#93 Albi Blue in West Midlands

[suj]

Jesus Christ! maybe put some police-style reflective stickers on the back, then you're guaranteed no-one will come anywhere near you

Haha, knowing my luck i'd get hit by a bloody fire truck

OMG - How terrible.

Unfortunately as much as you can do all in your powers to allow for the idiots around you in this life....some still slip through the net in afraid.

Chin-up and carry on lad.

That is rotten luck, you must be absolutely fuming! Thankfully it wasn't as bad as the first time, but still...

I can appreciate how it's affected your confidence, I'm really not surprised after all that's happened to you recently! The best thing to do though is just keep on driving, it's the best way to get your confidence back. As Shuv says, there will always be some idiots on the road, however don't let these incidents put you off.

No way mate. I'm a biker and you are taught to ride defensively as people just don't see you. The more your ride these life skills creep into your driving and you notice so much more. They really are some complacent numpties out there on the roads. Try and make a positive out of this negative time you've had and don't let it make you a nervous driver, let this experience make you a better driver.

Thanks guys, yeah Friday I felt rubbish, but i'm fine today, still a bit of anxiety with traffic, but i'll survive. I'm not giving up driving, I love driving, it's my thing, I have been working with, on or in cars since I was little, now work with them as a living. I used to do a lot of trackdays when younger too. I was hoping to get to do a few more, last time I went on track was 2013 at Nürburgring.

I even worked out I still have 4x 225/45/17 (and 2x 255/40/17) R888's in my attic, so I could get some Laguna Silverstones and throw them on!

Don't worry, it's just a phase where everything has happened at once, i'll be back in a Clio soon (once I get paid out)

 

[Jimmy]

That's the spirit! Good to hear that it isn't getting you down! And having those track tyres available to you is a nice little motivator for getting back in a Clio

 

[Micah]

I know it's not the right colour but I've just seen this come up on CSOC on Facebook if it's any help?
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-renaul...ate-original-/302151483759?nav=SELLING_ACTIVE

 

[suj]

That's the spirit! Good to hear that it isn't getting you down! And having those track tyres available to you is a nice little motivator for getting back in a Clio

Thanks Jimmy, yeah it's just a passing phase, i'm getting over it

I know it's not the right colour but I've just seen this come up on CSOC on Facebook if it's any help?
http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/2008-renaul...ate-original-/302151483759?nav=SELLING_ACTIVE

Thanks Micah, I have seen that and it is so clean, but unfortunately I will be getting no where near that money (mine has more miles and not as clean). Also as much as I love LY I just cannot picture myself owning one, why I like the AB as it stands out, yet it is still relatively subtle.

 

[suj]

So some updates:

* Been paid out (waiting for the cheque to clear....yeah who uses cheques? Why not BT it....stupid really).

* Also random and I wasn't expecting it, but someone has bought my old 197 F1 (#93) and PM'd me on here, asking for some details on when it was serviced / belts done etc.

He seemed like a lovely guy, I will let him make a thread and introduce himself to everyone, I gave him my number and I went through all the details with him.
I also offered to send him all my paperwork / spare key, as it will help him know what is what, so I will be either meeting him when I go near his or get it out in the post.

I am kind of happy it will hopefully live on, as it was a great car pre-crash.

I am still looking for another 197, I have one I am potentially going to buy (once they get time to sort a few things / get some pics I have asked for).

I hope everyone has a great Christmas / New Years, you better all eat and drink as much as I will be (PS, tis bulking season haha)

 

[Jimmy]

Thanks for the update, and nice to know that your car is going to be in good hands (hopefully!). Best of luck with the search for a replacement - hope this one comes to fruition!
All the best for Xmas and New year too!

 

[LOCKE]

Great news mate. Close that chapter now. Hope to see you back here soon.