For those of u that know Joe Guspeck... [Archive]

MyBlackBeasts

06-22-2018, 05:20 PM

Old news......

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Yea.. old news... But you have no idea the level of PISSED OFF I am that absolutely ZERO people that new about it could be bothered to lift their lazy a$$ fingers and post it so people like me who know and care about Joe would know about it.

RubberCtyRauder

06-22-2018, 05:21 PM

Sorry to hear Joe, glad you are ok, hope there is good restitution

WhatsUpDOHC

06-22-2018, 05:39 PM

Yea.. old news... But you have no idea the level of PISSED OFF I am that absolutely ZERO people that new about it could be bothered to lift their lazy a$$ fingers and post it so people like me who know and care about Joe would know about it.When did this happen?

I can't believe this.

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PRCARGUY

06-22-2018, 05:45 PM

When did this happen?

I can't believe this.

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Same here! :eek:

RF Overlord

06-22-2018, 05:47 PM

Oh, wow...I'm so sorry for Joe. He loved that car. I hope "we have the technology" to fix it.

Bluerauder

06-22-2018, 06:19 PM

Glad to hear that Joe is OK. Sorry to see his MM so mangled in the pics. Looks like a very hard hit.

crownvic97

06-22-2018, 06:25 PM

Sucks seeing a beautiful Marauder end up like that.

MOTOWN

06-22-2018, 06:42 PM

Really sucks to see the actual damage , glad he wasn't injured.

WhatsUpDOHC

06-22-2018, 07:09 PM

Oh, wow...I'm so sorry for Joe. He loved that car. I hope "we have the technology" to fix it.I know. Really tough to see.

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Taemian

06-22-2018, 07:17 PM

Thank goodness the Marauder took the hit and shook it off to keep him from harm. Still, so hard to see.

Old news? I'd call him for sure if I knew his number! Maybe I'll just PM him.

Spectragod

06-22-2018, 07:29 PM

Yea.. old news... But you have no idea the level of PISSED OFF I am that absolutely ZERO people that new about it could be bothered to lift their lazy a$$ fingers and post it so people like me who know and care about Joe would know about it.

Was posted on TCG right after it happened, it wasn't my car or business to post it over here. Joe posted about it on TCG, if he wanted people to know, I'm sure he would have posted over here.

Spectragod

06-22-2018, 07:31 PM

Glad to hear that Joe is OK. Sorry to see his MM so mangled in the pics. Looks like a very hard hit.

It did, frame took a hard shot in front of the LF tire, probably a total, it will depend on what value the insurance will put it at as to if they will repair it.

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justbob

06-22-2018, 08:27 PM

Yea.. old news... But you have no idea the level of PISSED OFF I am that absolutely ZERO people that new about it could be bothered to lift their lazy a$$ fingers and post it so people like me who know and care about Joe would know about it.

Sorry Bill, but threads such as this should only be started by the owner.

I’m sure it has plenty to do with the resident vultures amongst other things..

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Granddaddy Marq

06-23-2018, 04:36 AM

That's awful. Extremely nice car. Glad he's OK. I have a undamaged frame with the front end if you decide to resurrected it. Good luck Joe.

Invective

06-23-2018, 04:45 AM

Sorry to read this happened to a fellow Joe. Also glad to read he wasn't injured physically. Car appears to have been well maintained - hoping it can be repaired. Any more details about this accident? Recent developments? Another Marauder sibling takes a hit....:depress:

03Merc

06-23-2018, 07:17 AM

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I've been down this road b4. Insurance wanted to total it out so I had them cut Me a check for $4000 and I took a shot at fixing it! Got the whole car straightened out and repainted.

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8UWITH6

06-23-2018, 07:29 AM

I saw his car in person at the Chicago Marauderville. Beautiful car. Glad to hear he’s ok.

Part out?

How can you even ask that? SMH

8UWITH6

06-23-2018, 07:33 AM

Sorry Bill, but threads such as this should only be started by the owner.

I’m sure it has plenty to do with the resident vultures amongst other things..

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Kind of tend to agree with you on this one buddy. Glad JOE is alright.

martyo

06-23-2018, 07:41 AM

Glad he’s ok.

MERCURY 2003LSE

06-23-2018, 07:47 AM

I do not know Joe but glad he is OK :beer:
It is just a car Joe's life is more important .

sailsmen

06-23-2018, 08:00 AM

Now that he is ok who will be the first to claim dibs on the mats?

(PS It can take weeks to know you are aok, so this thread should be closed until Joe starts his own.)

Invective

06-23-2018, 09:15 AM

I've been down this road b4. Insurance wanted to total it out so I had them cut Me a check for $4000 and I took a shot at fixing it! Got the whole car straightened out and repainted.

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What did it end up costing you to repair the Marauder? Any serious issues? Did the final product meet your expectations? I totaled my immaculate '98 GT back in 2011 with 101k miles - happened on a saturday morning and was scheduled for a new headliner on monday morning.

The insurance adjuster noticed the headliner LOL!!! SF gave me $6k for the car and offered to sell it back to me for $900. Most of the damage was on the LF from hitting a power pole, on the right side from sliding into a concrete culvert and various locations from the wrecker totally mishandling the car. Everyone who looked at it for me stated that it could be fixed but 'don't do it'!

They all stated it would probably cost a bit more than $6k and that I probably wouldn't be happy with the results. Cooling system wasn't busted despite the radiator being at an odd angle and the car would start. Switched to daylight savings time that weekend so I reset the clock, left all of the manuals and doc folder in it, turned the keys into the insurance agent and the car went to auction - it truly brought a tear to my eye. Hoping someone bought and fixed it.

No good images of it other than me and other family members standing next to it at the wrecker yard looking like the cleaned up version of the Beverly Hillbillies...won't post them in a public forum LOL!!!

03Merc

06-23-2018, 09:41 AM

Insurance wrote My friends body shop the check and I said "fix it." I spent a little money out of pocket to get the rare parts but He took care of the car and I had the whole thing repainted! I lucked out. It drives straight as an arrow thankfully! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180623/5e69ec8ea4caaeab39923b2d732914 ab.jpg

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CoreyM75

06-23-2018, 10:47 AM

How can you even ask that? SMH

It was a joke. Sarcasm is dead here.

Also the weird way people view things on this site is hard to fathom. If my Marauder was wrecked and another member knew about it and wanted to post about it, where’s the issue? Same for whomever bought a car for sale here. Neither one is a big deal anywhere other than this site.

HammerDown

06-23-2018, 10:54 AM

From what I'm reading, Joe, you are okay, thank the Lord.

But your beautiful DTR...…… "big cry"

1stMerc

06-23-2018, 01:11 PM

So sad to read no matter how it was made public. From one DTR to another, glad Joe is okay and the car did it's job.

sailsmen

06-23-2018, 01:53 PM

If you are in a serious accident it is best to disclose as little as possible on social media until all legal matters have been resolved.

Turbov6Bryan

06-23-2018, 02:08 PM

If you are in a serious accident it is best to disclose as little as possible on social media until all legal matters have been resolved.

Excellent advice 👍🏻

Invective

06-23-2018, 02:13 PM

Insurance wrote My friends body shop the check and I said "fix it." I spent a little money out of pocket to get the rare parts but He took care of the car and I had the whole thing repainted! I lucked out. It drives straight as an arrow thankfully!

Looks like Marauder was coming along nicely in the photo - good news for a change. Hoping the OP's subject is able to get his car properly repaired also.

guspech750

06-23-2018, 10:07 PM

Hi there peeps. I appreciate all the well wishes and concerns. I’m doing well overall. Even though I walked away from that collision. I still have a few ouchies that are healing. I already know what compensation my insurance will give me and I should find out Monday what the drunk drivers insurance will offer me. I may also get an independent appraisal on top of that. So hopefully I will finally be able to make some decisions on either parting it out and buying another DTR or fixing it. I am so grateful and humbled by everyone’s concerns and also those offering help, parts and such. It’s mind boggling in such a great way. It truly is.

Sucks driving around in a Nissan Maxima. It’s so darn low to the ground and the seats are too narrow.

Anyways. I did finally get the hood open yesterday. Makes me
Sad. But it could have been way worse.

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a_d_a_m

06-24-2018, 04:25 AM

Glad to hear you're on the mend, Joe...I'm sure you know this, but don't accept the first offer their insurance company throws at you...it will be low!

Invective

06-24-2018, 04:43 AM

Anyways. I did finally get the hood open yesterday. Makes me
Sad. But it could have been way worse.

Very true. You obviously have some serious coin in your car that may be unrecoverable unless you bought extra coverage? Hoping its repairable. Let us know more about the DUI clown. He/she actually carried insurance....imagine that....

03Merc

06-24-2018, 06:23 AM

Find a good lawyer! Maybe You'll end up in a Demon!!! Haha, keep us posted!

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Sully008

06-24-2018, 06:46 AM

So sorry to read about this,Joe.Glad you're okay. Cars can be replaced.

ChiTownMaraud3r

06-24-2018, 08:37 AM

Terrible news, but very glad to hear you are ok Joe. All will be well in the grand scheme of things.

TJCOX

06-25-2018, 08:10 AM

Good to know you'll be ok! Tell the Insurance Co., that you want a Mustang or Expedition to drive.
When I was rear-ended (not my M.M.) I was given a new Expedition to drive. It was quick.
Good Luck!

fastblackmerc

06-25-2018, 08:43 AM

Glad to hear your OK Joe!

tbone

06-25-2018, 11:36 AM

Joe.........That is a ****ing drag! My mouth fell open when I saw the pic....really, really a totally crappy thing to happen.
What intersection is that at?

Joe Walsh

06-25-2018, 04:08 PM

Holy crap...I go on vacation and return to read this thread!

Joe, glad to hear that you are OK and healing.

Definitely get an independent appraisal and make sure that you get diminished value if they don't total your Marauder.
If you have one of the 'Marauder certificates' that were offered some time ago, it will help in establishing the car's rarity.
Also check out Haggerty's website as they value Marauders as a collectible and have a good bit better values than Kelly Bluebook (fancy Grand Marquis value)

Looks like a (drunk) lemming in a $h*tbox Honda did the dirty deed....no real surprise there.
Another reason added to my Why I hate Honda and Toyota owners list!

mad man

06-25-2018, 05:49 PM

when did it happen I was down that way this weekend and I have a dtr marauder sorry to see another one get hit .:mad:

justbob

06-25-2018, 08:00 PM

Joe.........That is a ****ing drag! My mouth fell open when I saw the pic....really, really a totally crappy thing to happen.
What intersection is that at?

I believe Mooseheart & Randal.

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champ1173

06-25-2018, 08:56 PM

Glad to hear you're ok.

MM03MOK

06-25-2018, 09:45 PM

Joe, thanks for checking in firsthand. A blessing that you’re OK. That’s the most important thing.

TAKEDOWN

06-25-2018, 10:42 PM

Though our MARAUDERs are rare, there's only one of you and you are irreplaceable. I'm glad you are well and able to walk in through that front door at home and be with your family and friends. You know where I'm at and how to reach me, don't hesitate my friend!

tbone

06-26-2018, 11:17 AM

I believe Mooseheart & Randal.

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Randall Road. Figures. Everone in a hurry to get to the local Starbucks to pay $8 for a double mocha mint cappachino moose crap shake. Or a bottle of vodka in this case....:shake:

I live off of Randall and Miller. It's a free for all most days. Constant crashes.

sailsmen

06-26-2018, 11:46 AM

The only time I enjoy driving is 6am on Sunday.

People no longer drive, they ride.

03Merc

06-26-2018, 01:50 PM

The only time I enjoy driving is 6am on Sunday.

People no longer drive, they ride.

They don't drive, they aim.

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Joe Walsh

06-26-2018, 03:06 PM

They don't drive, they wander aimlessly.

There....fixed it for ya!

justbob

06-26-2018, 04:52 PM

Randall Road. Figures. Everone in a hurry to get to the local Starbucks to pay $8 for a double mocha mint cappachino moose crap shake. Or a bottle of vodka in this case....:shake:

I live off of Randall and Miller. It's a free for all most days. Constant crashes.

I forgot you moved! One of my current jobs is the Aldi in Cary.

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guspech750

06-26-2018, 05:32 PM

Randall Road. Figures. Everone in a hurry to get to the local Starbucks to pay $8 for a double mocha mint cappachino moose crap shake. Or a bottle of vodka in this case....:shake:

I live off of Randall and Miller. It's a free for all most days. Constant crashes.

Well heck partner. I did not know you moved further south. What fueled the move?

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guspech750

06-26-2018, 05:38 PM

There....fixed it for ya!

Ain’t the the g*d da*m truth!!

The amount of a-holes wondering over the solid yellow lines into oncoming traffic is beyond ridiculous nowadays and downright scary. I’m super nervous now while driving. Before my car was wrecked ( which by the way is my first accident ) I had eyes like a hawk watching people and confident. Sadly I now feel like I’m more paranoid and ready to flinch at the slightest signs of bad drivers wondering.

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tbone

06-27-2018, 07:29 AM

Well heck partner. I did not know you moved further south. What fueled the move?

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Well, I got my career back a couple years ago as a Construction Superintendent at a large builder. I've been wanting to move for years, but couldn't. Found a total steal FSBO in Lake in the Hills. Went from a 1 car garage to 3, 1.5 baths to 4, full finished basement, everything completely renovated, new roof, siding, cedar deck, gazebo, on and on...and it backs up to a golf course on the lakes, so no chance of getting pummeled by a slice. Wifey is ecstatic. Marauder rests inside the garage and still plenty of room for her car, my motorcycle and tools/workbench.

Life is good again. MAGA! :banana2:

tbone

06-27-2018, 07:42 AM

I forgot you moved! One of my current jobs is the Aldi in Cary.

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That's a haul for you. :depress:

Never shop there but pass it all the time.

NorthShoreChiMM

06-27-2018, 09:16 AM

Well, I got my career back a couple years ago as a Construction Superintendent at a large builder. I've been wanting to move for years, but couldn't. Found a total steal FSBO in Lake in the Hills. Went from a 1 car garage to 3, 1.5 baths to 4, full finished basement, everything completely renovated, new roof, siding, cedar deck, gazebo, on and on...and it backs up to a golf course on the lakes, so no chance of getting pummeled by a slice. Wifey is ecstatic. Marauder rests inside the garage and still plenty of room for her car, my motorcycle and tools/workbench.

Life is good again. MAGA! :banana2:

Good friend lives in lake in the hills and he swore he saw a clean marauder driving around the other day. He thought it was me. Was that you.
Ps. I know that golf course I used to caddy there. How far off the golf course are you.

tbone

06-27-2018, 12:59 PM

Good friend lives in lake in the hills and he swore he saw a clean marauder driving around the other day. He thought it was me. Was that you.
Ps. I know that golf course I used to caddy there. How far off the golf course are you.

It probably was me. I was driving it over the weekend. Still have some more buffing to do, but it is 90% there.

I live right on the Boulder Ridge course. My street is Heavens Gate in Big Sky off of Miller.

I guess I haven't taken any summer pics...]

Back to Joe.....LAWSUIT!

Mr. Man

06-27-2018, 01:03 PM

Just got back from vacation ourselves and saw this. Glad to hear your going to be OK Joe. Marauder did it's job.

Get yourself a good lawyer and sue that drunk for all their worth and then some. No excuse for driving drunk in 2018.

CBT

08-03-2018, 08:57 AM

NNNNNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! !!!!!!!!

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sam

08-03-2018, 09:10 AM

Glad you are ok sir

CBT

08-03-2018, 05:43 PM

Glad you are ok sir
Thanks, man. Oh you meant Joe.

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Invective

08-03-2018, 06:40 PM

Wondering what happened to the car? Looked great, even after getting smashed. Hoping someone can rebuild it.

8UWITH6

08-04-2018, 12:25 PM

NNNNNNNNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! !!!!!!!!

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Oh my god he's here! 😂😂😂

CBT

08-04-2018, 01:48 PM

Oh my god he's here! 😂😂😂
That is not the CBT you are looking for.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180804/36c566ad7844d4c4275374fc417843 e0.jpg

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Joe Walsh

08-04-2018, 01:56 PM

That is not the CBT you are looking for.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180804/36c566ad7844d4c4275374fc417843 e0.jpg

"Right!....Carry on.

Let's check over at moddedmarauders.net."

CBT

08-07-2018, 06:39 AM

Ace and Gary on the scene, protecting the masses from heterosexual advances. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180807/00c90cf6ccc2fe183ad5a05fb05714 a4.jpg

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1Marauder

08-08-2018, 03:57 PM

Let's us know when you are looking for another Marauder (If you go that route) and we will keep our eyes open for you.

Glad you are mending and that the Marauder did it's job in keeping you safe!

MMBLUE

08-29-2018, 12:01 PM

CBT

08-29-2018, 12:18 PM

Joe, Saw your reply on another thread.

Glad to hear that you are keeping her and rebuilding maybe it will be like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGO57y4td-c

After all, Zack's Blue was pretty bad and it came back to life nicely.
That was painful to see right after it happened in Louisville. JoeJoes DTR, not so much, he's a turd. Oh hi, JoeJoe!

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