After passing its MOT earlier in the week, some bad news. while out and about yesterday, and more specifically while I was on a dual carriageway roundabout, ready to take the second left exit, some idiot towing a long glider trailer takes the inside of the roundabout at speed, loses control and veers into my offside. Grhhh!
Not too much damage to my vehicle; new wheel arch trims needed, some light scuffing from the side indicator, leading to a more serious score in the lower driver‘s door. But with the vehicle being 20 years old, I think it’s the end of the line, and will just be written off. Bit of a bummer after all the time, money and effort getting things running in largely tip top condition.
I know there is possibly scope to accept a settlement and buy the vehicle back, which as I have no plans in selling on, doesn’t bother me financially in it being a Cat N? writeof. But I get the impression insurance companies are not that keen on that approach any longer.
I have a couple of witnesses that kindly offered their help in seeing the idiotic driving. It’s heartening to see that people stop and offered genuine concern about my well-being in a world that seemed to be so self-centred nowadays.
At least no one was hurt in this incident. But another lot of hassle to deal with.
Take care folks, the idiots are everywhere!
