lexusk8

Let the crying begin..



Close-up shot of the mangled mess on the front pass. of bumper area. Surprised to see the front bumper held up well, and reinforcement is still in place!



The force of the impact was so hard that it pushed the front pass. fender inwards, and not only took out the corner lamp, but also chipped and ripped the windshield fluid tank (there is a hole on the bottom of the tank somewhere). I believe that's the only fluid leaking, but still..



Can this '03 ES wheel be buffed out? Still unsure if dealership can cover the replacement of the wheel (not factory equipment for my '01).

Technics

Sorry to hear about that Doug, glad you're okay though.

Good luck with the repairs to the ES. On a brighter note maybe it's a good time throw on an AC kit


EDIT: Just saw those pics

lexusk8

This is how you see my car coming from the rear of the pass. side. What a horrible sight!



The impact of the Corolla pushed some of the components under the hood inwards. It looks like the windshield fluid tubing and the headlight low beam socket are affected.



The last pic. I hope to get my Lex back in like-new condition soon!

ArmyofOne

Man, thats a sad sad sight.

steviej

iTrader: (1)

Doug!!!!! I feel your pain. I have been there, twice, except not as bad.

Make sure you demand that your deductable be waived and the her insurance company pay for a compatible rental.
The wheel was damaged in the accident... it will be replaced. Don't even think or buffing it out.
Comparing your damage to mine from the drunk driver....I am guessing $6k to $7 including rental.
Don't worry, in time it will look better than when you bought it. Leave it to the professionals.

Let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
steviej

DaveGS4

iTrader: (2)

Oh man, just seeing this Doug. Sorry to see all the damage but very glad you're safe.

93lexuses

Doug,
I am sorry about what happened, but i sure am glad that you are alright!
When i seen the pictures of your car i wanted to cry for you.
I hope that everything works out for you.
I'm sure that your car will look great again once it is all done.

bfx2460

That must be hard Doug...we all know you pamper your ES. Hopefully repair will be smooth.

Bluesman

Ouch. That is unfortunate. I'm glad everyone is ok.

lexusk8

OK I just need a clarification on one thing here for the time being.

I want to have my ES repaired at my Lexus dealership, and I suspect that the other party's insurance (Met-Life) will insist on having the work done at another body shop from their "list". Should I just go ahead and bring my car to the dealership and get an estimate to compare with the Met-Life's? I know for sure that the dealership estimate will be much higher than that of ML (my AIG insurance already appraised the estimate at $2,550 after deductible!... ) Yeah right, I bet the front fender alone will cost at least $1K for R&R, paint job and labor

Gojirra99

I'm sorry about the accident, glad nobody's hurt, it's sad to look at the pics, best of luck for the repairs & the insurance claim.

fireballs gs400

I Hope all is well, and i sure hope it will work out in the end. If you need any help with a repair shop, just let me know. I will send you the guys number who fixed my minor prob I had when I moved to ct. Good luck with your journey.

GS300Rich

Sorry to see this happen to your beautiful es. I hope everything turns out for you and you get her back better than ever.

93lexuses

Doug,
I am not sure of the laws where you live, but the insurance laws in a lot of places is that you only need one estimate and you can go where you want and have it done by the people that you trust. Met-Life can't decide where you go. I'm not sure, but i think that you don't even have to get an estimate by them (i can't remember). Maybe someone else can chime in on that one.

southernsc

ouch, no bueno.. that seems to be the popular spot to get hit at, i got knocked there and i can remember a few other wrecks that happened in that same spot of the car.