Colin mcrae - Helicoptor Crash
16 September 2007, 02:59 PM
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Absolutely stunned at this tragic news 
I'm sure that the vast majority of Scoobynet members have been influenced in some way by Colin, and Subaru would not be where it was today were it not for him. Truly a great loss.
My heartfelt condolences to his family, and the families of Ben and Graeme.
I'm sure that the vast majority of Scoobynet members have been influenced in some way by Colin, and Subaru would not be where it was today were it not for him. Truly a great loss.
My heartfelt condolences to his family, and the families of Ben and Graeme.
16 September 2007, 02:59 PM
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Been in a state of shock since lat night, hoping against hope the reports were all mistaken and nobody had died.
Very sad indeed.
The first scooby I was ever in was a Series McRae and hooked from then.
His website has been updated now and has a fitting banner.
Very sad indeed.
The first scooby I was ever in was a Series McRae and hooked from then.
His website has been updated now and has a fitting banner.
16 September 2007, 03:16 PM
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I'm still in shock, just can't beleive he's gone! He is the reason I've been a Subaru nut for over 12 years now, cost me thousands to boot, but I don't care! As he said "You're here for a good time, not a long time!"
Someone I know was at Knockhill a few weeks a go for the BTCC event, Colin was speaking in the SEAT hospitality tent. After his talk, the floor was opened up for questions. Someone asked him what the best road car was he'd driven, his answer....Subaru Impreza! :iagree: (nice one Colin!)
A great guy who will be sadly missed!
Paul
Someone I know was at Knockhill a few weeks a go for the BTCC event, Colin was speaking in the SEAT hospitality tent. After his talk, the floor was opened up for questions. Someone asked him what the best road car was he'd driven, his answer....Subaru Impreza! :iagree: (nice one Colin!)
A great guy who will be sadly missed!
Paul
16 September 2007, 03:33 PM
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From Colins official website
RIP Colin 
Sunday 16th September 2007
HELICOPTER CRASH – JERVISWOOD, LANARK
Regarding yesterday’s helicopter crash at Jerviswood, Lanark, it has now been confirmed that there were four people, two adults and two young children on board.
Although a post mortem has still to take place, the four involved are believed to be:
Mr Colin McRae (39) of Jerviswood House and his son Johnny Gavin McRae, aged 5.
Ben Porcelli (6), of Cleghorn Road, Lanark, who had been over playing with Johnny, and family friend Graeme Duncan (37), of L’Ile Degaillot, Faycelles, France.
Chief Superintendent Tim Love, Divisional Commander, South Lanarkshire Division, said today:
“We believe that the group were just returning from a visit to the nearby village of Quarter around 1605 hours yesterday, when it appears that the helicopter got into difficulty and crashed within the grounds of Mr McRae’s family home.
“Our officers are working closely with the Air Accident Investigation Team who are presently at the scene.
“Family Liaison Officers have been appointed and are with the families to help them through this distressing and difficult time.”
Please note that the families involved are not available for interview and media are asked to respect their privacy at this time.
HELICOPTER CRASH – JERVISWOOD, LANARK
Regarding yesterday’s helicopter crash at Jerviswood, Lanark, it has now been confirmed that there were four people, two adults and two young children on board.
Although a post mortem has still to take place, the four involved are believed to be:
Mr Colin McRae (39) of Jerviswood House and his son Johnny Gavin McRae, aged 5.
Ben Porcelli (6), of Cleghorn Road, Lanark, who had been over playing with Johnny, and family friend Graeme Duncan (37), of L’Ile Degaillot, Faycelles, France.
Chief Superintendent Tim Love, Divisional Commander, South Lanarkshire Division, said today:
“We believe that the group were just returning from a visit to the nearby village of Quarter around 1605 hours yesterday, when it appears that the helicopter got into difficulty and crashed within the grounds of Mr McRae’s family home.
“Our officers are working closely with the Air Accident Investigation Team who are presently at the scene.
“Family Liaison Officers have been appointed and are with the families to help them through this distressing and difficult time.”
Please note that the families involved are not available for interview and media are asked to respect their privacy at this time.
16 September 2007, 03:39 PM
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16 September 2007, 04:25 PM
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its is very sad , spent my teens growing up watching him on tele, scared teh sh*t out of me with the in car camera's sometimes. he was/IS a legend and will never be forgotten.
im truely gutted
rip all those involved!
im truely gutted
rip all those involved!
16 September 2007, 05:05 PM
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16 September 2007, 05:09 PM
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sad sad day was doo to Colin i got interested into motor sport and subaru's
condolences to Colin’s Wife, Daughter and the McRae family at their loss of Colin and his Son Johnny.
RIP
condolences to Colin’s Wife, Daughter and the McRae family at their loss of Colin and his Son Johnny.
RIP
16 September 2007, 05:25 PM
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16 September 2007, 06:21 PM
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Peace be with you.
Posted last night with the hope it wasn't true.
Rest in peace Colin, Johnny, Ben and Graeme.
My thoughts go to the families and friends.
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Just a thought, I've printed this from the McRae website, trimmed it and placed in car.
follow this for the image only http://www.colinmcrae.com/header.jpg
looks subtle and appropriate.
Rest in peace Colin, Johnny, Ben and Graeme.
My thoughts go to the families and friends.
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Just a thought, I've printed this from the McRae website, trimmed it and placed in car.
follow this for the image only http://www.colinmcrae.com/header.jpg
looks subtle and appropriate.
16 September 2007, 07:00 PM
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How is this for a nightmare co-incidence with Dave Richards today:
BBC NEWS | England | Essex | Rally boss in helicopter escape
Someone said everything happens in threes......
BBC NEWS | England | Essex | Rally boss in helicopter escape
Someone said everything happens in threes......
Last edited by Steve V8; 16 September 2007 at 07:09 PM.
16 September 2007, 07:02 PM
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I sat for ages trying to think of what to write on here, but I havent got much to add other than my sympathies go out to the families involved. I'm stunned.
16 September 2007, 07:04 PM
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Its a sad day for motorsport .
My heart felt sympathies go out to all the families involved in this tragic loss of life. I can only begin to imagine how they are feeling.
Colin was a legend in Rallying and a great ambassador to the sport. He, along with Richard, will always be remembered at the wheel of Subaru, and without a doubt influenced my interest in brand, and my continued following of the sport. He will be greatly missed.
R.I.P Colin
.My heart felt sympathies go out to all the families involved in this tragic loss of life. I can only begin to imagine how they are feeling.
Colin was a legend in Rallying and a great ambassador to the sport. He, along with Richard, will always be remembered at the wheel of Subaru, and without a doubt influenced my interest in brand, and my continued following of the sport. He will be greatly missed
.R.I.P Colin
16 September 2007, 07:23 PM
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A few of us, 24 at 10hrs notice turned up, laid a tribute on behalf of the Subaru community this morning at the foot of his Private Rd. Tribute included Blue and Yellow flowers, hand written tribute waterproofed, framed picture of him in L555BAT that i treasured, SWRT T Shirt and a Saltire flag.
Sky Man Remembers Colin McRae |Sky News|UK News
We arrived quietly and we left quietly.
The police would not let us go up the single track road leading to his house as the investigation was still ongoing but i am going past every day, i was his delivery driver for DHL. Once the police cordon is lifted i will move the tribute further up to the Front gates of the estate and after 3 weeks i will return and remove anything left behind as not to annoy anyone connected
Thank you
Sky Man Remembers Colin McRae |Sky News|UK News
We arrived quietly and we left quietly.
The police would not let us go up the single track road leading to his house as the investigation was still ongoing but i am going past every day, i was his delivery driver for DHL. Once the police cordon is lifted i will move the tribute further up to the Front gates of the estate and after 3 weeks i will return and remove anything left behind as not to annoy anyone connected
Thank you
Last edited by Awesomepossum; 16 September 2007 at 07:40 PM. Reason: spelling