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MYDLIFECRISIS · 01-05-2014, 07:12 AM

Sucks. Poor Rudolph!

Scalded Dog · 01-05-2014, 07:20 AM

Repair could be $300, could be $1300... an old lady backed into my bumper a while ago (didn't the the screamin' yella Camaro), and while the damage appeared to be minimal, the body shop was unable to repair the bumper cover... had to be replaced (Yes, her insurance covered it, but not without a fight). The shop owner (a friend) said that SOMETIMES they can remove wrinkles/ bends using heat and pressure, but not always.

BTW, bummer about the backup accident, but I applaud backing (instead of nosing) into the parking place ("combat parking," to a military man). You never know when you are going to need to leave in a hurry, and you are at least guaranteed good visibility when you do. It's very rare that I am nosed into a spot, and when I do, it just doesn't feel right.

The 2X4 was a good idea... I vote for leaving it there, just taking it a little slower, so that you feel it. But, a 4x4 would probably work, too, and a couple of big lag bolts would keep your prankster buddies from moving it a couple of feet closer to the house (!). Another idea it to pick some stationary mark on the ground, and back to exactly that point, or, even buy one of those backup alert lights ($20, mounts on the wall, blinks a light at you when you reach some predetermined distance).

ChrisBlair · 01-05-2014, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Low Saturn

I've only had the car three weeks and I backed up too far into my driveway and hit the corner of my house.

I dont know what I was thinking. We have a small three inch step in a walkway that's on the side of the driveway. On my previous cars I needed a 2x4 laid down on its side to easily go up this step. I knew when the front tires hit this step, not to go back further. But the Camaro had a lot more power at idle and it went up and over the step and hit the house. I yelled out a few choice words. Then when I got out and saw what I had done, I kicked the light up Christmas deer on the front lawn.

I've since removed the 2x4 and am going to be a lot more careful.

Hopefully this can just be sanded, filled and repainted. Going to the body shop after work Monday.

First: never admit this type of thing. Say "SHIT I'M A DUMMY" to yourself if you have to but don;t spread the story. It will die hard.

Second: yes it can be sanded and sprayed for cheap money. Crap bodyshops are all over the USA. You may not be happy with the result of a sand and spray. Maybe that color is easy to blend.

jessicamariella · 01-05-2014, 08:43 AM

First scratch is always the hardest. Sorry about that! I was pulling into a parking space, misjudged the height of the cement barrier thing and now have a small scratch. :(

HerRide · 01-05-2014, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by batman53201

im not telling what i did

but it will never happen again

and im sure the same goes for you

Same here!

Shift_Rejected · 01-05-2014, 09:39 AM

Reminds me of when I was a kid and took my brothers Ford Probe and ran it into the side of our garage.. Ended up knocking the house of the foundation and I tried to cover it up with spray paint.

In the end, I blame Ford.

Z/28Dan · 01-05-2014, 09:40 AM

We've all done this. Lesson learned.

rebelyell22 · 01-05-2014, 09:44 AM

Couldve done this.....

ChrisBlair · 01-05-2014, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZL1Dan

We've all done this. Lesson learned.

Speak for yourself, Crash

redleader · 01-05-2014, 10:29 AM

I've driven into the retaining brick wall between us and next door and moved the top 3 layers of brick!!

Next door is 4' lower than us on our Hill :-O

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sscamaro · 01-05-2014, 10:49 AM

It's always easier to pull in the garage and the back out. Rather than backing in the garage.

01-05-2014, 10:49 PM

Here's one for the record...New camaro and trying to promote restaurant with a marque sign. Car was protected with blankets and pads. ..did the dummy that owns put the sign before backing up 2" to go home.....NO...I was so mad at myself. Nice 2" scratch right in the center highpoint of the passenger side door.

Next dumb move...asked the hubby to paint the scratch...

Mobyd · 01-06-2014, 05:14 AM

too bad that license plate cover is still intact

carfish72 · 01-08-2014, 05:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Mobyd

too bad that license plate cover is still intact

Oh my, I didn't even notice that the first time... lol. I have to agree!!

01-05-2014, 07:12 AM	#43
MYDLIFECRISIS Drives: '12SS/2SS/45TH-'06 2500HD/Silverado Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 2,107 View My Garage	Sucks. Poor Rudolph! __________________ 2012 Camaro SS 2SS 45TH Anniversary Edition

01-05-2014, 08:43 AM	#46
jessicamariella Chase me... Drives: 2013 Camaro 2LT Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: New Cumberland, Pennsylvania... Posts: 184 View My Garage	First scratch is always the hardest. Sorry about that! I was pulling into a parking space, misjudged the height of the cement barrier thing and now have a small scratch. :( __________________ Jessica Reed Instagram @jessicamariella or Let's be friends https://www.facebook.com/greeneyedphotog

01-05-2014, 09:40 AM	#49
Z/28Dan Drives: 2013 HWSE Indy Festial #26 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 2,670 View My Garage	We've all done this. Lesson learned. __________________ There are only so many days in your lifetime. So get out and drive your Camaro... Dan

01-05-2014, 10:29 AM	#52
redleader redleader Drives: 2010 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: UK Posts: 2,201 View My Garage	I'm an idiot. Backed into my house. I've driven into the retaining brick wall between us and next door and moved the top 3 layers of brick!! Next door is 4' lower than us on our Hill :-O Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-05-2014, 10:49 AM	#53
sscamaro Drives: 2010 2SS, 2017 Silverado LTZ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver,PA Posts: 3,195 View My Garage	It's always easier to pull in the garage and the back out. Rather than backing in the garage. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS Victory Red, MN6, 1-7/8 Kooks LT Headers, SLP Axle Back, Edelbrock E-Force S/C, ZL1 Fuel Pump, 72# Injectors, JRE fuel rail upgrade, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite Catch Can, Billet Hurst Shifter, DSS 1000HP axles, Spohn Trailing Arms, Toe Links, Lower Control Arms. Chrome American Racing Torq-Thrust wheels. 546/rwhp & 522/rwtq & 10.9# boost Tune by Jeremy Formato.

01-05-2014, 07:20 AM	#44
Scalded Dog Drives: 2011 1LT Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Crestline, CA Posts: 3,029	Repair could be $300, could be $1300... an old lady backed into my bumper a while ago (didn't the the screamin' yella Camaro), and while the damage appeared to be minimal, the body shop was unable to repair the bumper cover... had to be replaced (Yes, her insurance covered it, but not without a fight). The shop owner (a friend) said that SOMETIMES they can remove wrinkles/ bends using heat and pressure, but not always. BTW, bummer about the backup accident, but I applaud backing (instead of nosing) into the parking place ("combat parking," to a military man). You never know when you are going to need to leave in a hurry, and you are at least guaranteed good visibility when you do. It's very rare that I am nosed into a spot, and when I do, it just doesn't feel right. The 2X4 was a good idea... I vote for leaving it there, just taking it a little slower, so that you feel it. But, a 4x4 would probably work, too, and a couple of big lag bolts would keep your prankster buddies from moving it a couple of feet closer to the house (!). Another idea it to pick some stationary mark on the ground, and back to exactly that point, or, even buy one of those backup alert lights ($20, mounts on the wall, blinks a light at you when you reach some predetermined distance).

01-05-2014, 09:39 AM	#48
Shift_Rejected 2010 2SS RS Drives: 2010 2SS RS (L99) Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Wilmington, DelaWHERE Posts: 749	Reminds me of when I was a kid and took my brothers Ford Probe and ran it into the side of our garage.. Ended up knocking the house of the foundation and I tried to cover it up with spray paint. In the end, I blame Ford.

01-05-2014, 10:49 PM	#54
firedruish Guest Posts: n/a View My Garage	Here's one for the record...New camaro and trying to promote restaurant with a marque sign. Car was protected with blankets and pads. ..did the dummy that owns put the sign before backing up 2" to go home.....NO...I was so mad at myself. Nice 2" scratch right in the center highpoint of the passenger side door. Next dumb move...asked the hubby to paint the scratch...

01-06-2014, 05:14 AM	#55
Mobyd Drives: 2010 White 2SS/RS,01 F150 SuperCrew Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Everett Wa Posts: 206	too bad that license plate cover is still intact __________________