Totaled Cars?

[JasonBird]

After recently seeing a picture of a wrecked 02 I was wondering If we could start a thread for pictures of smashed up cars. Im sure we can all hold back the tears and Im sure there will be a few stories to go with the pictures.

[c.d.iesel]

and my favorite 2002Turbo:

this WAS the turbocharger - down next to the idler

arm/motor mount - YIKES!

[eastsidebimmer]

Rear ended October 2008. Second picture is after it went on the frame rack for straightening. I have almost all the parts for repair, including the expensive new quarter panel. Looking for a good home that won't part it out. Still drives fine. California car until 2005.

[NickVyse]

Jason, this is a fucking awful idea!

[Guest Anonymous]

Jason, this is an awful idea!

I agree with Nick. Most posts from Texas and these pictures give me nightmares. Only way I would think these pics could be "constructive" is if they were the "before" pictures for successful projects.

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[im3crazy]

While we're at it, maybe it's worth seeing the crash comparisons of these 3 models. The 2002 did realy well all things considered. Most cars of this period would NOT have faired nearly as well, and I'm certain the driver would have eaten the hood on nost - and maybe the steering wheel.

[JasonBird]

Well lets see some before and afters then!

I was just interested to see how these things fair up in accidents. I new I would come under attack for it being such a poor idea but I am sure a lot of people will look!!

[Guest Anonymous]

While we're at it, maybe it's worth seeing the crash comparisons of these 3 models. The 2002 did realy well all things considered. Most cars of this period would NOT have faired nearly as well, and I'm certain the driver would have eaten the hood on nost - and maybe the steering wheel.

Sorry, I think you are as your named and you are treading on your own pseudo science. Its one things to improve the odds, but impacts are all different or rarely the same.

Most cars of the period? Most cars where? US made cars were built like tanks then. Do you really think being rear ended at 30mph in an 02 is that much safer than the same impact suffered by a Ford Pinto? Accident avoidance is another thing. But if I wanted safety in the early 70's: Volvo, Mercedes,Cadillac, Chrysler, Lincoln or an E3 with the tank moved forward of the rear axle.

[SteveJ]

Yes. An awful idea.

But, then again, what does it mean when true goodness comes out of the CARnage?

When I crunched my 02, I realized a few things:

1- There are some really crappy drivers out there, watch out!

2- There are some REALLY awesome people in the 2002 community and the FAQ in particular. To me, this is what makes these cars valuable.

3- Since my 02 could be rendered useless in the blink of an eye, I had better stop worrying about everything being perfect and just enjoy it while I am able. Dirty, faded paint? Dented, broken trim? Who cares? Just DRIVE!

[02tom]

Back to the topic at hand, here's my collection

[NickVyse]

Back to the topic at hand, here's my collection

exactly why I hated this thread - ahhhh, they didn't survive. Don't want to know, I'm unsubscribing and sticking my head in the sand.

[Guest Anonymous]

Back to the topic at hand, here's my collection

exactly why I hated this thread - ahhhh, they didn't survive. Don't want to know, I'm unsubscribing and sticking my head in the sand.

Me too. This belongs on a special request filtered forum similar to the political junk. If this keeps up readers will see a lot more upper case letters!

[JasonBird]

Your still looking though!!

Look at the amount of views compared to other threads!!

[02tom]

I didn't realize this would be so controversial. To those who are still looking, here's my own car from 7 years ago, it's not dead, yet though.

Some people need a dose of reality once in a while to keep their driving in check. Anyway, I'm done posting.

[MAD02]

This thread makes me sad.