Stop street racing, tell your kids. See consequence

MrIanB · 07-21-2015, 08:33 PM

A 23 year old kid lost his life around my house Saturday at 11:45am CST sunny day due to street racing. He lost control and wrapped car around tree, caught fire and driver died. Please show this to your kids w fast cars and this can be the result.

I don't have kids but I feel I need to pass on to all parents w fast cars thinking of street racing. If they do, please take keys and teach a lesson vs the parents of this kid now planning a funeral. The car was a Infiniti g37 coupe.

Ian B

Spec · 07-21-2015, 08:41 PM

May he rest in peace.

And I totally agree with your sentiments on street racing... and even for the veterans who should know better - Don't be taunted by some idiot that doesn't know better. Street racing puts everyone in danger. Keep your cool around them and maybe wave if you feel up to it. Says a lot more than a stupid street race...

Joseph1LE · 07-21-2015, 08:49 PM

As long as they are doing it somewhere where there is no chance of innocent people being hurt, I could really care less about street racing in general. People who do it know the risks involved with their own personal safety... People can decide for themselves if that risk is worth taking as long as it doesn't affect others. On that note, I'm glad this kid didn't hurt anyone else, but it is nevertheless very sad that he lost his life. RIP.

cornfield camaro · 07-21-2015, 08:55 PM

I'm an old guy who did a ton of street racing on rural blacktops back around the late sixties. The difference between today and back then is the performance of modern cars. Back then we all thought we were fast but would be lucky to run 14 seconds at the local strip! I have a supercharged SS that is still "twitchy" at 95 mph. No way on being side by side with another car. And besides this, it's not worth it. Life is way to precious!

pickwithaustin · 07-21-2015, 09:05 PM

I am indeed always amazed on here by all the stories of, "Some punk in a (insert non GM brand name here) pulled up next to me and wanted to race so I dusted him..." etc.

Speeding down the street does not a man make and the older guys should realize that already.

Unfortunately, kids in their late teens and early 20's make lots of bad life decisions. It's important to do whatever's possible to help look out for them. Yes it is their choice, but not something that you ever want to hear having happened to your own kid (or a relative).

Street racing is plain foolish. Go to the track - or just don't look to prove yourself. Prove yourself through life success.

okbfd · 07-22-2015, 10:34 AM

I love all the moral mongos on here. Yes, kids do things in inappropriate places and sadly people get hurt. It's a fact of life that isn't going to change. Yes, the performance numbers on cars these days make it more likely. On the other hand......even in my mid 50s if the time is ripe and it's not a threat to other drivers.....I may (won't admit to it on the net) have a go with someone. In Mexico of course

pickwithaustin · 07-22-2015, 10:35 AM

No better way to prove the volume of one's muscle.

Gary24 · 07-22-2015, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by okbfd

I love all the moral mongos on here. Yes, kids do things in inappropriate places and sadly people get hurt. It's a fact of life that isn't going to change. Yes, the performance numbers on cars these days make it more likely. On the other hand......even in my mid 50s if the time is ripe and it's not a threat to other drivers.....I may (won't admit to it on the net) have a go with someone. In Mexico of course

Moral mongos. Lol!

BMR Sales · 07-22-2015, 02:48 PM

Yes, we all do stupid stuff - young or old. But without Darwin recipients where would we get Parts Cars?

Look at the sheer number of Ford GT's, Porsche Carrera GT's, Lambos that are totalled by idiots you think they can drive and can't

Red2014SS · 07-22-2015, 03:00 PM

Street racing is really stupid. You can hit a test and tune at the local strip for $20, do it legally and get an official time slip too. No sense in risking a street race. I think that show about Outlaw racing on cable TV has really promoted street racing with kids.

rebelyell22 · 07-22-2015, 03:07 PM

You guys think it's just kids that do it? Hah....

RGRCamaro · 07-22-2015, 03:13 PM

Prayers to the family. It is terrible to hear things like this.

PHXLT1 · 07-23-2015, 05:38 PM

This is just one story you hear of............and there are thousands you don't. Prayers to the family.

102SS · 07-23-2015, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rebelyell22

You guys think it's just kids that do it? Hah....

The problem is that the strips are all closed by 11pm for noise.

Too bad for the kid,he had his last "Oh Shit" moment sliding toward that tree.

I used to street race as a teen into my 20's,30's and into my 40's.

I have not street raced since I was 45 when I met my current GF.

She wants me to have fun but at the track.

We now we have very tough seizure and suspension laws up here.

07-21-2015, 08:33 PM	#1
MrIanB Drives: 2015 Red Rock Camaro 1LT RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 428	Stop street racing, tell your kids. See consequence A 23 year old kid lost his life around my house Saturday at 11:45am CST sunny day due to street racing. He lost control and wrapped car around tree, caught fire and driver died. Please show this to your kids w fast cars and this can be the result. I don't have kids but I feel I need to pass on to all parents w fast cars thinking of street racing. If they do, please take keys and teach a lesson vs the parents of this kid now planning a funeral. The car was a Infiniti g37 coupe. Ian B Attached Images

07-21-2015, 08:49 PM	#3
Joseph1LE Drives: 2015 Camaro SS 1LE, 2001 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Miami Posts: 836	As long as they are doing it somewhere where there is no chance of innocent people being hurt, I could really care less about street racing in general. People who do it know the risks involved with their own personal safety... People can decide for themselves if that risk is worth taking as long as it doesn't affect others. On that note, I'm glad this kid didn't hurt anyone else, but it is nevertheless very sad that he lost his life. RIP. __________________ 2017 GMC Canyon All Terrain- daily driver/dirt bike hauler 2015 Camaro SS 1LE- sold 2001 Camaro SS SOM M6- sold 1999 Firebird Formula A4- sold

07-21-2015, 09:05 PM	#5
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	I am indeed always amazed on here by all the stories of, "Some punk in a (insert non GM brand name here) pulled up next to me and wanted to race so I dusted him..." etc. Speeding down the street does not a man make and the older guys should realize that already. Unfortunately, kids in their late teens and early 20's make lots of bad life decisions. It's important to do whatever's possible to help look out for them. Yes it is their choice, but not something that you ever want to hear having happened to your own kid (or a relative). Street racing is plain foolish. Go to the track - or just don't look to prove yourself. Prove yourself through life success. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

07-22-2015, 10:35 AM	#7
pickwithaustin Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible and: Join Date: May 2014 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,863	No better way to prove the volume of one's muscle. __________________ --------------------------- Currently in my Garage: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Convertible \| 1980 Corvette Stingray \| 1981 Firebird \| 1968 El Camino \| 2007 Crown Vic Police Interceptor \| 2001 Silverado \| 2001 Blazer \| 1965 Chevy C-10 \| 2007 Harley Softail Custom \| 2013 MX-5 in Copper Red Mica \| 2000 Corvette Convertible \| 2010 Corvette Grand Sport \| 2006 Audi A3 Turbo \| 2008 BMW 328i

07-22-2015, 03:00 PM	#10
Red2014SS Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Camaro Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,420	Street racing is really stupid. You can hit a test and tune at the local strip for $20, do it legally and get an official time slip too. No sense in risking a street race. I think that show about Outlaw racing on cable TV has really promoted street racing with kids. __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, L99, SW LTH w/HF Cats, GMPP Ex. Z/28 CAI, FR41s in PVD Black Chrome, Recaros, Pfadt Sway 377hp, 383tq 12.739@110.44 MPH

07-21-2015, 08:41 PM	#2
Spec Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS LS3 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Riverside, CA Posts: 4,018	May he rest in peace. And I totally agree with your sentiments on street racing... and even for the veterans who should know better - Don't be taunted by some idiot that doesn't know better. Street racing puts everyone in danger. Keep your cool around them and maybe wave if you feel up to it. Says a lot more than a stupid street race...

07-21-2015, 08:55 PM	#4
cornfield camaro Drives: 2011 l99 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Ames, Iowa Posts: 305	I'm an old guy who did a ton of street racing on rural blacktops back around the late sixties. The difference between today and back then is the performance of modern cars. Back then we all thought we were fast but would be lucky to run 14 seconds at the local strip! I have a supercharged SS that is still "twitchy" at 95 mph. No way on being side by side with another car. And besides this, it's not worth it. Life is way to precious!

07-22-2015, 10:34 AM	#6
okbfd Account Suspended Drives: 2012 Shelby GT500 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Tulsa Posts: 106	I love all the moral mongos on here. Yes, kids do things in inappropriate places and sadly people get hurt. It's a fact of life that isn't going to change. Yes, the performance numbers on cars these days make it more likely. On the other hand......even in my mid 50s if the time is ripe and it's not a threat to other drivers.....I may (won't admit to it on the net) have a go with someone. In Mexico of course

07-22-2015, 02:48 PM	#9
BMR Sales Drives: Race Car Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Seffner, FL Posts: 6,226	Yes, we all do stupid stuff - young or old. But without Darwin recipients where would we get Parts Cars? Look at the sheer number of Ford GT's, Porsche Carrera GT's, Lambos that are totalled by idiots you think they can drive and can't

07-22-2015, 03:07 PM	#11
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	You guys think it's just kids that do it? Hah.... __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

07-22-2015, 03:13 PM	#12
RGRCamaro Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 538	Prayers to the family. It is terrible to hear things like this. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 M6 - 672rwhp/581rwtq - 91 octane tune

07-23-2015, 05:38 PM	#13
PHXLT1 Drives: black Z28 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: el mirage Posts: 1,323	This is just one story you hear of............and there are thousands you don't. Prayers to the family. __________________ My family 1994 Z28 (mine) 2015 Camaro (wife's) 2015 Silverado (mine!) 54 Belair (wife's) 2004 silverado (daughters)