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Offline eskimo2

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« Reply #60 on: September 09, 2007, 10:50:20 AM »
Have you thought of taking it to a body shop?
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« Reply #61 on: September 09, 2007, 10:54:04 AM »

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Sorry Jb, just had to. ;)


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« Reply #62 on: September 09, 2007, 10:58:22 AM »
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88,

The truth without exaggerations always works best ~ especially when it comes to the people you love.  Even if it hurts a bit at first, still the best.

If you do need to find a rental on a Sunday, try the airport.

My guess is she won't be as upset as you believe she will be.

Were you the one driving? It was the drivers door that was messed up?  I bet she'll be pretty happy you weren't hurt.


JB, You have a woman in this thread giving you the best advice. My wife said the exact same thing. If you try to hide this, and get caught, you will do unestimable damage to your character, in her eyes.

Storch said to use this as an oppurtunity to learn about her character...But, remember, that applies in reverse, as well. She might think that if you wrecked her car, and just sat there waiting for her compassion, that you are simply being shallow and  self-centered. The best thing you could probably do, is pick up the phone right now, tell her what happened, and that you are in the process of getting it repaired. Be honest and upfront with her, if that's the way you wish to be treated yourself.
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« Reply #63 on: September 09, 2007, 11:17:37 AM »
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JB, You have a woman in this thread giving you the best advice. My wife said the exact same thing. If you try to hide this, and get caught, you will do unestimable damage to your character, in her eyes.

Storch said to use this as an oppurtunity to learn about her character...But, remember, that applies in reverse, as well. She might think that if you wrecked her car, and just sat there waiting for her compassion, that you are simply being shallow and  self-centered. The best thing you could probably do, is pick up the phone right now, tell her what happened, and that you are in the process of getting it repaired. Be honest and upfront with her, if that's the way you wish to be treated yourself.


My wife just read this thread and basically said the same thing.
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« Reply #64 on: September 09, 2007, 11:21:21 AM »
well, so much for the honesty thing.
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« Reply #65 on: September 09, 2007, 11:28:16 AM »
You already have been given good advice. If you try to cover this up and not talk it out you will have incontrovertibly demonstrated a lack of maturity. That makes you a poor choice for continued long term relationship.

You need to let her know what happened and that you have already started the process to get it repaired.

Sunday is a LOUSY day for body shops and junk yards. It will not get done today so get some flowers, a dinner reservation and prepare to consume crow in prodigious quantities.

I am, of course, assuming you had permission to drive the vehicle. If not you are truly truly screwed as you have just demonstrated you are totally untrustworthy. If you cannot maintain trust in a relationship, it's already doomed.
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« Reply #66 on: September 09, 2007, 11:29:15 AM »
the deed is done.

she has been told.

not pretty.
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« Reply #67 on: September 09, 2007, 11:29:24 AM »
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well, so much for the honesty thing.

Get a couple mirror parts, sprinkle them on parking lot beside car, come back from terminal with sweetie in tow..."OMG! LOOK what some bastard did to your car!!" "Boy, if I EVER catch that SOB...."
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« Reply #68 on: September 09, 2007, 11:30:47 AM »
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the deed is done.

she has been told.

not pretty.


You're a good egg 88
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« Reply #69 on: September 09, 2007, 11:39:21 AM »
It's the trials and tribulations that show the quality of the relationship. You stepped on yourself with golf shoes here so it's time to pay the piper and see how it plays out. You are now in the position of penitent partner. The penance will have to be her choice.

On one hand if that is all it took to end it, you may be better off. Things can always be repaired or replaced, a person cannot. If the car matters more to her than you do, it's time to call it quits. The same would apply if the roles were reversed.

I sincerely wish you luck in this and I hope it works out for you.
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« Reply #70 on: September 09, 2007, 11:41:08 AM »
How did the car get damaged in the first place?

Inquiring minds want to know




The damage doesnt look that bad.
Might be able to pick up a new mirror at the salvage yard and for the dents, maay be able to beat them out if your good at disassembling doors.



Im a peon though. About the only repairs I have done are to 20 year old heavy trucks
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« Reply #71 on: September 09, 2007, 12:14:16 PM »
JB88....


I DO Care....so here goes.


Sounds like a t-bone, so if the accident wasn't your fault....

1)  Fill her in all all what you have done to help (notifying her insurance carrier), getting repair estimates, etc, and get the repairs started ASAP.

2) Get a RENTAL car for her in the mean time (your dime).

3) A nice potted flower and BIG box of chocolates.

4) Let her know that you did not get the ticket...and it WASN'T your fault.



If somehow the accident WAS your fault:

1)  Fill her in all all what you have done to help (notifying her insurance carrier), getting repair estimates, etc., and get the repairs started ASAP.

2) Get a RENTAL car for her in the mean time (your dime).

3) Offer to pay any and all deductables for the repairs.

4) A nice potted flower and BIG box of chocolates.



I'd call her BEFORE she get's home, and let her know the full deal...see above.


PUHLEASE tell me she has insurance!


If she didn't...you both kind of bear the responsibility for 100% of the damages.


Uninsured motorists are BAD.


Good luck, bro!




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« Reply #72 on: September 09, 2007, 12:53:50 PM »
Bronk, I mean where the top of the bumper panel and bottom of the front fender meet, just ahead of the tire.  
Anyway, take it easy 88... Love conquers all :D
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« Reply #73 on: September 09, 2007, 02:09:29 PM »
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the deed is done.

she has been told.

not pretty.


Tell us more, what did she say?  How was her tone?
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« Reply #74 on: September 09, 2007, 02:16:50 PM »
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did i mention please?

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is a door something that i could buy from a yard and replace?  

aggggggghhhhhh!!!!!


(pain pain pain)








p.s.  (stop reveling in it...it's bad for your kharma,)

Yes, get a door and whatever parts are damaged from junk yard and replace them.  Tell her that you were on the way to get her car painted in her favorite color as a surprise, when some idiot sideswiped you.   Tell her that the mechanic said the parts you replaced are better than the original parts and that the new parts will increase her gas mileage and extend the life of her car! hee hee:aok
If you do not get booted after this story, then try and sale her oceanfront property in New Mexico!

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Seriously, good luck with this dilemma!
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