D?j? vecu! I had the same monstrosity when my car went in for repair - Ugh, does not even come close to describing the feeling! I treated it like dirt; revving that tiny engine to death. I didn?t have Salmon Pink [my sincere sympathises btw]; I had a vile purple coloured one. I'll tell you what though; I've never been treated so nicely on the road though - people giving me way, letting me out.... So there are a few commiserations... I?ll tell you what; you are going to appreciate your R in a whole different way once you get it back. Best of luck!
Edit: What bodyshop are repairing your car btw?