233 replies to this topic

[Muncher]

RIP Chris. I'm not saying it would have helped here at all but it's never a bad idea to have full harnesses and a decent fire extinguisher, if I'm ever in a big accident I'll be glad of them.

[Rosso Rebel]

To echo the other comments on here, deepest sympathy's to Chris' family and friends and lots of positive thoughts to his brothers girlfriend and her speedy and full recovery Such a sad loss, let's be careful out there guys and girl, Clair & Tony

[nat]

I have just read the thread, i don't quite know what to say....lost for words to be honest! RIP Chris and all my hopes that the young lady gets better. xx

[luna_s]

i've been watching this thread since the news broke, never knowing quite what to say, my feelings convey what has already been said in this thread. RIP

[CocoPops]

New BBC news article...
http://news.bbc.co.u...ire/7543632.stm

No more details though.

[CocoPops]

Just been mentioned on Thames Valley Tonight, with no mention of police, just that his vehicle hit 2 other cars...

[RobbyRed]

terrible news, my thoughts go out to all his family and friends at this sad time. Praying for the girl to make a full recovery. R.I.P Chris.

[Supernova575]

having been away from this forum for a while, this is a sad thread to come back to. It really makes you think about all of those what ifs we have all had. Although i.ve never met chris, if he was anything like the other forum members i have met then he would be a real top character. My condolences to all others involved, as echoed by the majority of other posts here. I think it shows a real sign of respect that such a high proportion of forum members are posting their condolences here. I will keep checking this to see progress of the passenger and to see as and when details are added. Rip chris

[NAP1]

I cant really add anything thats not been said already. I didn't know Chris but feel genuinely sad for a horrible waste of a live and of a fellow petrolhead. RIP. The press talk sh1t. They want a story when one does not nessecarily exist, so you have to take what is said with a huge pinch of salt. NAP1

[MajorGav]

First trawl of the VX forum in a couple of years...such terrible news to come back to. My thoughts are with the families and friends of those involved.

[scottyr]

rip chris x

[covert ops]

Incredibly sad news. Hope his passenger recovers. RIP Chris and condolences to the family. Andy.

[Emz]

I haven't posted on here in a while and it deeply saddens me that I be writing in such awful circumstances. I never knew or met Chris, but yet like so many others on here have been touched by this terrible tragedy. Everyone on this forum shares the same common interest....the love and passion of driving our little plastic cars. This site is more than just a forum......for so many it becomes an extended family of people willing to share their time, advice, experiences etc. Chris VX220 was part of that family and for that he will always be remembered. My sincerest condolences go out to his family, friends and all that knew him and I really hope the female passenger pulls through. xx Em

[A13X]

Its difficult to know what to put and being 23 too really makes me think about these things and how much i should value my life. Reading this thread just shows what a great bunch of people and forum we have. RIP Chris and hope the passenger makes a good recovery

[jaylin]

Very very sorry to here of this sad news. Best wishes to all familys involved. Wishing Chris's brothers girl friend a full recovery. Big Thanks to YoB for all your efforts Chris rest in peace.

[RMC]

Another link, no more information, may just help people remember him. The picture and personal information makes me feel real sick to be honest. So young.

This has really affected me as I knew him and I will think twice on future runs.

the link

[wickywire]

Very sad to read about this tragic loss of life. I guess everyone needs to be careful in their cars. I don't care who you are we have all done things in our cars we shouldnt have, and seen things happen you wonder how they never had an accident or worse. I know i have and after reading this thread am happy things turned out right for me. It seriously makes you think twice.

[Jimmo]

I've made the time to read all of the above posts and can only echo most of what has been said. Very sad news My condolences to all involved. RIP

[Yellow_or_black?]

To add to what I've said previously: as others have mentioned, this has really made me think and I have driven a lot more carefully in the last few days. I know this is of little salvation to Chris' family and friends at this time, but he continues to do good: every time I drive Vince, Chris will be in my heart speaking the voice of reason. x

Edited by Yellow_or_black?, 05 August 2008 - 10:52 PM.

[dw1]

to the families and friends of Chris.