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AngelBaby

06-26-2004, 05:10 PM

I know I haven't been on for awhile, been busy... but on Friday, the AngelBaby legacy was crushed... literally.

I have pics, but they're not loaded yet. She got into a fight w/an Expedition and didn't win. Didn't even come close! The adjuster said that it's probably close to $8500 worth of damage, so they might just total her out. The saddest part? My carbon fiber hood was nearly cracked in half :( My bumper was sitting in the middle of the highway. The best part? I wasn't hurt too badly. And the front end of my body kit still wasn't on. So I will be able to sell the entire kit (partially painted).

I will be listing all of my aftermarket parts for sale within the next couple of weeks. And will probably no longer be part of the Hyundai community. I was very impressed with the way she reacted though. Airbags deployed only on my side. No side airbags since it was a front end collision only. And it crumpled the way it should have. The seat belt locked and neither my chest nor my face was touched by the airbag. My arm was burned by the airbag, and I got a neck strain, but other than that, I'm ok.

Just for the people who are curious, it wasn't my fault. To make a long story short, they stopped in the middle of oncoming traffic while trying to make a left into Walmart. I was the lucky one who couldn't stop and hit them dead on while going about 40 mph's or so. They were at a complete stop.

Now I just need to figure out what kind of car to get. Must be 4 doors, safe, 5 speed and customizable :)

seraph0503

06-26-2004, 05:17 PM

peace cya later.

slvrsleeper

06-26-2004, 05:22 PM

B.S. Get another XD!!! Why wouldn't you? One of them saved your life why wouldn't you trust one to do it again if need be? You already have the knowledge and the parts you need also. I'm very glad you weren't hurt BTW but why get a different car?

AngelBaby

06-26-2004, 05:25 PM

I'm a huge believer of fate and destiny. I've already been in 2 wrecks w/my GLS, my VIN# had 666 in it... when I was sitting in the ambulence, I saw the woman who sold me my car. For the 1st time since the last time I saw her. That ****'s freaky!! I mean I LOVED my car. It might not be a bad idea. But I still have to wait on the final word as far as if it'll be totalled or not...

slvrsleeper

06-26-2004, 05:31 PM

Well yeah, I do see your point there.... That is kinda freaky. However, I still say don't give up on her, with that much damage she is probably history though, even if they do decide to fix her she'll never be the same. I have been in four (yes four!) minor wrecks in my car, and I have sworn on a stack of bibles that I'll never do it again (wreck that is) Take that insurance check and fly like an eagle baby! You'll want to change your signature to PHOENIX though. What insurance co do you have?

playboyz28

06-26-2004, 05:36 PM

Well, glad to know you're safe, its always a good thing when the car can save your life or save you from being mortally wounded.
Well, now you can have a fresh start at a different car, are you going to go with new or used?

Jason

evil247

06-26-2004, 06:52 PM

Seeing it in person was rough but I am just glad she is ok and that it wasn't her fault.

O_GT

06-26-2004, 07:08 PM

Seeing it in person was rough but I am just glad she is ok and that it wasn't her fault.that is the important thing.glad your ok

Luckydvl

06-26-2004, 08:15 PM

well sorry to hear about your car but at least your ok, well what ever u decide u can always come here and talk with us hyundai owner or not

rckozma

06-26-2004, 10:01 PM

2XDreme

06-26-2004, 10:12 PM

Time for a GT Angel :)

SuperGLS

06-26-2004, 11:25 PM

That sucks. Sounds like the car handled a head on collision much like my Accent did, which is always good. If you aren't going to go with a new XD, then I'd probably get a... well damn, I wouldn't know. Best of luck with the insurance and everything, dealing with them is the worst part of getting into an accident.

RabidDogBoy

06-26-2004, 11:38 PM

Tis a sad day indeed. :( Sorry to hear about your car Angel, twas a beautiful GLS. It had so much going for it too, was going to be a great XD. Definately consider getting another. If you do decide you're going to sell your aftermarket parts just send me a PM, no need to deal with shipping and I know me and/or my bro would be interested in some of them.

BlueGT

06-27-2004, 02:02 AM

Hey, Angela! I am really sorry to hear what happened. Good thing that you are okay though. Yay!
Definitely consider getting another Elantra. Go with a GT this time. Oh and then you won't need to sell all your aftermarket parts. ;)

labmixz

06-27-2004, 02:23 AM

Sorry to hear mang... Sucks alot, least your ok...

Take my advice, get your neck checked out by atleast 3 doctors within 2 months of the accident... might not feel bad now... but it can get a hell of alot worse later....

I'm almost 2 years after my accident, neck felt strained for a week, after that... well, I'm about 25% disabled according to ama guidelines and still sue'n the drunk driver that hit me :\

only1db

06-27-2004, 09:37 AM

damn...that sucks...i know how it feels to get into a pretty bad accident...mine was with a deer and three trees....but my tiburon held up pertty well...hyundais hold up suprising well when tested!....glad you are okay!!! definetly get another XD..you cant beat um!!

Rixation

06-27-2004, 10:09 AM

Now I just need to figure out what kind of car to get. Must be 4 doors, safe, 5 speed and customizable :)
How about 5 doors, 6 speed, and supercharged from the factory w/ hundreds of aftermarket parts available? http://genvibe.com. ;)

Sorry to hear about the wreck though.

AngelBaby

06-27-2004, 11:06 AM

Hey guys, thanks for the nice words. I'm thinking about just getting an 03 GT sedan. Since I was on a pursuit of a damn spoiler forever!! And it would already have the leather. I wouldn't have to sell my parts, and I know how to drive the **** out of an Elantra! I'll let you guys know on Monday prob. In the meantime... here are some pics:

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/DSC00835.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/DSC00836.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/DSC00838.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/DSC00844.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/DSC00842.JPG

That last one is a pic of the cracked frame!!

Was about to apologize for the triple post, but this new forum won't allow that! How nice...

Keyan

06-27-2004, 11:10 AM

ummmmmmm

hey, nice wheels?

It really sucks what happened, but atleast you get to keep all your mods....
It's like getting the same car back, but with leather and a new car smell :)

I hope the best for the next gen AngelBaby

ZerosigGLS

06-27-2004, 12:06 PM

we're all glad your ok, get another xd/gt, at least make sure it doesnt have 666 on the vin this time. and be carefull out there, i had my first accident in my XD 1/2 hr after i bought it, it was rainy and i rearended a minivan that flew about 8ft after impact, so it was a pretty bad hit, but the car held up, not even a dent , just the lic plate cover was cracked, and the guy was really nice, and he just wiped **** off of it and left. i am hoping i had my accident that day and got it off of my system. well anyways, good luck with ins, and getting the new car whatever it might be, and hope everything is ok with you, take here angelbaby.

Tricked

06-27-2004, 12:09 PM

Sorry to hear about your car, Angel. Good thing you weren't hurt and that you didn't have Aija with you. I hope you get what you want. :)

hyunelan2

06-27-2004, 12:48 PM

Sorry to see yet another XD killed in traffic, but I am glad that another driver emerged with only minor injuries from an otherwise sever crash. Get something that's gonna make you happy, but an 03 GT sedan sounds good to me.

tharptroy

06-27-2004, 01:51 PM

nice looking car...or it used to be. glad that you're safe. another elantra might not be a bad idea, since you know you'll want to mod the next car you get anyway. or you could get a car with more aftermarket support...though a pontiac vibe wouldnt be my first choice, GM and ford are doing a great job of providing their own aftermarket parts for enthusiasts.

RabidDogBoy

06-27-2004, 04:21 PM

Hey guys, thanks for the nice words. I'm thinking about just getting an 03 GT sedan. Since I was on a pursuit of a damn spoiler forever!! And it would already have the leather...

LoL, and don't forget you've been trying to get the GT Gauge Cluster installed forever in your GLS... if you believe in fate then I think this accident was a sign... god is saying "Get a real GT!!" :tongue: Ok, gotta reiterate(sp?), glad you're ok! :clap:

Jlivan

06-27-2004, 05:12 PM

Sorry to hear about your accident, I am glad your ok! Good luck on your next car purchase.

tniv1

06-28-2004, 01:56 PM

Oh wow, I finally saw the pics. Glad you walked out of that with all of your body parts! While I am glad to see that you are OK, I must take a second to mourn for all of that twisted carbon fiber. She served you well. GT sedan all the way! You can get your spoiler!

Black04XD2

06-28-2004, 02:39 PM

I'm so sorry that happened. I still remember how crappy it was when I lost my old Elantra. I hope it all works out for ya.
If it is totalled, is it at all possible for me to buy your driver side mirror?

XTRAWLD

06-28-2004, 03:28 PM

Oh my god...thank the lord you are ok......sigh, won't be on the boards any longer huh.....

AngelBaby

07-02-2004, 10:01 PM

Hey guys, just wanted to say my final goodbyes! I got a 2005 Scion xB in Black Cherry and I love it! So, I'm a Scion girl now. Feel free to PM me or email me anytime. I have lots of parts that I will be posting here first and then posting to Ebay afterwards. Thanks for all of the helpful advice and helping me appreciate what everyone else refuses to! You guys have definitely helped me raise the bar for the Elantra! For Sale thread coming soon. I will start an initial one now and have pics for later.

TTYS!!

2XDreme

07-02-2004, 10:16 PM

come back anytime angel

mbv2001

07-02-2004, 10:26 PM

what made u pick that car? just wondering...thought u was going for a gt.. well u shall b missed..keep the xb below 100.....peace

snova44

07-02-2004, 10:32 PM

I'm glad you're ok. You can get another Elantra but there will never be another you. If your car has $8500 damage and it's a 2002 glh you can just about bet it will be totalled. I would be suprised if it isn't.

rckozma

07-02-2004, 10:36 PM

Good luck with the Scion, I like them too.

SuperGLS

07-02-2004, 11:45 PM

tC. Oh wells.

Have fun with the xB, you need to get some 22's though.

AngelBaby

07-05-2004, 02:11 AM

Damn Angel that sucks, and just last week I saw you going down Waters Ave at about 5:15. Glad to hear you are okay. And I would agree with everyone else here, get another XD. If you want something with more room look at the Sonata. Good luck with whatever decision you make.

That's about what time this happened, at Waters and D Mabry!

I'm so sorry that happened. I still remember how crappy it was when I lost my old Elantra. I hope it all works out for ya.
If it is totalled, is it at all possible for me to buy your driver side mirror?

Sorry, just saw this, and I wouldn't have been able to do that, bc the insurance needed all parts that weren't wrecked intact.

come back anytime angel

Thanks guys!! You know my AIM and YIM, so please chat whenever you can. Doesn't mean we aren't still friends!

what made u pick that car? just wondering...thought u was going for a gt.. well u shall b missed..keep the xb below 100.....peace

I wanted a Mazda3 5 door, but they were way too expensive for me. Saw the price of the Scions and decided to go ahead and get that. There is a ****load of aftermarket support for them. It drives great and while my heart breaks for my AngelBaby, the Scion should be treating me right (ps, it has 777 in the VIN this time... my super super lucky number combo!).

I'm glad you're ok. You can get another Elantra but there will never be another you. If your car has $8500 damage and it's a 2002 glh you can just about bet it will be totalled. I would be suprised if it isn't.

She was definitely totaled :headshake

tC. Oh wells.

Have fun with the xB, you need to get some 22's though.

I'm going to be getting my Sparco knockoff's by Exel (the thin 5 spoke in alloy).

elantragt4dr

07-05-2004, 11:58 AM

Nice should had got the TC

http://www.scionlife.com/gallery/tc/tc01.jpg

Is this your color??\
http://wwwheels.com/stock/scion/xb.jpg

watson80

07-05-2004, 03:00 PM

Im glad you are not hurt. I would def stick with the XD. She never let ya down yet. A GT would be an awesome choice!!

AngelBaby

07-05-2004, 10:51 PM

I couldn't get a tC bc it's only 2 doors, I have a kid and need a 4 door. And yes, that's the exact one I got. I ordered the Eurolights and the complete CF kit though. Parts are incredibly cheap and since I'm selling all of my Elantra stuff, I'll be able to get some stuff for her. I'm even going to my first Scion meet on the 11th.

elantragt4dr

07-05-2004, 11:20 PM

Hey Fate here is a good link

Looks at this
http://www.scionlife.com/gallery/accessories/int_indiglo_xb1.jpg
http://www.scionlife.com/gallery/accessories/int_indiglo_xb2.jpg
http://www.scionlife.com/gallery/bodykits/nkbpower_xb_01.jpg
http://www.scionlife.com/gallery/bodykits/fabulous_fullkit_xb_01.jpg

gauges (http://www.scionlife.com/tech/interior_gaugelighting.php)

AngelBaby

07-05-2004, 11:30 PM

Oh wow, thanks alot! That's some nice info. If I had time I'd be doing the same thing, but moving into my house is taking all of my time. I just now finally got my computer hooked up. I will be doing this mod hopefully before this weekend. But I will do pink :)

elantragt4dr

07-06-2004, 12:37 AM

Fate those LED's Are a pain to solder you may be better off with the Glow gauges

AngelBaby

07-06-2004, 12:46 AM

Well it just says to color them w/a sharpie!

elantragt4dr

07-06-2004, 12:48 AM

Ok Easy Enough :redface:

AngelBaby

09-02-2004, 09:05 PM

Well I didn't want to start a new thread, so I'll just update you guys on this one. Here's some pics of my new car. She's completely stock, so just give me some time and money and she'll eventually look as good as AngelBaby did!!

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/xB.front.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/xB.side.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/000_0311.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/000_0313.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/cf.pillars.JPG

http://www.nitrousworld.com/pictures/000_0314.JPG

CaseyGT2001

09-02-2004, 09:58 PM

I LOVE the xB. There sure aren't many of them around here. I've heard they make great SPL comp vehicles.

BlueGT

09-02-2004, 11:16 PM

Nice car, Angel! Congrats!
I test drove one the other day just for fun and I was really surprised how much space it has. The roof is so up high. Head space is simply ridiculous.
I like how it looks too. Just needs some 17" or 18" deep dish wheels. I know some people put 19"s but that's just crazy.
The only thing is that 1.5L engine is too weak for it. Hopefully, TRD will make a supercharger for it or smth.

tniv1

09-03-2004, 01:04 AM

Looks good, Angela. Just get those rims already!
Blue, they do have blowers for the Scions. TRD loves the Scions. I saw a few supercharged xBs at the car expo a few months back at the Javits center in Manhattan.
Ang, be cool and get the bB JDM badges for your ride.

SuperGLS

09-03-2004, 01:33 AM

I just can't like that xB for some reason (and ask Blue, usually I like those cars that look like "suitcases" ha). But congrats, I hope you like it as much as you liked the XD. Oh, better upgrade to leather in this one too.

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 03:59 PM

Dude, how can you not like it!! I don't think they have leather for these... but i'm sure someone will come out w/something...

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 04:10 PM

Does it have a lot of HP? I actually think it looks cute, w/all the mods you can do it's worth it - I give it a thumbs up http://www.smileytown.com/content/emot/exct0005.gif

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 04:14 PM

It has like 105 HP I think! Haha, just remember, it's an Echo motor! Even turbo charged it's only 150 HP...

dragonfighter60

09-03-2004, 04:23 PM

How does it handle? Is it topheavy? I like the color. Nice pick.

hyunelan2

09-03-2004, 04:47 PM

I'm kinda against Scion and Toyota's thoughtfully cleaver marketing scheme to appeal towards me being a 'tuner.' How dare they label me? Part of the thing about modifiying is to be unique... how unique can you get when it comes off the factory with the mod-options. (not in this case, since she's doing it herself)... Dunno, just kinda see the company as insulting for some reason.

Regardless, I'm happy you're happy with your new ride. It does look nice... I have nothing agains the scion vehicles, only their existance.

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 05:35 PM

The handling is ok, for an over 5 ft car!! It can DEFINITELY use a sway bar and I've already bought some lowering springs. Hopefully that will help. It has awesome pick up, and even holds it's own on the freeway, but going over 80, it idles sooooo high. Seriously, it's idling at about 4500 when I'm going like 60-70. It's really bad on gas mileage, eventhough they claim that it can get 31 city and 35 highway. I BARELY got past 300 miles on a full tank on a road trip. It's got a 10.5 gallon tank I think. Normally I'm at about 230 miles per tank. And I'm not going from red line to red line either. I guess it's just the non-aerodynamic-ness of it. It's a box... that's what it is... it wasn't meant to cut the wind.

The good thing about it, is that eventhough the HP is low, it's a fairly light car (weighs about the same or less than the Elantra) and it still gets looks. We Scionists have a comraderie that other car owners just don't have. Anytime I see a Scion (whether it's an xB or xA) they'll either flash their lights or we'll honk at each other. It's awesome. And actually, I saw a blue one driving around here the other day where they put wood panels on it. Making it look all old and rustic, it was pretty cool.

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 05:36 PM

:thumbsdow I am going to have to give the HP a thumbs down. Nice car but I need my HP - I will never go back to geo speed.

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 05:37 PM

Trust me, I feel ya on that. I definitely miss a good race. I really do... but can you imagine the relief that I get every day when I pass a cop and know that they are not targeting me? I'm no longer part of the "obnoxious racers" anymore... little do they know, it's still in my bones!!!

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 05:50 PM

I don't know - w/my geo I would be more aggressive b/c I could pick up enough speed to go the speed limit. Everyone would be passing me....I would have to let them know it's a geo I can't go any faster. Eventually I grinded it into the ground - drove it to hard.

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 05:51 PM

Oh trust me, I still own the road! And I can definitely hit the speed limit and beyond. I wish you guys could drive it... you'd understand.

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 05:55 PM

Well, I can't hide that I love my lantra! --I wouldn't trade

I do agree that the car looks nice. I saw one out where I live, it's not the xb it's the other one.......can't think, is it xa? Anyways, he has some nice rims on it....looks a little different....small car w/lg rims but I guess that is why it looks pretty cool

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 05:56 PM

I would love to have her back, but I didn't really have a choice :(

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 05:59 PM

why not another elantra?

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 06:01 PM

I knew exactly what I wanted and I hated the 04's. I would have wanted an 02 or 03 GT sedan either black or red... that was just way too hard to find used...

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 06:01 PM

I just noticed that you live in Tampa. How is the weather down there? My Brother goes to USF & my dad lives in St pete. Looks like the hurricane is coming straight for here. The wind picked up a bit but it looks like we won't get the full hurricane until tomorrow

AngelBaby

09-03-2004, 06:03 PM

I just read on the news that it's weakened to a Category 3 hurricane and will be a tropical storm by the time it reacheas Orlando. We should be fine.

Jlivan

09-03-2004, 06:06 PM

I knew exactly what I wanted and I hated the 04's. I would have wanted an 02 or 03 GT sedan either black or red... that was just way too hard to find used...

I definitely have to agree w/you on that - I don't like the front for some reason. Luckly I bought my 03 back in feb 04....last one on the lot from the year before. I am the first owner but it was used as a dealership demo car.