swedishcelt 0 #1 September 6, 2005 (This is a spin-off from a previous interesting thread obviously.) How many of us have totaled our very first car? Or a car? Just curious... I know I did on ice in 1990. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeordieSkydiver 0 #2 September 6, 2005 My first car was stolen and burnt out, so kinda.....Lee _______________________________ In a world full of people, only some want to fly, is that not crazy? http://www.ukskydiver.co.uk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #3 September 6, 2005 Not the first one, but the second one, yes. First car was a light green monster 1964 Buick Special with a 355 wildcat V8 engine. No it wasn't a muscle car, but it was one helluva gas guzzler. I got it in 1985 when my grandmother could no longer drive it. It only had 18,000 miles on it! I did get several offers to buy it off me, but I said no everytime... In 1990, it conked out around 95,000 miles (transmission problems). Then I got a 1984 Oldsmobile Ciera. Wrecked it in the snow in upstate NY in a snow storm after only 2 months... "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TFFTM 1 #4 September 6, 2005 Dodge Omni. First "Real Road" trip. 300 miles from home. Rear-ended a Buick, pushed the engine in my lap and barely dented the Buicks bumper. BSBD Home of the Alabama Gang Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #5 September 6, 2005 QuoteDodge Omni. First "Real Road" trip. 300 miles from home. Rear-ended a Buick, pushed the engine in my lap and barely dented the Buicks bumper. I did have a couple of accidents involving my ole Buick. Both victims got the worst of it, with hardly a scratch on mine... "Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #6 September 6, 2005 Well, my first car was a rolling 'total' all on it's own!! It was a 1973 Datsun, B-210 or 'something'. I don't remember...2 doors, 2-tone (blue and rust ) Dad bought it for me for $500, and they sold it for $200. Not so bad I guess. ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #7 September 6, 2005 I didn't total my first car - a Chevy Cavalier - though I didn't take very good care of it either (I just thought they needed gas - no one told me they needed oil too! )... The only car I totalled was my Toyota MR2 that I owned later... and I was sort of relieved that I totalled it without hurting myself or anyone else... because I drove that thing like a maniac and was certain that I was going to end up killing myself or someone else with it (it simply would not GO less than 100 mph! ). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
psf 1 #8 September 6, 2005 My first car was a chevy chevette. I hit a small bridge in winter. The front panels were caved in, and bent the frame. The bridge guide rail fell into the stream. Didn't total the car, was to poor, so put a large ass chain to the frame, tied it to a tree, and threw it in reverese over and over again till the car "felt straight", then went to a junk yard and found panels that "kinda fit". Drove the care two more years, till finaly in senior year I entered it in a demo derby.ignorance is not bliss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #9 September 6, 2005 Despite my best efforts (two fender-benders in my first year of driving) I couldn't kill that damned Chevy Chevette. Nor did I want to because despite its toolishness, it represented freedom from the big yellow school bus!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lawrocket 3 #10 September 6, 2005 I've been driving for 16 years and never even dented one. Someone else lowed into mine in a parking lot, but I wasn't even there. My wife is hotter than your wife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BillyVance 34 #11 September 6, 2005 QuoteI didn't total my first car - a Chevy Cavalier - though I didn't take very good care of it either (I just thought they needed gas - no one told me they needed oil too! )... The only car I totalled was my Toyota MR2 that I owned later... and I was sort of relieved that I totalled it without hurting myself or anyone else... because I drove that thing like a maniac and was certain that I was going to end up killing myself or someone else with it (it simply would not GO less than 100 mph! ). What year was your MR2? I have a 2003 MR2 Spyder, and I swear I can't drive less than 100 mph in it either! I've gone over 120 a few times... It's a blast..."Mediocre people don't like high achievers, and high achievers don't like mediocre people." - SIX TIME National Champion coach Nick Saban Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #12 September 6, 2005 QuoteWhat year was your MR2? It's been a while, but I think it was an '86... The fastest I was able to get it to was about 126 mph, but in that little car it was quite a rush. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #13 September 6, 2005 My first car was a late-90s Dodge Stratus. I was driving home from the DZ three years ago and some drunk pedestrian decided to take a shortcut across the limited-access highway that I was on. Totalled my car, he was in a coma for a while. Tried to sue me, didn't go anywhere. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pincheck 0 #14 September 6, 2005 nope, came close a number off times but the prize went to my dad who ran into a recovery vehicle(no damage to it except paint) my pride and joy twisted chassiewritten off Billy-Sonic Haggis Flickr-Fun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #15 September 6, 2005 My first car is sitting in storage, waiting for my triumphant return to do another total rebuild. Of course, this car is special, its a '73 Super Beetle. (1302)--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #16 September 6, 2005 2nd car was a 73 Plymouth Valiant. Driving home from Homecoming football game, fell asleep and drove off the road into a deep ditch. Buckled the frame and pushed the engine/tranny off the mounts up against the firewall. Scared the sh!t out of me as I woke up bouncing through the countryside. Came away with only a bruise.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TALONSKY 0 #17 September 6, 2005 In my 19 years of driving I have totalled out 3 cars. First was my second car no ice on the roads but on the off ramp (which was a suspended off ramp ) there was ice. Second, turning left onto a four lane road curb lane let me through but could not see next lane and as I edged out WHAM. Third car (I totally loved this car to a 1984 Chrysler Laser turbo just got it repainted two week prior) I was driving down the road and someone on a side street blew through without stopping. i would have t-boned him but for some stupid reason my reaction was to turn away from him hard. I missed him but hit a building the idiot was driving a new Cadi without insurance. Kirk Kirk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiver51 0 #18 September 6, 2005 A chevelle SS 396 4 speed. A bad ass rocket. Wish I still had it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
f1freak 0 #19 September 6, 2005 Yep, 17 years old. I was on my way to a friends house to party on a friday night, and BAM!!!!!!!! oh well, it was only a 50.00 car.....HAVE FUN... ...JUST DONT DIE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #20 September 7, 2005 . . . . first car i owned was a 1958 Ford 2 door.. 3 speed on the column... the wiring harnesses caught fire and burned up.. while it was parked in the driveway.. ( gift from a family member ) ( not the FIRE,,, ... the CAR !!) ..So the first car i ever bought!!!! was a 1963 Chevy Belair,, Blue, 4 door 283 V8. automatic 2 speed.. Paid 300 bucks for it... it got me through High School & college... Made many a trip to the dropzone , back in the day... Gave it to a friend,, when it needed new Universal joints....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pleifer 0 #21 September 7, 2005 My first car (1985 Toyota Pickup) was rolled three times into a ditch, by my at the time girlfriend _________________________________________ The Angel of Duh has spoke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #22 September 7, 2005 Got my first blow job in my first car does that mean i owe 48 beershttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #23 September 7, 2005 I haven't totalled a car but i've done my fair share of damage to a few different cars. Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #24 September 7, 2005 Quote(This is a spin-off from a previous interesting thread obviously.) How many of us have totaled our very first car? Or a car? Just curious... I know I did on ice in 1990. I'm not riding with you any more..... at least not without a helmet. Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #25 September 7, 2005 My first car, was a 1965 Chevy Impala SS. 327cu.in. engine, 4-speed tran. rag-top, burgundy paint. Paid $800.00 for it... cherry! Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
