Dead S3 - look away now!

[mike456]

don't look if your squeamish..http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/imgs/8.gif
the other driver went through red light and we were "t-boned", a testament to the strength of the S3 that we were relatively unscathed.

In case your were wondering the doors were cut off.

[mike456]

yep, Nissan note or similar, side on 30-40mph

[mike456]

Yep total loss eventually - it's a 2014 model

[mike456]

Hi guys
Thanks for your kind comments. The Nissan was traveling at 30+ mph (through a red light!)
It was pretty well written off at the front I think.

I will crop the photo of the Nissan and post it up after removing personal info. Ironically the insurer actually debated (briefly) about repairing the S3.

Glad we are both fine, the Audi certainly saved our bacon, a strong bit of kit the A3.

The only advice I can give to you all is too;
A) buy the strongest ncap rated car you can afford
B) buy GAP insurance (can offer a personal experience on this once my case is settled)

All the best

[mike456]

Just an update;
AlA gap paid out in full, a five figure sum. Took alittle time but we got there in the end. I wouldn't run a car without it.

My accident was non fault, but I think a dash cam is way to go.

Police are considering prosecuting the other driver.

What to get next, the delemma begins...

MY16 S3
F Pace
or wait till 2017 for the new SQ5?

[mike456]

ToothbrushMan said:

Superb all weather performance didnt get that driver out of a bit of pickle by the looks of it ......

The other driver went through a red light!