G40R - Amazing crash survivability. Thank you Ginetta!
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G40R - Amazing crash survivability.
Today a ford people carrier rear ended my G40R. I was rolling along at a slow walking pace and was hit in the rear in a 50 limit. The other driver tells me was 35 ish, Apparently they did not see the bright orange car, slow almost to a stop for a cyclist because there where looking at a dead bird in the hedgerow.
Why am I telling you all this? Basically because I can. Currently i'm stiff and mightily pissed off. When I think of all the fun stuff I have driven over the years most of it would have left me with a trip to casualty as a minimum in a similar event and I shudder to think how i would have faired in the 7 clone or bike.
Thank you Ginetta!
Today a ford people carrier rear ended my G40R. I was rolling along at a slow walking pace and was hit in the rear in a 50 limit. The other driver tells me was 35 ish, Apparently they did not see the bright orange car, slow almost to a stop for a cyclist because there where looking at a dead bird in the hedgerow.
Why am I telling you all this? Basically because I can. Currently i'm stiff and mightily pissed off. When I think of all the fun stuff I have driven over the years most of it would have left me with a trip to casualty as a minimum in a similar event and I shudder to think how i would have faired in the 7 clone or bike.
Thank you Ginetta!
Glad to hear you're in one piece!
The structure of the G20 was a swaying factor in picking it for a track day toy over other kit type cars. Granted they aren't all that lightweight, but tough as old boots is a term that springs to mind. I describe it as a survival cell with an engine hung out front all perched on a couple of axles!
The structure of the G20 was a swaying factor in picking it for a track day toy over other kit type cars. Granted they aren't all that lightweight, but tough as old boots is a term that springs to mind. I describe it as a survival cell with an engine hung out front all perched on a couple of axles!
Sorry to hear your news. Glad you are ok.
The roll cage is FIA certified so it is the best protection you can expect. I race my G40 and I've always felt safe. And as a racer I've seen a few cars have unfortunate accidents. As a result I have some advice that may be useful.
First you must get a Ginetta G40 specialist to assess the car. Do not go to your insurers local body shop. Who are G40 specialists? Race teams the run GRDC, Junior and GT5 cars. These guys regularly fix up race damaged cars and know them inside out.
You need to make sure the roll cage is ok. If it's damaged it is likely to be an insurance right off. However, this is unlikely. The specialist should be able to decide what needs replacing and what can be fixed. Body panels are expensive so if possible have them repaired. Race teams often have used spares which can be a cheaper option than buying new from Ginetta.
The roll cage is FIA certified so it is the best protection you can expect. I race my G40 and I've always felt safe. And as a racer I've seen a few cars have unfortunate accidents. As a result I have some advice that may be useful.
First you must get a Ginetta G40 specialist to assess the car. Do not go to your insurers local body shop. Who are G40 specialists? Race teams the run GRDC, Junior and GT5 cars. These guys regularly fix up race damaged cars and know them inside out.
You need to make sure the roll cage is ok. If it's damaged it is likely to be an insurance right off. However, this is unlikely. The specialist should be able to decide what needs replacing and what can be fixed. Body panels are expensive so if possible have them repaired. Race teams often have used spares which can be a cheaper option than buying new from Ginetta.
simonjwalker said:
First you must get a Ginetta G40 specialist to assess the car. Do not go to your insurers local body shop. Who are G40 specialists? Race teams the run GRDC, Junior and GT5 cars. These guys regularly fix up race damaged cars and know them inside out.
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