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    Hey guys,

    In regards to my reckless driving in the M3. I do apologize for not only making the club look bad, but for possibly endangering the lives of others. As many of you know I recently lost my father, and life has been very tough. I have taken to driving as my one solace to put my mind at ease, because me and him shared a very special bond over cars, especially the shared dream of one day owning an E92 M3. Sometimes I get lost in myself doing this, and as a result I ended up far exceeding speed limits that I should not have, and driving in a manor that is unacceptable anywhere but the race track. This is unacceptable, and my father, being an RCMP member would be ashamed of me. I cannot undo what I did, but I can try to apologize for it. I do promise that whenever I take my M3 out in the future, I will abide by road rules, and I will save that style of driving for the track. The same goes for any vehicles I may own. This was a huge oversight in my mind, I guess I was really still in the "oh wow I've got an M3" mindset, and it took being called out on it to realize. I again sincerely apologize to the club, and to any residents of this neighbourhood.

    I really hope any of us who have become friends can stay as such, even if I am no longer a member of the club.

    Thank you all for reading,

    Kyle

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    Hey this took some balls, and it was the right thing to do. Good on you. We've all exceeded the speed limits before in various situations not one person on here can say they haven't...the difference is you put it on Youtube is all! I've never met you but I think this was a stand up thing to do. Sorry for your loss and thanks for coming on here to let people know how you feel.
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    • #3
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      Thank you Kyle.

      I believe that you have been given a chance now to redeem yourself in the eyes of our members. We will be watching. Please contemplate this whole situation and grow as a person from it. I will not be removing you from the club at this time.

      Thanks again for listening and hearing me out on this. Even though you might have a few tough days ahead, we are here to help.

      Remember, humility while driving and posting on the forums is a virtue.

      Cheers,
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      • #4
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        I would also like to state that this is not at all my normal driving mannerism, I have been driving 2.5 years and only posses one ticket from a photoradar for a minor speeding infraction (in forest lawn where it drops from 60 to 50 I often forget), I have no other infractions. I would really appreciate if members did not look upon me badly for this. I will be putting the M3 away for a wile until I deem myself fit to drive it in a responsible manner.

        Thanks again,

        Kyle

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        • #5
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          Originally posted by ToXicXxX View Post
          Hey guys,

          In regards to my reckless driving in the M3. I do apologize for not only making the club look bad, but for possibly endangering the lives of others. As many of you know I recently lost my father, and life has been very tough. I have taken to driving as my one solace to put my mind at ease, because me and him shared a very special bond over cars, especially the shared dream of one day owning an E92 M3. Sometimes I get lost in myself doing this, and as a result I ended up far exceeding speed limits that I should not have, and driving in a manor that is unacceptable anywhere but the race track. This is unacceptable, and my father, being an RCMP member would be ashamed of me. I cannot undo what I did, but I can try to apologize for it. I do promise that whenever I take my M3 out in the future, I will abide by road rules, and I will save that style of driving for the track. The same goes for any vehicles I may own. This was a huge oversight in my mind, I guess I was really still in the "oh wow I've got an M3" mindset, and it took being called out on it to realize. I again sincerely apologize to the club, and to any residents of this neighbourhood.

          I really hope any of us who have become friends can stay as such, even if I am no longer a member of the club.

          Thank you all for reading,

          Kyle
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          • #6
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            I'd recommend pulling that video from youtube. You wouldn't be the first to get a ticket from posting a youtube video.

            http://www.ungerandkowitt.com/traffi...eeding-Tickets

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            • #7
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              Originally posted by witchcraftz View Post
              I'd recommend pulling that video from youtube. You wouldn't be the first to get a ticket from posting a youtube video.

              http://www.ungerandkowitt.com/traffi...eeding-Tickets
              I have done so. I will only be uploading future footage of regular driving or of the M3 on the Laguna Seca track (I have a trip planned for later this summer).

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              • #8
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                Good on you brother. It may be cheesy, but "with great power, comes great responsibility". The car you have is no joke and it's refreshing to know that someone who possesses a car of that calibre to step up and apologize.

                Hopefully, I can spot YOUR car around town.

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                • #9
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                  Originally posted by petoria View Post
                  Good on you brother. It may be cheesy, but "with great power, comes great responsibility". The car you have is no joke and it's refreshing to know that someone who possesses a car of that calibre to step up and apologize.

                  Hopefully, I can spot YOUR car around town.
                  I can sadly say that the salesman at BMW said the exact same line to me when I left the lot. I feel stupid for not listening.

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                  • #10
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                    I cant say I watched the video (nor did I want to after I heard what it was about), but it takes a certain type of character to admit their faults and apologize. Good on you for that, and hopefully you learn your lesson from it. We all do stupid things in life, some of us learn, some of us dont. At least you have THE OPPORTUNITY to learn from your mistake. With that kind of power, and at those speeds on tight roads, a slight misjudgement can turn into catastrophe. Those cars are no joke, and i'm glad for both you and the car that neither of you ended up around a pole or tree! Safe driving in the future!
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                    • #11
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                      Originally posted by P Arkus View Post
                      I cant say I watched the video (nor did I want to after I heard what it was about), but it takes a certain type of character to admit their faults and apologize. Good on you for that, and hopefully you learn your lesson from it. We all do stupid things in life, some of us learn, some of us dont. At least you have THE OPPORTUNITY to learn from your mistake. With that kind of power, and at those speeds on tight roads, a slight misjudgement can turn into catastrophe. Those cars are no joke, and i'm glad for both you and the car that neither of you ended up around a pole or tree! Safe driving in the future!
                      Couldn't agree more. Seen a few videos on Youtube that do end in ruin :(

                      Glad nothing bad happened and even happier with your apology as that takes a lot to admit fault.
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                      • #12
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                        Good on you for admitting you were in the wrong, takes a lot to do that. I'm just glad no one was hurt...and yes, keep that kind of speed for the track
                        Kyle
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                        • #13
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                          Just remember how we all regard that douche kid who owns the black m6. Don't be the douche guy who owns the m3.
                          Good for you for owning up to it though Kyle.
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                          • #14
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                            Actually though, I never watched the video so I have no comment. This just seemed fitting.
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                            • #15
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                              Props to you for the apology!
                              I lost my dad 12 years ago...and did ALOT of stupid things afterwards too...but it was my FRIENDS that called me on my BS and stuck by me.
                              Drop me a pm if you ever want to chat...a guy losing his father is one of the shitiest things we all have to go thruogh.
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