GCCK Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Neil, the only thing that matters here is you are still around to watch your family grow up. Who's fault it was is neither here or there, its why you pay insurance. Take time to gather your thoughts about it. It could have happened in any car. MLOC expects an invite to wet the babys head BTW! You have been a credit to MLOC in your time on here with organising runs etc. We hope it continues. Its people like you and the others that make me and Liz MLOC addicts Best wishes Martin and Liz. Nice words, Martin. Says it all. Emailed you Neil - if I can help, with anything, please call. Didn't realise you were expecting - as you say, must be a very emotional time and really the last thing you need right now is folks saying "get back on that horse" - cars are transients, families are forever. Maybe one day though? - just don't associate Elise & accident - as you said yourself, could have been nastier in a bigger car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul111s Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Neil i shall the same to you as i said last night.............. BUY ANOTHER!!!! oh and cheers for the cuppa! glad you got home ok with fizz, nice to meet you all by the way. Oh and sorry about the windscreen fizz!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stu hill Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Neil, We all make mistakes, get the Elise fixed and get it back on the road. If it's written off, go one better and get one in orange! Yes, yes, yes. Get a new one and definitely in orange. It took me less that a year to put mine in a wall. I know how you're feeling, but the dented pride goes away. I just think of it as a lesson well taught. The main thing is that you are OK, and the same would have happened in any car, so don’t blame the Lotus. I've got a spare seat for the Shropshire run if you still want to come along. Keep your chin up, and everything will be fine. Now it's just time to go shopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1 Steve Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Neil Gutted for you mate, you're still here that's the main thing. I gather the missus was at home (thank god). All the best mate and good luck with your baby, that will put it all into perspective. Steve & Zoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tut Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Neil This has just reached ScottishElises, but was unexplainable until I came onto MLOC and checked out what happened. As your friends have said, the main thing is that you are unharmed, as it was a bizarre accident. We all f**k up at some time or other, most of the time we get away with it, other times we do not. You are going to kick yourself, but don't give up on the Elise, have a break then get back in the saddle again. If I can post the pic, that is what I did in '99 after writing my first one off, then doing 150,000 miles in its successor, and not one of them commuting or shopping. All the best from S_E. tut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niallf Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Neil, Shocked to read this after meeting you & Eric earlier in the day. It's no consolation, but I nearly did exactly the same thing on the same stretch on my way home at about 3pm. I'm sure you'll re-live it many times in the coming few days, but I hope you feel better physically & mentally soon. You have much bigger and more important things to look forward to, but I hope to see you at a Lotus get together someday soon. All the best (the other) Niall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve J Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Shame So long as you're ok, a car can be replaced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon Ross on Wye Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 As long as you are ok the rest will soon fade to a memory that can be laughed about. Take care and good luck with future events Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrealillusions Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Glad your ok and good luck with the family in the future. Like others have said, dont give up on the elise, get a new one after your life has settled down a little further down the line. Dont be a stranger to these forums! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fentuz Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Sorry for that. As said before, you fell off the horse... get a rest, get another one, and ride again... Hope your wife feels better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnthT Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 wow just seen it over on SELOC, such a shame good that you are okay though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark H Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Good to see you are ok. Pretty scary looking crash, not 100% sure why it means the end of visiting MLOC or getting another Lotus? It could happen in any car you are driving, its just an accident and no one is perfect and never makes a mistake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chorlton Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Accidents are just that, take some time out, enjoy your new family. Stick around as its obvious you have made some good friends here and come back when you feel like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seaodyssey Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Neil Glad you are ok, give your self time to get other the shock. That road is known for tail end shunts so don't worry about it, the insurance will pay. What ever car you get to replace it with, get one you will enjoy, even if its not another elise. Hope to see you on another Midlands run sometime Best regards Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilesH Posted September 25, 2007 Share Posted September 25, 2007 Neil - glad to hear you're ok, I had no idea it was you until I spoke to Dan this morning and logged on. All the best mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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