Went deer hunting by accident.

[4everRS]

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/60782B00-D552-4B2B-A469-3094B304C9B5-19434-000005CC875F94C4.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/5953C670-AAB2-4724-980A-71A6AF0CE1AC-19434-000005CC9CE09AE2.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/2D7FF805-78F4-4BB2-B54F-8EC6DBAC414F-19434-000005CCA7EAD753.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/F8F64072-A93E-4510-8126-B6D7AD25CF0F-19434-000005CCAFC95DB2.jpg

It was about a 170lb doe. Preliminarily, it looks like hood, fenders, bumper, headlights, radiator, condenser, steering fluid cooler line, under tray, grills, core support, cooling fans, and some other bits. Couldn't get the hood open yet to see under. I did peek under the now creased hood, and it looks like no huge damage. The car was still running after the hit, with one of the cooling fans making a little noise.

Bummer.

[bakes]

That sucks....good luck with the repairs!

[MaxRS6]

Dang!!!! Glad u okay- Jeez- I often say- the drive home from the track (through deer country) late at night is the most scary part of the adventure.

I wish you a speedy repair.

[alrightroad]

Not an ideal way to bag a doe. Glad you are OK!

Here come the vulchers... Can I pick those headlights off you for cheap when the time comes? might be interested in a few other bits. Hit me up with PM when you have time.

[4everRS]

Thanks guys. I guess that's why we pay big insurance premiums!

alrightroad, in the 3rd pic you can see the headlight lens is busted up pretty good. Drivers side isn't, but felt very loose in its place. Makes me think the mounting tabs are all broke. I'll sell if you really want.

[Stephencl]

Bummer, now starts the search for a good hood....went through 6 of them from Audi before we found a straight one. seems if they are stored on their sides the alu edges get bent up pretty good.

Sorry about the wreck...

Stephen

[alrightroad]

Thanks guys. I guess that's why we pay big insurance premiums!

alrightroad, in the 3rd pic you can see the headlight lens is busted up pretty good. Drivers side isn't, but felt very loose in its place. Makes me think the mounting tabs are all broke. I'll sell if you really want.

I'm good with broken. All 4 bulbs still shine? I'll send you PM with my email address.

I hear you on insur premiums. large to say the least.

[SteveKen]

Ooof. Sorry to see that.

Glad you are ok and the car should survive, too.

Enjoy the deer steaks, jerkey, etc. Saved you the cost of a hunting license, ammo, etc.

[4everRS]

Ooof. Sorry to see that.

Glad you are ok and the car should survive, too.

Enjoy the deer steaks, jerkey, etc. Saved you the cost of a hunting license, ammo, etc.

haha. I didn't keep it. So this old guy pulls up in the dodge and says that he called the sheriffs department and that they said he can take it, if it was ok with me. I said I didn't want it. I don't want bruised up venison. But seriously, old guy shows up 15 mins after it happened. I hadn't even called the sheriffs yet! I think he probably needs it more than me.

[amanda]

Ekk roadkill!!!!
Glad you are ok and the car isn't too badly damaged.

[4.2Crew]

Damn! Glad to hear you and the kids are unscathed!... Think you'll have the stomach to cut into a brand new, shiny, virgin belly pan for the Sportec cooling mod? hehe

[4everRS]

Thanks Greg. I know! I've been thinking about that belly pan. Glad I'm getting a new one. Will be hard to chop up though. I won't need to make that mod til next spring, so it will stay as is for now.

[Chung]

Glad everyone is safe. Airbags didn't deploy so that is good I guess.

[Elevens]

Damnit! Sorry to see this. So long as your ok. The car can be fixed and hopefully better than before. I know it hurts because it hurts me just looking at it. Good luck with the repairs.

[4everRS]

Glad everyone is safe. Airbags didn't deploy so that is good I guess.
Nope. No airbags. The front bumper stayed remarkably intact. It's cracked and scratched a little, but really doesn't look as if it moved much if any.

[kday]

Ouch. Well at least it looks fixable. That hood looks like aluminum foil (go figure).
I don't blame you for passing on the free roadkill!

[JSRS6]

Damn Kyle, im glad you are ok.

[ben916]

Bummer about the hunting accident but the bright side is that you get new stuff!
Hopefully you DIDN'T order the carbon lip, otherwise that would have been toasted.

Especially since the airbags didn't trip and the engine was still able to run, you should relatively in good shape.

63 days...

[kevin]

Really a bummer!! I had one in my headlights a few weeks ago. Missed it! GL with fix!

[905084]

Ouch! Glad you're ok. Hood, lights, bumper, upper grille, lower grille, maybe radiator support, radiator, A/C condenser. Plus labor. Be interesting to see what the insurance company comes up with for a total. Anyone care to take a guess....I'll throw out the first at $8500 to fix it right.

[4everRS]

Good idea. We should make bets. Not sure what we would win, but the furthest away is a vegetarian (in the words of Richard Hammond)

I'm gonna go with 7654. Not sure why.

edit: and "no" I have no estimate as of yet.

[kevin]

Over $10k

[na1mt]

I had same accident.....the bill came to just under $10k

[MaxRS6]

^Oh yeah- those parts and associated labor will add up quickly. I'll go with $12,000. I know it will end up with eagle eyes on the repairs 00

edit: na1mt posted while I was replying to Kevin's $10K estimate.

[na1mt]

....new hood,bumper cover,grille,trans cooler,radiator and supports,emblems,headlights and fenders if they are creased. Good luck with the repair.....only thing that sucks is now you'll have a car fax on it.

[ben916]

Ouch! Glad you're ok. Hood, lights, bumper, upper grille, lower grille, maybe radiator support, radiator, A/C condenser. Plus labor. Be interesting to see what the insurance company comes up with for a total. Anyone care to take a guess....I'll throw out the first at $8500 to fix it right.

That was my post of 63 days...

Oh! A dollar amount $9657.43
EDIT:
Headlights alone at full retail are $1000 each, Hood is $600 ish

[905084]

That was my post of 63 days...

Oh! A dollar amount $9657.43
EDIT:
Headlights alone at full retail are $1000 each, Hood is $600 ish

I should pay more attention! Stupid deer, what have they done for me except crash across my son's A6....and destroy my trees

[4everRS]

Started getting a paranoid tonight. If its 10-12k in repairs, we're talking about the possibility of totaling the car. NADA says about 15k trade in and that's what insurance companies usually use to calculate. They will usually deceide to total when damages are 70-75%.

We will see.

[alrightroad]

Started getting a paranoid tonight. If its 10-12k in repairs, we're talking about the possibility of totaling the car. NADA says about 15k trade in and that's what insurance companies usually use to calculate. They will usually deceide to total when damages are 70-75%.

We will see.

ugh. not good.

[amanda]

Started getting a paranoid tonight. If its 10-12k in repairs, we're talking about the possibility of totaling the car. NADA says about 15k trade in and that's what insurance companies usually use to calculate. They will usually deceide to total when damages are 70-75%.

We will see.

Dont know about the states but here you can buy the car back off the insurers......................................but if it was me I would try my very best to make sure the car was repaired by the insurance ;)

[905084]

Started getting a paranoid tonight. If its 10-12k in repairs, we're talking about the possibility of totaling the car. NADA says about 15k trade in and that's what insurance companies usually use to calculate. They will usually deceide to total when damages are 70-75%.

We will see.

I didn't want to say anything but that was my first thought. Depends on the internal damage.

[mik15]

i guess you could always get the maximum they would pay and come up with the rest of the money from your own pocket, if you really love it :), or have it repaired at an independent garage with OEM parts but you would pay a lot less for the labor and doing so the amount paid by the insurer might be sufficient, because we all know that only the labor will be highly expensive at the dealer!

[4everRS]

I heard back from the body shop. He is up to almost 14k in repairs. That is still not including, but leaving open, the radiator and fans. He said its at 57% of value according to his system? That would put the insurance value well over 20k.

He is familiar with my insurance co and said they stop at 70% and total it. Of course he is using all list prices. The adjuster is coming to look at it.

[amanda]

Fingers crossed for you ;)

[kday]

I just had a near miss with a Coyote in my office park on the way to lunch... dangerous times for RS6 front ends!

(This is not a normal thing, I've never seen one here before. It's not exactly the wild west...)

[ZCD2.7T]

...The adjuster is coming to look at it...

Bummer about the accident - glad you're OK.

Not sure if you're HOPING it will be totalled, or hoping it WON'T be, but either way, I hope it works out.

[ben916]

if it IS totalled, grab the Xmas present..... you know..... the ECU with the APR in it!

[4everRS]

if it IS totalled, grab the Xmas present..... you know..... the ECU with the APR in it!
I was thinking about this. I would like to grab it. The car won't run without it through. Soooo, anyone have either a spare ecu, or a stock chip I can solder back in?

[4.2Crew]

I was thinking about this. I would like to grab it. The car won't run without it through. Soooo, anyone have either a spare ecu, or a stock chip I can solder back in?

I think "speedtrapped (http://www.rs6.com/member.php/15862-speedtrapped)" from NJ has an engine including ECU he's been trying to sell for several months... Maybe he'd be willing to sell/swap ECU's until you get a new RS6----IF your's is totaled, of course?????

[4everRS]

I think "speedtrapped (http://www.rs6.com/member.php/15862-speedtrapped)" from NJ has an engine including ECU he's been trying to sell for several months... Maybe he'd be willing to sell/swap ECU's until you get a new RS6----IF your's is totaled, of course?????
Would there need to be some programming with the key/immobilizer?

[4.2Crew]

Would there need to be some programming with the key/immobilizer?
From this Ross-Tech link, it appears straight forward---EXCEPT for the required 4 digit ecu PIN #... Probably attainable thru the dealer's higher echelon VAG-COM??? Just guessing on this one.

http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/Immobilizer_III_ECU_Swapping

[kday]

I don't think you can realistically reprogram the immobilizer with VCDS. But it is possible through more invasive means.

[Jimmy Joe]

Good luck with the insurance company. It looks mostly cosmetic, but labor is quite expensive at the dealership down there, well, everywhere ! you might be a little better on an honest, independient shop if you can find one, good luck, anyway !

[na1mt]

I really don't think you should be ripping out ECU until you actually get the final word from Ins. Co.........just my .02

[4everRS]

Right. I would never touch the thing before I heard.

Speaking of that. I spoke with a friend who happens to be an adjuster today, and he said that I would likely need about 17k of repairs to get totaled. So I doubt it will be.

[hulio]

nice shot

[ben916]

nice shot

Not to Thread Jack but Hulio, is that your Audi in your avatar photo or just a photo you copied for your avatar?
If yes, is that a C6? Is that an RS6?

[hulio]

Not mine. I jut like the blacked out grill.

[amanda]

Right. I would never touch the thing before I heard.

Speaking of that. I spoke with a friend who happens to be an adjuster today, and he said that I would likely need about 17k of repairs to get totaled. So I doubt it will be.

Can you clear your pm box please ;)

[4everRS]

Can you clear your pm box please ;)Sorry. Space cleared.

[vr430]

Wow. Glad you came out unscathed. I am actually surprised deer did not survive the impact, especialy since it looks like she glanced off the hood - they are as hardy as rats. Good luck with repairs.

[SteveKen]

Sorry. Space cleared.

Did you ever get my vulturous PM from Oct. 30? Just Checking. . .

[4everRS]

Did you ever get my vulturous PM from Oct. 30? Just Checking. . .
Sorry again. Yes I did. I will let you know when I receive word on the repairs.

[905084]

I was thinking about this. I would like to grab it. The car won't run without it through. Soooo, anyone have either a spare ecu, or a stock chip I can solder back in?

It wasn't running after you hit the deer right? That's what I remember ;)

[4everRS]

It wasn't running after you hit the deer right? That's what I remember ;)
Hehe. I see what you did there.

I spoke with the adjuster today. They're not totaling it. The jnsurance company was about 3k lower to fix than the shop said. Adjuster found headlights for 1k used, hood and fenders off another one that saved 450, used ac condenser 600 less.

Not sure if I like not getting new parts, but the shop I'm working with has an excellent warranty that they stand behind well. If they think I won't like it (and they know how particular I am) they will fight to get it.

[905084]

Congrats! What's the shop in Minne? Got an acquaintance in the business there.

[Amar]

UK insurance companies will only allow brand new parts to be fitted, not sure if that's a good or bad thing.

[na1mt]

I would make sure that they are willing to warranty all parts same as if they were new, only after you are red in the face from fighting with them about trying to install used parts....IMO

[QuattroRS]

Used headlights could be a cluster fUsed fenders and hood. Cluster fWork with the shop and get new even if insurance won't payThe first paint chip that reveals Mugello and 60 mils of paint will drive you nuts
Hehe. I see what you did there. I spoke with the adjuster today. They're not totaling it. The jnsurance company was about 3k lower to fix than the shop said. Adjuster found headlights for 1k used, hood and fenders off another one that saved 450, used ac condenser 600 less. Not sure if I like not getting new parts, but the shop I'm working with has an excellent warranty that they stand behind well. If they think I won't like it (and they know how particular I am) they will fight to get it.

[lswing]

Indy shop and parts from Shokan, they should have all you need...

[4everRS]

Good news. Adjuster came up to the level the shop was asking. All new parts. Holding up the work now is getting the core support from Germany. I'm happy with this news and looking forward to getting the beast back.

[MaxRS6]

^Woo hoo!! Great news and Max Speed getting it back on da road better n ever!

[905084]

Sweet!! Congrats!

[amanda]

Brilliant :)

[ThrillHouse]

Wow, great news!

[4.2Crew]

Thanks for passing on the good news, Kyle!

[4everRS]

Yesterday I spoke with the owner of the body shop and they said that the core support is backordered. And it's coming from Germany.

Delivery date is Dec 20th. Holy hell. I won't drive my car til next year.

[na1mt]

That sux....haven't driven my NSX in almost 2 1/2 years, so I can feel your pain.

[MaxRS6]

I always thought of my extended shop stays as reserved miles to be driven at a later date...00

The days can drip by waiting for the rumble..Where is our pics of progress btw (max playing role of Ben)??....

[4everRS]

I always thought of my extended shop stays as reserved miles to be driven at a later date...00

The days can drip by waiting for the rumble..Where is our pics of progress btw (max playing role of Ben)??....
Yea pics. I'll have to get some.

Hmmmm. If you're Ben, then Ben is you.

Where are the track vids Ben? Hmm, where?

[MaxRS6]

Oh my- Ben has been slandered beyond repair....

Track vids you ask...Just because it is you Kyle- I signed up for 3 days at TWS (Dec 14-16). One day of Open Track day- followed by 2 day track event. I hope Crazy (and Max) make it all 3 days without issue..00

[ben916]

Oh my- Ben has been slandered beyond repair....

Track vids you ask...Just because it is you Kyle- I signed up for 3 days at TWS (Dec 14-16). One day of Open Track day- followed by 2 day track event. I hope Crazy (and Max) make it all 3 days without issue..00

Thanks for signing me up to TWS for those days! I get to beat CRAZY into submission and some 4 wheel drifts.
You might be disappointed by the flipflop Ben's RS6 as it doesn't have APR/KW/BBS/Alcon/160k miles...

Yeah Kyle, as Ben said, where the F are those photos/videos of der beast getting surgery???? :)

[Jimmy Joe]

Good luck and lots of fun on your Track Days, Max.

[MaxRS6]

^Thanks Jimmy Joe- Come on up some time and join the fun!

[Jimmy Joe]

Thanks, Max Someday I will.

[4everRS]

Well. I will be waiting quite a while to get my car. As mentioned earlier, the core support won't arrive until late December. The shop estimates a late January finish date. As promised , below are a few pics.

these were taken the day after the hit, after they were able to get the hood opened. There is no damage to any part of the engine. Nothing even touched it which surprised me. The air intake ducts are even intact.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/A212C20C-4D98-406F-8310-FC77BC26E380-20242-0000060842D65428.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/F7896B00-90DD-408D-8997-6DF07AFFE1CA-20242-0000060832030046.jpg

And here is a couple more shots of the front. It doesn't look that bad.

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/0BE66CBE-F8EE-4CD8-8B2F-EAA4C212B695-20242-00000607E6B5956B.jpg

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/29117C82-3512-4F7F-8D6D-429E05B9D89B-20242-00000607DE4FB61A.jpg

Right now it's just sitting out in the cold like an unwanted stepchild. Upon visiting her yesterday, I gave her a pat on the back and gently whispered, "it's ok, we'll get through this" tear

[NSU RS6]

Keep us posted on what you use for paint. Glasurit? Sikkens?

Here is a thread where I got some input on what is best. Gonna need some to paint my carbon front lip spoiler ; ).

http://www.rs6.com/showthread.php/24419-Paint-what-brand-is-best-for-the-RS6?highlight=

Craig

[MaxRS6]

Looks good considering. I'm sure she appreciated your TLC- I have to go get a tissue now...00

[4everRS]

Well guys and gals. Today was the day I learned my car will be totaled. It's been a long and frustrating journey. Here is the last I saw the car
http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/E479947E-D49A-46C0-8D3D-D1D981FABDE1-96521-00001CB54D3FA059.jpg

After teardown, the insurance adjuster came back out and found another 6500 dollars of damage. They have moved my case to the total loss department.

[MaxRS6]

Dang- I feel your pain Kyle and that totally s#cks!!!! l;(

[alrightroad]

Sad to see her go, Kyle.

[4.2Crew]

Sorry about your long frustration---and loss... She will be missed.

[905084]

Fvck s#!t fvck......this long to get that? She will live on....

[ben916]

Boo!!! that so sucks!

PS = did you sneak out the ECU???

[4everRS]

Boo!!! that so sucks!

PS = did you sneak out the ECU???
lmao. you guys are so funny.

[ben916]

lmao. you guys are so funny.

Not laughing here, serious... Don't let the Xmas present go to waste!
Get that spare ECU from Saul and slap it in there, then sell your APR ECU...

[bmwade]

Well guys and gals. Today was the day I learned my car will be totaled. It's been a long and frustrating journey. Here is the last I saw the car
http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab210/crocodile64/E479947E-D49A-46C0-8D3D-D1D981FABDE1-96521-00001CB54D3FA059.jpg

After teardown, the insurance adjuster came back out and found another 6500 dollars of damage. They have moved my case to the total loss department.

Hmm she would be an excellent organ donor for an Avant build thus giving her a second chance at life!

[JavierNuvolari]

Idea: Re-buy the car from insuranse sharks, strip it down, buy new suspension and bits and leave as a 4WD allweather track-toy.

Cheers.

[Ruergard]

That's sad news.. :(

[Elevens]

It's a shame with what would appear to be a minimal amount damage for most other cars, is a write off for ours. I guess its the nature of the beast. Real sorry to hear this Kyle, I hope you stay with us (another Beast maybe) but I wouldn't be surprised if you didn't. Good luck with what ever you decide to do..............................

[ttboost]

Bet you could buy it back for a song...

[4everRS]

Bet you could buy it back for a song...
They said 7500

[905084]

I'd take it at that price.

[alrightroad]

I would as well. Anyone up for partnering on a part-out?? I can put up some funds ahead of time if someone is willing to take on the physical label part. I'd want some parts from it for sure.

[V8weight]

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww228/Pellis833/Junglebook-disneyscreencaps_com-8029_zps0fe0cfc9.jpg

[4everRS]

That is great Pat :)

[V8weight]

That is great Pat :)

Get ready for more PM's than your box can handle...

[alrightroad]

LOL. Yes sir, here we come.

[905084]

LMAO with that pic.

[DHall1]

Priceless. Btw chumps stay away from that ecu.


http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww228/Pellis833/Junglebook-disneyscreencaps_com-8029_zps0fe0cfc9.jpg

[lswing]

I'm in...

[ben916]

Priceless. Btw chumps stay away from that ecu.

Anyone with TWO RS6 = go to the back of the line!
Besides if you look up a few posts, I expressed interest

[AUDI5000CSTQ]

Buy it and just have it fixed yourself. Did that with my 86 CSTQ. Better than ever, good access now for the timing belt and O2's

[kevin]

What did the body shop find after opening the job up? Just curious. $6500 more is a lot.

[4everRS]

What did the body shop find after opening the job up? Just curious. $6500 more is a lot.
Sorry for the delay. There were a couple reasons for the increase. A lot of it came from incorrect prices in their database. For example, the new ac condenser they thought they would get for 250, ended up being over 700. Many other things like this. They also added a bunch of new parts.

It doesn't matter now as the car is gone. (tear) We'll have to watch copart for what happens. It comes with APR software and MTM tcu