skallywag wrote: » Spot on, that's the one! There was a nice restaurant in that complex as well, it was owned by the lad who went on to run Westimers/Elroys I believe, Eric Tracey I think was his name? I remember my mam would bring me in there for a coke and a cake while she had a coffee after the shopping. Trying to recall what else was in there now, there was a newsagent too I vaguely remember, and a dry cleaning place (McKenzies?).
sondagefaux wrote: » The newsagents was O'Leary's. They also sold some toys, I used to get Dinky cars, some Lego and Airfix model kits from there.
Cork Trucker wrote: » The Zafira has been covered over for forensic examination when it is eventually retrieved. Would there be much of the heater matrix left even if the car is burned to a bare shell? this is probably what they want to look for as it was this element that was causing the fires. I know there was a suggestion of everyone claiming off the Zafira's insurance and let them battle it out with Opel to see who takes the brunt of it all. Is that unlikely to happen? i know of a similar position to this a number of years ago, car caught fire, other cars were damaged as a result, the 'offending' vehicle's insurance company refused liability and the other car owners had to sort it out themselves.
Cork Trucker wrote: » Interesting. Were the keys handed over?
Cork Trucker wrote: » Word on Red FM is that the financial implications of the fire are €25m and more job losses.
bladespin wrote: » I'd well believe that, damage to property, loss of earnings etc etc, it will be spectacular.
Cork Trucker wrote: » Will this be the single biggest motor insurance claim to happen in Ireland on a private motor policy? Don't they only go as far as €30m? Be interesting to see how long Opel remain involved for.
bladespin wrote: » I'd imagine so, can't remember anything like this before, at least nothing that could be directly connected to one single policy holder. Opel are 'assisting' investigators, that's all they'll be allowed do really.
rob316 wrote: » Imagine what it'll do to premiums next year :eek:
Cork Trucker wrote: » I don't either, definitely worth keeping an eye on it all. I'd love to see the Zafira driver's renewal quote if they are landed with the full bill.
bladespin wrote: » That bit when they ask you if you've had any claims in the last 5 years :eek:
Cork Trucker wrote: » Yeah I don't even know how one could possibly word that,even if you managed it, once they hear the value of the claim and the phone line goes dead :pac:
the beer revolu wrote: » Is the story that the woman drove into the carpark with a smoking car verified or is it still hearsay?
bladespin wrote: » Probably something along the lines of: 'D'ya remember that shopping centre that was in Douglas?'
Cork Trucker wrote: » Customer Service Representative: Yes madam indeed i do. Lady looking for quote: Yes that was me, i drove my car which was billowing smoke, into an enclosed multi-storey car park and parked it next to 60 cars and allowed it to become engulfed in flames before i decided to look for help.
Justin Credible Darts wrote: » no idea, but if true she should face criminal charges
TheChizler wrote: » In your mind, maybe :rolleyes:
Cork Trucker wrote: » I wouldn't be alone on that to be fair. Until a thorough investigation is concluded we can merely speculate dear Sir
Odelay wrote: » I think it’s very unfair to be speculating without facts. When rumors spread it’s the most interesting versions that become popular, not those based on fact.
Cork Trucker wrote: » I genuinely think we will never see the likes of this again in Ireland.
TheChizler wrote: » We're going off absolutely nothing but rumours and you're feeding the mill by exaggerating them. There's no need for it.
Justin Credible Darts wrote: » never underestimate the sheer stupidity of some people.
bot43 wrote: » Peak boards.ie. Close the thread. Ban everyone who isn’t have a solemn staid conversation based solely on fact. Honestly I wonder how some people get through the day.
