Before we delve into the details about this head-scratching incident, just so you know, even though this is the first time I’ve seen the video that was brought to my attention by reader Tim B., it was recorded in April of 2012.
Rob from Superspeeders explains what happened: “Driver collides with NYC curb and breaks front wheel off of SLR Mclaren, then continues to drive for 8 blocks including two left turns to his destination. $300,000+ in damage. Goes to why exotic cars have no business in NYC.”
The dollar figures mentioned above and in the video may be debatable, but there’s no question that the damage must have cost an arm and a leg to amend, let alone the depreciation a car like this suffers with a tinted history.
If you’re wondering how in the world could someone snap off the entire wheel assembly while driving in the city, you’re not alone…
By John Halas
Shout out to Tim for the video submission!
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