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[jonsgn]

I had an idiot run into me while I was stopped at a traffic light going 35 mph. I obviously shot forward and hit the car stopped in front of me. The idiot in question took off and was not caught. I have had this car since new and can't even begin to explain how pi$$ed off I am. Original paint etc, no show car but a real nice unrestored car. Since I am in the process now of getting it restored I am asking if anyone could give me a heads up of any common issues these cars could have after being in ths type of accident that might be hard to see. I am from a small town in Ontario Canada and there are not very many people knowledgable on these cars in the area that I know of.
Thanks in advance.

 

[turbofrank]

rear end or trans problems good luck on your repairs

 

[davelostmissing]

Sent a PM

 

[mikes86ttop]

Post pics!!!....Mike

 

[Buhog]

Not seeing the extent of visual damage. Are the rear 1/4 panels bowed at all around the tops of the wheel openings/ back window? That is the most common crush zone. A 35 mph impact would certainly show in this area.


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[jonsgn]

The passenger rear quarter has a small bow in it and there is a nasty sound from the back
end in reverse. A quick look at the trailing arms looks like they are somewhat bent.
The trunk floor has some slight cracking around the caulking not no buckling.
I think when the bac of the seat broke and I slide to the back seat my foot coming
off the brakes may have actually helped. Once the appraisers paperwork is done I can get it on a rack
have someone look at the tranny. I will get some pics up soon. Thanks.

 

[Buhog]

The weak point of the frame is the arches over the rear axle. Bumper usually gets driven down causing the frame to bend in that area hence the bowed 1/4 panel. There is usually light damage in the trunk unless hit above the bumper in the taillights. The noise could be a number of things, the exhaust hitting would be ideal as far as money wise. Axle in a bind is possible along with trans damage. Look at the door to 1/4 gaps. Another good indication.


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