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01-16-2010, 07:39 AM
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My Ride: 2012 535i X-driveSpace Grey/Black Dakota, Fineline Anthracite Trim; Executive Package (Rear View, Lumbar, Nav, Voice, SIRIUS, HiFi Pro) Technology Package (Hi Beam Assist, Lane Departure, Blind Spot Detection, Surround View) BMW Apps (Apps, Smart Pho
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Originally Posted by Migo' post='1091730' date='Jan 16 2010, 01:00 AM
Living in Toronto I can't say I know where your coming from, I dont wish that on anywhere. But I do know about the 401 DISASTER!!! Im glad you and the wife are safe. Car is just a car and always fixable. Did you mention to the insurance company about the 62" plasma that went flying out the window while you were spinning? lol Can't wait to see how she looks when shes back!
Also, which body shop did you take her to?
-Mike
Also, which body shop did you take her to?
-Mike
What was really weird was the three baskets in my trunk were all in different positions. The heaviest one normally behind the rear seat was against the trunk lid. And my sunglasses which normally sit on the console were in the back seat. I wouldn't have believed this car could spin so tightly in such a compact circle, especially on dry pavement. Once we started to spin I steered into the turn like on a snowy parking lot and slammed on the brake pedal when I realized we were heading backwards toward the guardrail. The cop mentioned I probably prevented some serious injuries. The DTC and ABS systems were also offline in iDrive and the dashboard. But she ran.
I drove it to 'York Mills Automotive Centre' on Leslie St. The place is full of BMW, Mercedes and this week a 2010 Maserati in need of a bumper. In business a long time with a good reputation. They allow me to visit any time I want (twice so far).
03-19-2010, 11:17 PM
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My Ride: 2012 535i X-driveSpace Grey/Black Dakota, Fineline Anthracite Trim; Executive Package (Rear View, Lumbar, Nav, Voice, SIRIUS, HiFi Pro) Technology Package (Hi Beam Assist, Lane Departure, Blind Spot Detection, Surround View) BMW Apps (Apps, Smart Pho
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Thought I'd give a final update on our accident. Auto body had the car for two weeks (got it back Jan. 19). Visited car three times.
After pickup I took the car to my BMW dealer for an inspection (paid for by auto body shop) and it passed with full written certification that car was all within factory specifications.
New parts were left front fender, front wheel well, side marker light, drivers door metal skin, rocker panel, left rear rim, rear bumper, complete left rear suspension.
Repaired parts were front bumper, drivers ext mirror (NOT a repaint), rear passenger door, metal arch above rear wheel, rear tire.
Car runs absolutely perfect with no rattles, squeaks or glitches. Everything runs just like before (including my wife and I). The paint job on entire left side was perfect. If my pics post OK, any visual flaws are strictly from the camera angles, lighting and reflections.
I am extremely happy. It cost me $0 and it cost the other guys ins. co. $14,125 for the repairs and $1,011 for the car rental.
I hope this never happens to anyone but if it does I hope you have a similar outcome.
After pickup I took the car to my BMW dealer for an inspection (paid for by auto body shop) and it passed with full written certification that car was all within factory specifications.
New parts were left front fender, front wheel well, side marker light, drivers door metal skin, rocker panel, left rear rim, rear bumper, complete left rear suspension.
Repaired parts were front bumper, drivers ext mirror (NOT a repaint), rear passenger door, metal arch above rear wheel, rear tire.
Car runs absolutely perfect with no rattles, squeaks or glitches. Everything runs just like before (including my wife and I). The paint job on entire left side was perfect. If my pics post OK, any visual flaws are strictly from the camera angles, lighting and reflections.
I am extremely happy. It cost me $0 and it cost the other guys ins. co. $14,125 for the repairs and $1,011 for the car rental.
I hope this never happens to anyone but if it does I hope you have a similar outcome.
03-20-2010, 04:11 AM
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Love happy endings. Glad it all worked out. The car looks great.
03-20-2010, 06:13 AM
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My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Covers� from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).
You have your baby back just in time for Spring and Summer fun!
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