I'm a truckaholic My 56 Chevy shop truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=562795

05-11-2004, 10:42 AM	#20
shortymac83 hmm... Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Culver, Indiana Posts: 1,631	I'd be beyond pi$$ed. __________________ 1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 1967 Chevy C-10 stripper www.fcrperformance.com - wanna go...faster? talk to FCR.

05-11-2004, 03:43 PM	#21
moneyguru Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: kalamazoo, mi Posts: 397	Did they catch the asshole that fled?

05-11-2004, 10:43 PM	#23
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Oh yeah, I went to a well respected local body shop that happens to work closely with my insurance company for an estimate ........ $3552.00! Do I hear the sounds of new sheet metal being delivered? __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

05-11-2004, 10:46 PM	#24
68w/sbc406 Got Light Emitting Diode? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 2,485	their is alot of stupid people out there. my 68 got hit yesterday. i emailed my pics to another member cause i dont know how to down size them but they might be up soon __________________ 1968 1/2 ton 2wd lwb 6 lug disc and bags up front. Next c notch and rear bags '02 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab short bed 2WD 5/7 drop on 22's(the family car) 1993 Cherokee work ride/weekend wheeler

05-11-2004, 11:22 PM	#25
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Bummer dude, I know how you feel. I hope your damage is not "life threatening". Mine will be easily fixable, and I guarantee that she will return a much sweeter ride! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

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