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robterriv · 11-22-2018, 05:44 PM

Only had our 2013 SS/RS for two weeks when a pick up pulled out in front of me on highway, Tboned him at 110 kmh (55mph). My foot touched the brake but do not think had time to engage. Total write off.

Tell you what though, inside the car / cabin / living space not a thing moved. Glove box still worked, firewall did not move a mm. Very impressed. Somewhat shook up still but happy to be alive! Shopping (slowly since it is winter up here) for a replacement

havelegs · 11-22-2018, 07:01 PM

Most cars are very safe, even those sub compacts. A lot of money goes into the safety of vehicles. Glad you're ok and good luck with your next purchase.

Taylortoons · 11-22-2018, 07:07 PM

Heartbreaking to see a Camaro in a pile of twisted metal...and after only 2 weeks! Glad you're ok. Best of luck with finding a new ride!

mickss · 11-22-2018, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by robterriv

Only had our 2013 SS/RS for two weeks when a pick up pulled out in front of me on highway, Tboned him at 110 kmh (55mph). My foot touched the brake but do not think had time to engage. Total write off.

Tell you what though, inside the car / cabin / living space not a thing moved. Glove box still worked, firewall did not move a mm. Very impressed. Somewhat shook up still but happy to be alive! Shopping (slowly since it is winter up here) for a replacement

Here`s a thought, I`m not sure how the insurance companies work in Canada but you might to look into buying the car back from them. There`s probably a lot of expensive still salvageable parts like the drive train, wheels and tires for starters. Just a thought.

witenite · 11-22-2018, 07:27 PM

That sucks but glad you are okay! Good luck on the search.

rshelar · 11-22-2018, 08:32 PM

Being in Canada, did the car have DRLs?
Glad to hear that safety systems worked well.

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CamaroFan63 · 11-22-2018, 08:36 PM

rotated your picture
Glad your ok !!

christianchevell · 11-23-2018, 08:06 AM

Hey that bowtie still looks good on the heritage grill!!!!!!! Good Luck!

BAD DAB · 11-23-2018, 08:09 AM

Wow! Glad that your are okay.

larry_g · 11-23-2018, 08:20 AM

Hope I never have to deal with that myself, but it's good to know. Glad you're ok.

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christianchevell · 11-24-2018, 12:22 PM

Seen these beasts save lots of lives on here before.....thanks for sharing. Happy Hoildays

102SS · 11-24-2018, 01:07 PM

Glad your ok,too bad about the car.

PatCam · 11-24-2018, 05:08 PM

Glad you are OK - never want mine to look like that.

Moto-Mojo · 11-24-2018, 06:34 PM

That thing looks like really bad news could’ve accompanied the pic. Glad to hear you’re shopping for a new car, not a plot! Happy holidays!

11-22-2018, 05:44 PM	#1
robterriv Drives: 2013 Camaro SS RS Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Alberta Posts: 1	Tough Cars ! Only had our 2013 SS/RS for two weeks when a pick up pulled out in front of me on highway, Tboned him at 110 kmh (55mph). My foot touched the brake but do not think had time to engage. Total write off. Tell you what though, inside the car / cabin / living space not a thing moved. Glove box still worked, firewall did not move a mm. Very impressed. Somewhat shook up still but happy to be alive! Shopping (slowly since it is winter up here) for a replacement Attached Images

11-22-2018, 07:01 PM	#2
havelegs Drives: '23 LT1 A10 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 986	Most cars are very safe, even those sub compacts. A lot of money goes into the safety of vehicles. Glad you're ok and good luck with your next purchase. __________________ 24 LT1 M6 Sharkskin Metallic

11-22-2018, 07:07 PM	#3
Taylortoons Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Dallas Posts: 482	Heartbreaking to see a Camaro in a pile of twisted metal...and after only 2 weeks! Glad you're ok. Best of luck with finding a new ride! __________________ GPI Built Procharger D-1/13 PSI/Race Intercooler/SS3 Cam Kit/Kooks LTH/X- pipe/FIC 1050/E85/3.91 gears/Centerforce Dual Disc clutch/Flowmaster Outlaw/775whp/680tqSOLD

11-22-2018, 07:27 PM	#5
witenite Drives: 2010 2SS non RS Join Date: May 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 3,253 View My Garage	That sucks but glad you are okay! Good luck on the search. __________________

11-22-2018, 08:36 PM	#7
CamaroFan63 Sullie63 Drives: '15 1LT Summit White Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Gateway to the West Posts: 526	rotated your picture Glad your ok !! Attached Images __________________ Casper, Ghost of Camaro's past Black '86 Silver '85, VR '13 Auto/19's/Boston Acoustic speakers/Spare Tire Born 10/28/14 Adopted 04/09/18 with 17,491.xx miles Oracle clear side markers / LLmar tint sides and rear. Strut bar / Husky Floor liners Member of SICC. Southern Illinois Camaro Club

11-22-2018, 08:32 PM	#6
rshelar Drives: 2017 1SS auto vert Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 666 View My Garage	Being in Canada, did the car have DRLs? Glad to hear that safety systems worked well. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11-23-2018, 08:06 AM	#8
christianchevell old school chevy rodder Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Manual,DM exhaust,CRT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,588 View My Garage	Hey that bowtie still looks good on the heritage grill!!!!!!! Good Luck! __________________ 2021 Wild Cherry ZL1 A10, Sunroof, Data, Carbon, Nav, RotoFab Dry CAI, Elite x2, Borla ATK, Driveshaft shop

11-23-2018, 08:09 AM	#9
BAD DAB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8,228 View My Garage	Wow! Glad that your are okay. __________________ STAINLESS WORKS HEADERS-TUNED BY JANNETTY RACING-C.A.I. INTAKE-TAYLOR 409 WIRES-SOLO AXLE BACK EXHAUST-ELITE CATCH CAN

11-23-2018, 08:20 AM	#10
larry_g Drives: 2014 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 826	Hope I never have to deal with that myself, but it's good to know. Glad you're ok. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk __________________ 830 WHP 700 WTQ, Whipple 2.9 @ 13lbs Boost, Flex Fuel Tune by Blevins Tuning, LSA SBE, 3.5 GripTec, ATI LS3 Damper, AFR 260cc Mongoose, ARP Studs, Yella Terra Ultralites, Johnson 2110R, BTR PDS Stage 3, Melling 10355, Improved Racing Baffle, ID1050X, DSX Triple Fuel Pump, RotoFab CAI, NW 103mm TB, Stainless Works 1-7/8" LTH to 3" Speed Eng w/ X-pipe to NPP, Powermaster 9509 XS, Detroit Speed Motor Mounts, MGW, Monster LT1-S, ZL1 Calipers, DBA Rotors & Pads, Bilstein B6 Struts & Shocks, BMR 1.25" Drop Springs & Adj Rear Bar, Pegasus Solid Bushings, Z/28 Wheels, other misc parts.

11-24-2018, 12:22 PM	#11
christianchevell old school chevy rodder Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Manual,DM exhaust,CRT Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,588 View My Garage	Seen these beasts save lots of lives on here before.....thanks for sharing. Happy Hoildays __________________ 2021 Wild Cherry ZL1 A10, Sunroof, Data, Carbon, Nav, RotoFab Dry CAI, Elite x2, Borla ATK, Driveshaft shop

11-24-2018, 01:07 PM	#12
102SS waiting at the tree Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 3,119	Glad your ok,too bad about the car. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS A6 ZL1 Rims 60ft 2.03 13.08 at 107.82 (4/28) 2009 Pontiac G8 3.6L the DD

11-24-2018, 05:08 PM	#13
PatCam Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Convertible Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Courtenay, B.C. Posts: 14	Glad you are OK - never want mine to look like that.

11-24-2018, 06:34 PM	#14
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 3,971	That thing looks like really bad news could’ve accompanied the pic. Glad to hear you’re shopping for a new car, not a plot! Happy holidays! __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx