GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)

So i decided to go widebody...

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Old 12-03-09, 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by vipjason
time to part it out and start a new project
Maybe. or rebuild. we'll see tho.


Originally Posted by blisiono
damn vince, that sucks. try asking my brother to take you to the shop where i got my car fixed. it's pretty close to my area too.
Aite ill try. Hows that shop tho?

Originally Posted by chrispy
Ouch, what happened? That quarter panel damage does not look good. I had a dented quarter panel in my old GS and it was around $3k to fix. Luckily I didn't.
lets say... someone behind me decided to fall asleep behind the wheel of a Ford Expedition... =/

Originally Posted by MSOxGs3
ouch! sorry to hear. Check your roof ? that happened to my kar.
The room seems fine I think however i need to check tomm in the morning due to better lighting.
Old 12-03-09, 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by vwynn
Aite ill try. Hows that shop tho?
I'll try to find the pics I took of my car's damage and after repairs was done and PM them to you. Probably won't be tonight since I've got to finish a project for tomorrow
Old 12-03-09, 11:54 PM
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DAMN! Sorry to see this happen my man
Old 12-04-09, 05:30 AM
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No way! I thought you did go wide body, until I scroll down.
Old 12-04-09, 05:36 AM
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that sucks....looks to be salvaged, with that quarter buckled into the rear door, the trunk floor will definately need to be pulled, the trunk even buckled...I bet there's a slight buckle on the passenger side as well.

Please tell me you'll try to stay 2GS if insurance totals it....
Old 12-04-09, 06:54 AM
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Originally Posted by vipjason
time to part it out and start a new project
Agreed! Glad to see your ok....
Old 12-04-09, 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by speedaddic
that sucks....looks to be salvaged, with that quarter buckled into the rear door, the trunk floor will definately need to be pulled, the trunk even buckled...I bet there's a slight buckle on the passenger side as well.

Please tell me you'll try to stay 2GS if insurance totals it....

=/ ill think about it.. i really want to.. swap everything out to a new GS lol. but we'll see.. theres so much invested in this car.
Old 12-04-09, 08:34 AM
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ouch....im sending a pm if they total and u part im interested in some items

man my FAV rear bumper too! boooooooooooooo
Old 12-04-09, 08:50 AM
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Sorry to hear, looks like you need pull the frame. I took my GX, my BMW M5 and GS to Worl Autobody they doing great job.
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how much $$ u guys think i will be getting for the damages??

also how does parting out work?? would i have to buy it back or can I part it before giving it back to the insurance?
Old 12-04-09, 09:18 AM
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Story posted on the front page.. in case your wondering.
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Originally Posted by vwynn
how much $$ u guys think i will be getting for the damages??

also how does parting out work?? would i have to buy it back or can I part it before giving it back to the insurance?
buy it back and part it....i normally take a few things though before i let them exam it normally my radio and stereo and such
Old 12-04-09, 10:52 AM
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Sorry to hear. Hope you can get her repaired like she was before the accident.
Old 12-04-09, 10:53 AM
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hopefully they won't total it though

Hope your ok
Old 12-04-09, 10:58 AM
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Sorry for the misfortune, good luck with the repairs!!


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