Testament to Strength

**BlackXC70** · 08-22-2012, 06:22 PM

Well, I guess it had to happen, but this was way too soon. Late yesterday afternoon, whilst travelling to Perth, I had an encounter with a rather large (5ft+) kangaroo at basically highway speed. The front right corner is kinda destroyed, and there's some radiator damage, but my mighty XC kept me going to get in range of help. Heavy impact that would've stranded many vehicles alongside the highway, but even the tilt-tray guy who came to get her remarked on how strong she is. Thanks to my XC for keeping us safe. Love my XC & look forward to seeing her in all her glory again soon. I didn't have the heart to take a photo .

**Ocean Racer** · 08-22-2012, 07:44 PM

Damn, not good to hear!
Was that along the Albany Hwy?

**Astro14** · 08-22-2012, 07:51 PM

I am just glad to hear that you're OK.

Cars are easy to fix or replace...not so for people...

**BlackXC70** · 08-23-2012, 04:15 AM

Originally Posted by Ocean Racer

Damn, not good to hear!
Was that along the Albany Hwy?

Yes OR - about 20km north of Nth Bannister...where there are often wallabys, but NEVER big roos...until yesterday, that is.

**BlackXC70** · 08-23-2012, 04:18 AM

Originally Posted by Astro14

I am just glad to hear that you're OK.

Cars are easy to fix or replace...not so for people...

Thanks, Astro. Yes, all OK...no people injuries (could easily have been in a lesser vehicle)

**Ocean Racer** · 08-23-2012, 04:53 AM

Originally Posted by BlackXC70

Yes OR - about 20km north of Nth Bannister...where there are often wallabys, but NEVER big roos...until yesterday, that is.

I know that area relatively well - have driven it many times.

Quite ironic as the bigger roos are further south. Biggest Ive seen in the area was in Margaret River. Massive 6'+ boomer with blood scratches over his chest.

btw, I plan to go down your way in a few weeks for a weekend.

Out of interest, what time of day was it?

**BlackXC70** · 08-23-2012, 07:14 AM

Originally Posted by Ocean Racer

I know that area relatively well - have driven it many times.

Quite ironic as the bigger roos are further south. Biggest Ive seen in the area was in Margaret River. Massive 6'+ boomer with blood scratches over his chest.

btw, I plan to go down your way in a few weeks for a weekend.

Out of interest, what time of day was it?

It was around 5:15...I'd expect it at dusk perhaps, but it was still quite light. Just unlucky, I guess. Happy to catch up if you're coming down...hopefully have my XC back by then.

**sjonnie** · 08-23-2012, 10:25 AM

This is a ford explorer after hitting a bear at around 65mph. While the insurer did pay for the repair the final cost was so exorbitant the car should have been totaled. Initially it just looks like the front bumper, headlights, radiator and ac system will need to be fixed but upon further investigation it turned out the frame of the SUV was bent from the impact. Obviously the XC70 doesn't have a full frame the way a Ford SUV does, but definitely make sure your alignment, especially the caster angles, haven't been adversely affected.