Learned my lesson
Pro
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 625
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From: TX
St. Jude Donor '16
it sad that we have to worry about the simple things about pride and care in their work in such situations. I get it, accidents can happen, but man if you cant trust a dealer or repair shop to take care of your hard earned baby, that just stinks.
if/when I find myself in this situation, I'm afraid I'll be afraid too
if/when I find myself in this situation, I'm afraid I'll be afraid too
Too Much Fun
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Florence, AL
You mean the majority of his (defaria) post! You would think he is trying to get "Biggest D*ck on the Forum" award or something.....he is actually pretty close to top of the list if not #1!
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Melting Slicks
Joined: May 2012
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From: Cedar Falls Iowa
It seems a shame that we can't have the confidence to leave our cars with someone and pay them for service without worrying about damage. I can afford to pay for oil changes but I do them myself so I know they are done right and there will be no damage. Some service items are beyond my equipment and abilities, on those I have no choice.
5th Gear
Joined: Jul 2016
Posts: 5
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From: Kelowna
Look in the Mirror....slap yourself.
My gawd sir, you sound like nothing more then a whiney, spoiled kid. Life is full of choices, if you don't like where you are at, CHANGE IT. I would LOVE to hear the dealers side of the story on this one. My Ex owned a dealership, and I have heard this all before from the dealership side. Sounds like you could use a hobby to distress there sunshine.
This is still just a production line car correct? Under 200,000k? Yup, that's what I thought. Just found your thread about whining about the wrong colored vents. Three words for you
This is still just a production line car correct? Under 200,000k? Yup, that's what I thought. Just found your thread about whining about the wrong colored vents. Three words for you
Mistakes I did when I took my car in for warranty work
1. Did not do a walk around with service advisor and note that there was absolutely no damage on car or wheels - had damage done that I could not prove they did it, and they did not admit to doing any
2. Did not tape any and all surfaces that the staff could scratch, i.e. Door closing spot, inside door sills, arm rests, etc - my driver door sill got scratch from boots dragging across, again I could not prove that they did it
3. Large towel required to be taped in place on seat - the thin curtesy plastic cover was no match for the mechanics dirty coveralls, luckily the outer leather got dirty, and not the swede inserts
4. Take mileage before and after repairs, was their joy ride valid - if possible, do not let the service department do a "confirmation" ride without you, preferably the owner should drive - this service "manager" went over 10 miles to make sure the car would start (yes I was pissed)
5. Decline any additional service, i.e. Wash, cleaning, - your only lookin for more damage to be done
6. Find a dealer that does oil changes over an open oil pits, drive in style, no hoists required
Less likely to damage low hanging parts, splitter, side rockers
7. If possible, get a male service advisor, young ladies today have very thin skin
I'm sure I've missed a few,
please add to my list if possible
1. Did not do a walk around with service advisor and note that there was absolutely no damage on car or wheels - had damage done that I could not prove they did it, and they did not admit to doing any
2. Did not tape any and all surfaces that the staff could scratch, i.e. Door closing spot, inside door sills, arm rests, etc - my driver door sill got scratch from boots dragging across, again I could not prove that they did it
3. Large towel required to be taped in place on seat - the thin curtesy plastic cover was no match for the mechanics dirty coveralls, luckily the outer leather got dirty, and not the swede inserts
4. Take mileage before and after repairs, was their joy ride valid - if possible, do not let the service department do a "confirmation" ride without you, preferably the owner should drive - this service "manager" went over 10 miles to make sure the car would start (yes I was pissed)
5. Decline any additional service, i.e. Wash, cleaning, - your only lookin for more damage to be done
6. Find a dealer that does oil changes over an open oil pits, drive in style, no hoists required
Less likely to damage low hanging parts, splitter, side rockers
7. If possible, get a male service advisor, young ladies today have very thin skin
I'm sure I've missed a few,
please add to my list if possible
5th Gear
Joined: Jul 2016
Posts: 5
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From: Kelowna
