I remember very well this accident and the long duration of the repair. I was really close to a similar fate.
Damage to a car body and the effort involved is one thing. Being without Morgan for months is the harsher punishment.
During the winter we planned our next trips for the summer. What would they be without Morgan!
I ride with the Morgan much more cautiously and foresightedly than with my tintop. This also applies to - sometimes unavoidable - trips in the twilight/night on roads with possible game passes.