Tomorrow morning, I am going for and endoscopy for my upper gastrointestinal tract. I just had to sign a permission slip for anesthesia and the procedure. I guess they think this is caused by something in my stomach.
Guess they think this is caused by something in my stomach or intestines. Will know more about it tomorrow.
Okay! I should have knocked on wood! The Hungarians may have made me a lemon.
Got a bad news phone call that the rear-diff was leaking, that the Haldex seal fix wasn't the only issue and that the 2 different fluids should NEVER mix. Regional Audi rep trying to decide on another seal-type fix or whole new rear differential (which could take a while to get here from Germany).
Time-Frames are critical right now. I need this car back in full working condition soon!
I won't make another comedy comment. This is getting serious.
Got a bad news phone call that the rear-diff was leaking, that the Haldex seal fix wasn't the only issue and that the 2 different fluids should NEVER mix. Regional Audi rep trying to decide on another seal-type fix or whole new rear differential (which could take a while to get here from Germany).
Two different fluids? Would you explain that more, or did I miss an earlier post?
This evening I took delivery of a CPO Infiniti Q40 AWD Obsidian Black with a Black Interior 7,468 miles on the odometer
Thank-you all for your help and support! I simply love the car! It is very handsomely styled. The chrome accents compliment the black exterior nicely. I keep looking back at it in the driveway.
Delivery was quick and easy. Sign a few DMV forms with the salesman, went to take a look at the car outside. The car is fantastic. Inside and out. We go back in. Chat in his office for a few minutes and then it is off to meet "the business manager." I politely declined the paint sealant, tire & wheel insurance, prepaid maintenance, & extended warranty. Afterwards, the finance guy said I'm going to love the car. He leased 4 of them himself and loved them.
Infiniti's CPO warranty doesn't seem to be as comprehensive as some other luxury car makes. Since my car has less than 15,000 miles, the CPO warranty gives me 6 years or 75K miles of coverage from the original in service date. The remainder of the factory 4 year 60K warranty is in effect until October 2018. Then I get an additional 2 years of power train coverage or until I hit 75K miles. Hopefully I won't have to use any of it.
Now the good part. The car drives phenomenally. Hydraulic power steering is perfectly weighted. Handling is crisp and balanced. The ride is taut, well controlled, smooth, and solid. I love the cockpit like interior. The power is incredible. This is the 1st car I've ever owned with over 300 hp. It is wonderful to have so much power under the hood.
Some random numbers:
3/27 - the day I took delivery of my Infiniti 4/27 - the day I took delivery of my Prelude back in 2002 427 - the big block under the hood of my Dad's corvette. 327 - the size of the small block offered in most C2 Corvettes like my Dad's 328 - The horsepower my Infiniti's 3.7L V6 pumps out 328 - the model BMW I leased before I bought my Subaru 30 - the months I owned my 2010 Acura TSX, leased my 2011 BMW 328xi, & owned my 2015 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium. 7,468 - the amount of miles put on my Infiniti before I took delivery. 47,656 - the amount of miles I put on my Legacy in the past 2 1/2 years
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Got a bad news phone call that the rear-diff was leaking, that the Haldex seal fix wasn't the only issue and that the 2 different fluids should NEVER mix. Regional Audi rep trying to decide on another seal-type fix or whole new rear differential (which could take a while to get here from Germany).
Two different fluids? Would you explain that more, or did I miss an earlier post?
must be different fluids in the different differential/AWD components.
Kind of like when your head gasket fails, and oil and coolant mix. And all that keeps them apart usually is that gasket. As any Subaru owner should be well aware of!
Andre: It will be interesting to see how well Audi USA helps you out with your problem.
Audi Canada tries to avoid any responsibility for honoring their warranty.
It is nice to have a car that is unique, but, when it comes to parts and service it can be a problem, that is one reason I wouldn't be too keen on that Chevy SS. I can see it now, "We'll get that transmission part for you soon sir, just as soon as the ship comes in from Australia".
NYC, I wasn't a fan of CPO or used cars before buying the C250. I have had my share of used cars and spent many hours calling AAA or trying to figure out how to get them to a garage. And then there is the famous, "we have to keep it for a few days while we try to figure out what is wrong with it"....and the frazzled nerves of waiting for what the bill will be...usually double what was expected.
However, I am sold on the idea in a lot of cases. The C250 had 12k miles on it, when we leave Florida it will have about 18k miles on it....really a one and a half year old car. Looks and drives like new. You get lots of choice because you can choose from a lot of models that will suit you. If you don't do a lot of miles it is a great way to save 25, or even 35%, and it feels brand new.
Got a bad news phone call that the rear-diff was leaking, that the Haldex seal fix wasn't the only issue and that the 2 different fluids should NEVER mix. Regional Audi rep trying to decide on another seal-type fix or whole new rear differential (which could take a while to get here from Germany).
Two different fluids? Would you explain that more, or did I miss an earlier post?
The Haldex oil is different from the diff gear oil. I remember seeing Edd on Wheeler Dealers change Haldex fluid on an Audi TT and it was special stuff that came in a tube that looked like a tube of caulking, but which obviously contained the unique oil instead.
Our two most recent vehicles came with Michelins and lasted very well. I replaced them on the Odyssey at 56K and they still had a good bit of tread, but it was October and a 3K trip to Maine was coming up plus a normal winter approaching.
I bought the 07 Mercury GM from the estate of 92 year old guy a year ago and the original Michelins had 73K when I replaced them. They had tread but you could not pull away from stop without spinning easily. Put on new Coopers and it is hard to make them spin even when wet.
I had 55k on the Michelin Symmetrys on my 04 MGM and they would have easily gone another 15k.
Overall I've had the best luck with Michelin tires. I've always had balancing problems with Goodyear, Bridgestones on two Toyotas didn't make 30k and the Dunlops on my 09 Genesis were downright scary in winter.
Tomorrow morning, I am going for and endoscopy for my upper gastrointestinal tract. I just had to sign a permission slip for anesthesia and the procedure. I guess they think this is caused by something in my stomach.
Guess they think this is caused by something in my stomach or intestines. Will know more about it tomorrow.
Thanks for all your support everyone.
Hey Mike, we've gotten you through this far so we ain't giving up on this stomach thing.
That Woodfords is long gone by now so that shouldn't be the problem but if you got upset with premature tire wear and bit one of them, that stuff ain't so easily digested.
Good luck.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
My favorite tires overall now are Continentals. Though if I have to replace the sneakers on the RDX soon, it would be with Cooper CS5 ultra tourings (I think that is the right nomenclature).
My favorite tires overall now are Continentals. Though if I have to replace the sneakers on the RDX soon, it would be with Cooper CS5 ultra tourings (I think that is the right nomenclature).
I have the Conti Extreme DWS' on my GTI and they are truly phenomenal.
2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
My favorite tires overall now are Continentals. Though if I have to replace the sneakers on the RDX soon, it would be with Cooper CS5 ultra tourings (I think that is the right nomenclature).
I put Coopers on both of our Saturn VUE's - I liked them a lot.
@ab348, here's hoping that whatever is decided you will come through it fine and be back to normal, quickly.
jmonroe
Thanks JM. The frustration is that the surgeon who worked on me in 2009 said that given the hard time I had after that, my valve be replaced using a TAVR procedure where they snake the new valve up through an artery via the groin instead of opening you up. So today I met with the surgeon who does that and she's not so sure about doing that given my history. So it looks like we start the whole process again from the top with new tests, etc. What fun.
The only funny part of the day was when the surgeon, an attractive lady of maybe 35 or so, called me "a young man". Wish other 35 year old women I meet would call me that.
Calling you "young man" is good. How would you like it when they call you Dad? Like when one youngin said to me, "hey Dad, put your feet up here". The only thing worse would have been, "hey grandpa..." :@
jmonroe
I wonder if they call me "Sir". Is that a show of respect or because they think I am a lot older?
Maybe they think you're a general.
The day a young woman held a door open for me was the day I knew I was old.
I still remember the first senior discount I ever got. Drive thru window at a Hardy's. I told the young lady she had given me back too much change. I was dumbfounded when she smiled and said, no sir, just your senior discount. I was in my fifties and still thought I was viewed as a threat to the honor of every woman I met. Harsh reality.
A motor mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of a V8 when he spotted a well-known cardiologist in his work shop. The doctor was there waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his car when the mechanic shouted across the garage, "Hey doc, do you want to take a look at this?"
The cardiologist, a bit surprised, walked over to where the mechanic was working. The mechanic straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag and asked, "So doc, look at this engine. I opened its heart, took the valves out, repaired and replaced anything damaged and then put everything back in, and when I finished, it worked just like new. So how is it that I make $48,000 a year and you make $1.7 million when you and I are doing basically the same work?"
The cardiologist paused, leaned over and whispered to the mechanic: "Try doing it with the engine running!"
I have really become lazy when it comes to waxing our cars. The 2003 CRV we gave our son last year has usually been garaged and I think I maybe waxed it three times since it was new. Modern cars have clearcoat finishes that have just about done away with the need for constant waxing. After a wash, the 14 year old CRV sparkles like it did when new.
Does anyone remember Blue Coral? Now, THAT was an ALL DAY assignment but the results always looked great! A local Detail Shop used to charge 40.00 and they would throw about four " Jesus" type guys on it and it took the better part of the day!
Yes I remember Blue Coral.
I used it one time and never again. It wasn't worth all the work as far as I was concerned. They marketed that product very well. It seems like every one I worked with used it and all of us felt the same way.
jmonroe
Yes, Blue Coral wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Then there was Classic car wax in the black cans.
Trivia question....what was the name of the song from the 60's that mentioned Blue Coral?
My favorite tires overall now are Continentals. Though if I have to replace the sneakers on the RDX soon, it would be with Cooper CS5 ultra tourings (I think that is the right nomenclature).
I have the Conti Extreme DWS' on my GTI and they are truly phenomenal.
I had the Conti Extreme Contact DW on the A3 and they were indeed a great tire. You would think with the dropping of the S they'd be truly "max performance" tires, but they were great at everything with one fatal flaw. Don't track them.
They do not react well to being tracked. Only tire I've ever had that chunked out (both front tires on the outer edge tread block). That being said they drove OK even chunked out, and never failed or blew out.
The problem with Continentals is they have very good tires (with good reviews) and they truly have some turds (with correspondingly poor reviews).
This isn't uncommon among tire brands, but I think Michelin is in a class of their own where pretty much all they make is highly reviewed.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
I have really become lazy when it comes to waxing our cars. The 2003 CRV we gave our son last year has usually been garaged and I think I maybe waxed it three times since it was new. Modern cars have clearcoat finishes that have just about done away with the need for constant waxing. After a wash, the 14 year old CRV sparkles like it did when new.
Does anyone remember Blue Coral? Now, THAT was an ALL DAY assignment but the results always looked great! A local Detail Shop used to charge 40.00 and they would throw about four " Jesus" type guys on it and it took the better part of the day!
Yes I remember Blue Coral.
I used it one time and never again. It wasn't worth all the work as far as I was concerned. They marketed that product very well. It seems like every one I worked with used it and all of us felt the same way.
jmonroe
Yes, Blue Coral wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Then there was Classic car wax in the black cans.
Trivia question....what was the name of the song from the 60's that mentioned Blue Coral?
Should be easy.....
Drag City- Jan and Dean
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
I have really become lazy when it comes to waxing our cars. The 2003 CRV we gave our son last year has usually been garaged and I think I maybe waxed it three times since it was new. Modern cars have clearcoat finishes that have just about done away with the need for constant waxing. After a wash, the 14 year old CRV sparkles like it did when new.
Does anyone remember Blue Coral? Now, THAT was an ALL DAY assignment but the results always looked great! A local Detail Shop used to charge 40.00 and they would throw about four " Jesus" type guys on it and it took the better part of the day!
Yes I remember Blue Coral.
I used it one time and never again. It wasn't worth all the work as far as I was concerned. They marketed that product very well. It seems like every one I worked with used it and all of us felt the same way.
jmonroe
Yes, Blue Coral wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Then there was Classic car wax in the black cans.
Trivia question....what was the name of the song from the 60's that mentioned Blue Coral?
Should be easy.....
Drag City- Jan and Dean
Wow, that didn't take long! Congrats, you nailed it!
Got a bad news phone call that the rear-diff was leaking, that the Haldex seal fix wasn't the only issue and that the 2 different fluids should NEVER mix. Regional Audi rep trying to decide on another seal-type fix or whole new rear differential (which could take a while to get here from Germany).
Two different fluids? Would you explain that more, or did I miss an earlier post?
The Haldex oil is different from the diff gear oil. I remember seeing Edd on Wheeler Dealers change Haldex fluid on an Audi TT and it was special stuff that came in a tube that looked like a tube of caulking, but which obviously contained the unique oil instead.
That's exactly it; two different leaks where two different fluids/oils are used between the Haldex Clutch and the Rear Differential. Signs of cross-contamination has them concerned enough that when I suggested I take the car back so that I could drive it for two important weekend events I have planned, they pretty much made it clear that course of action would be against the car's medical advice.
Now if they order a new rear-diff.... who cares how much additional damage I do to the rear diff? Of course, they just fixed the Haldex and they might not like having to replace that too.
At this point I don't want to stir the pot or give any reason to have any warranty claims denied.
I think @driver100 is a bit unfair towards Audi of Canada on warranty coverage. His battle was over a wear part, the clutch on a manual transmission car. I remember going over the details and feeling he was in the right, and that Audi should have saw it his way, but it's an understandably disputable case where I wouldn't blankly state they don't honor warranties up in Canada.
Far different, in my opinion, than what Cadillac did to @graphicguy
Wear parts are one category (wiper blades, manual transmission clutches, batteries, tires, brake pads, rotors).
Wiring harnesses, exhausts, rear diffs, engines, Air Conditioners, and transmissions are another category.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
I have really become lazy when it comes to waxing our cars. The 2003 CRV we gave our son last year has usually been garaged and I think I maybe waxed it three times since it was new. Modern cars have clearcoat finishes that have just about done away with the need for constant waxing. After a wash, the 14 year old CRV sparkles like it did when new.
Does anyone remember Blue Coral? Now, THAT was an ALL DAY assignment but the results always looked great! A local Detail Shop used to charge 40.00 and they would throw about four " Jesus" type guys on it and it took the better part of the day!
Yes I remember Blue Coral.
I used it one time and never again. It wasn't worth all the work as far as I was concerned. They marketed that product very well. It seems like every one I worked with used it and all of us felt the same way.
jmonroe
Yes, Blue Coral wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Then there was Classic car wax in the black cans.
Trivia question....what was the name of the song from the 60's that mentioned Blue Coral?
Should be easy.....
Drag City- Jan and Dean
Wow, that didn't take long! Congrats, you nailed it!
I thought it was that Bobby Vinton song....She wore Blue Coral,
She wore blue coral Bluer than coral was the night Softer than satin was the light
Since it's been about a month since I quit shopping for another vehicle, and informing all who contacted me I had already made a decision, Audi keeps contacting me. I had test driven the S3, not an A4, but that's only because all they had at the time were black and grey exteriors with drab black interiors.
In fairness, I told them if they ever received a Nougat Brown interior A4 in stock, to drop me a line.
Andre: I think @driver100 is a bit unfair towards Audi of Canada on warranty coverage. His battle was over a wear part, the clutch on a manual transmission car
Technically you are correct, the clutch was out of warranty but who reads the fine print....clutch is warrantied for 2 years or 24k miles? We were over on years but not miles, and the auto expert I talked to said it was impossible to wear out a clutch in that amount of time.
But, at least they did talk to me once I got passed the Customer Service Rep and they did compromise to some degree.
In GGs case there was no effort to come to any sort of agreement, so his situation was much worse.....it was like fighting a stone wall.
Since it's been about a month since I quit shopping for another vehicle, and informing all who contacted me I had already made a decision, Audi keeps contacting me. I had test driven the S3, not an A4, but that's only because all they had at the time were black and grey exteriors with drab black interiors.
In fairness, I told them if they ever received a Nougat Brown interior A4 in stock, to drop me a line.
Looks nice....interior is nicely done, except for that big GPS screen that sticks up like a sore thumb.
I think you did well though, you got a great driving car which I think will hold up better overall than the Audi.
If I liked the Audi A6 more than the E400 I would buy it and risk it for the warranty period at least. They are great driving cars, I am just not sure of the reliability and the customer/car company relationship.
Nice looking A4. Might be a bit lite on tech though, even at that price, without the tech package. But very nice color combo
I like the new green they offer on the A4. Green exterior with brown interior would work. Although I still think I'd prefer beige or some other lighter interior color rather than just brown leather and the rest being black.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
Andre: I think @driver100 is a bit unfair towards Audi of Canada on warranty coverage. His battle was over a wear part, the clutch on a manual transmission car
Technically you are correct, the clutch was out of warranty but who reads the fine print....clutch is warrantied for 2 years or 24k miles? We were over on years but not miles, and the auto expert I talked to said it was impossible to wear out a clutch in that amount of time.
But, at least they did talk to me once I got passed the Customer Service Rep and they did compromise to some degree.
In GGs case there was no effort to come to any sort of agreement, so his situation was much worse.....it was like fighting a stone wall.
Not only that, but the stonewall of Cadillac had no legs to stand on. As you point out, Audi had a few thin legs to stand on.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
GG, awesome decision!! Think we all kind of knew you had a solid case and Cadillac was acting super unreasonable. Their actions at your arbitration last week just showed how arrogant they were, never taking any responsibility on anything. They lost the case for themselves with their lousy attitude towards you, the customer. Am very glad the arbitrator saw through their bullcrap and saw that you were an honest guy being taken advantage of by a big company. Hopefully you'll get a very nice check and be done with it all. You ended up with a nicer vehicle and money in the bank. Who could ask for anything more!!!
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
I would like to reiterate I was happy with the result of my VW diesel buyback, which took no arbitration or legal proceedings on my part since I was able to join the class-action lawsuit by the EPA, CARB, and VW owners.
One of the best parts was the $1,000 of Goodwill that came voluntarily from VW to their customers as a way of showing remorse, if you will. This $1,000 was completely above and beyond, as it wasn't a requirement of the settlement.
$500 of this $1,000 was used towards my new Audi by the way. Worked the same as part of my cash down payment; most of which was the S4's trade-in sales price.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
A motor mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of a V8 when he spotted a well-known cardiologist in his work shop. The doctor was there waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his car when the mechanic shouted across the garage, "Hey doc, do you want to take a look at this?"
The cardiologist, a bit surprised, walked over to where the mechanic was working. The mechanic straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag and asked, "So doc, look at this engine. I opened its heart, took the valves out, repaired and replaced anything damaged and then put everything back in, and when I finished, it worked just like new. So how is it that I make $48,000 a year and you make $1.7 million when you and I are doing basically the same work?"
The cardiologist paused, leaned over and whispered to the mechanic: "Try doing it with the engine running!"
Good story and for a minute there I thought you were going to tell the old story about a plumber who did some work at a doctor's home. Like this story, which you may have heard:
A plumber spends about an hour fixing a few leaks and replacing a few washers in some faucets and when he is finished he hands the bill to the doctor. The doctor gasps and says, WOW, I'm a doctor and I don't charge that much for less than a hours work. The plumber smiles and says, "neither did I when I was a doctor".
This story was told to me by a plumber many years ago. He was not cheap but he was good.
Sorta explains how our poster buddy @nyccarguy can buy cars so often.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
GG, awesome decision!! Think we all kind of knew you had a solid case and Cadillac was acting super unreasonable. Their actions at your arbitration last week just showed how arrogant they were, never taking any responsibility on anything. They lost the case for themselves with their lousy attitude towards you, the customer. Am very glad the arbitrator saw through their bullcrap and saw that you were an honest guy being taken advantage of by a big company. Hopefully you'll get a very nice check and be done with it all. You ended up with a nicer vehicle and money in the bank. Who could ask for anything more!!!
The Sandman
Thanks, Sandy. One thing's for certain, in addition to having an iron clad case case, you better be able to document EVERYTHING in an orderly, concise, easy to follow manner. You have to consistently communicate effectively to the dealer personnel, Cadillac Customer Service, the BBB and the arbitrator. You must clearly and convincingly present it, and be committed to following through to the end, through the arbitration hearing. It's not quick or easy. I started th
I think it was JM who mentioned it's not quite over. I haven't seen a check, yet. They have 30 days from the decision to comply IF all the paperwork is done correctly (and there was plenty). I've done my part. But, if there's one small item not exactly the way it was supposed to be filled out, they consider that a reason to skuttle the repurchase/refund agreement.
Sent that all to them on the 27th. So, this time next month, it should all be in the past....I HOPE!
In the meantime, even though I'm carrying insurance on the CTS, I'm afraid to drive it. If anyone hits it, puts a big dent in one of the doors, someone decides to drag a car key down the side of it, etc.....then the agreement changes. I have to return it to them in the same condition as they arbitrator noted....that is, it's free from all of those imperfections.
But, as this winds along, and if everything goes as planned, I should be getting a check that makes me whole.
GG, awesome decision!! Think we all kind of knew you had a solid case and Cadillac was acting super unreasonable. Their actions at your arbitration last week just showed how arrogant they were, never taking any responsibility on anything. They lost the case for themselves with their lousy attitude towards you, the customer. Am very glad the arbitrator saw through their bullcrap and saw that you were an honest guy being taken advantage of by a big company. Hopefully you'll get a very nice check and be done with it all. You ended up with a nicer vehicle and money in the bank. Who could ask for anything more!!!
The Sandman
Thanks, Sandy. One thing's for certain, in addition to having an iron clad case case, you better be able to document EVERYTHING in an orderly, concise, easy to follow manner. You have to consistently communicate effectively to the dealer personnel, Cadillac Customer Service, the BBB and the arbitrator. You must clearly and convincingly present it, and be committed to following through to the end, through the arbitration hearing. It's not quick or easy. I started th
I think it was JM who mentioned it's not quite over. I haven't seen a check, yet. They have 30 days from the decision to comply IF all the paperwork is done correctly (and there was plenty). I've done my part. But, if there's one small item not exactly the way it was supposed to be filled out, they consider that a reason to skuttle the repurchase/refund agreement.
Sent that all to them on the 27th. So, this time next month, it should all be in the past....I HOPE!
In the meantime, even though I'm carrying insurance on the CTS, I'm afraid to drive it. If anyone hits it, puts a big dent in one of the doors, someone decides to drag a car key down the side of it, etc.....then the agreement changes. I have to return it to them in the same condition as they arbitrator noted....that is, it's free from all of those imperfections.
But, as this winds along, and if everything goes as planned, I should be getting a check that makes me whole.
I have to say, I honestly have deeper empathy and sympathy for your plight now. I've not gone 3 full days yet without my TTS, and I'm already starting to get anxious. You can change "days" to "months" in your situation, and I'm not sure how you kept your head on straight!
So far every indication is that Audi will do everything right by me, but nevertheless, it is frustrating, especially when your car is worth nearly twice as much as your loaner.
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
I've waited 8 months...but, who is counting? Mine is self imposed though, I ordered way before the car was available, and then it got tied up in bureaucratic red tape.
It is hard to wait days, even one day when your car is tied up. People go through withdrawal pains when they can't use their cell phone for a few hours......a car is even worse.
Hope it gets a quick fix and you are on your way. This is something that can happen to any car, it is in how they handle it that will really count, so far they seem to be doing what they can.
GG it ain't over until it is over and I am sure they will be checking to make sure the t's are crossed and the i's dotted.....looking for any error they can find.
Also, I bet they go over that car very carefully when it is returned.
I wonder what the process will be when they give you a check and you have to deliver the key? Probably offer you a fabulous deal on a 2017 model.
@graphicguy. Congrats on the hard earned win GG. Stinks you had to be put thru all of that. But, well done in fighting the good fight...and you didn't even need jmonroes left hook either.
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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Hoping for the best possible news Mike.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Punch my card @corvette
This evening I took delivery of a CPO Infiniti Q40 AWD
Obsidian Black with a Black Interior
7,468 miles on the odometer
Thank-you all for your help and support! I simply love the car! It is very handsomely styled. The chrome accents compliment the black exterior nicely. I keep looking back at it in the driveway.
Delivery was quick and easy. Sign a few DMV forms with the salesman, went to take a look at the car outside. The car is fantastic. Inside and out. We go back in. Chat in his office for a few minutes and then it is off to meet "the business manager." I politely declined the paint sealant, tire & wheel insurance, prepaid maintenance, & extended warranty. Afterwards, the finance guy said I'm going to love the car. He leased 4 of them himself and loved them.
Infiniti's CPO warranty doesn't seem to be as comprehensive as some other luxury car makes. Since my car has less than 15,000 miles, the CPO warranty gives me 6 years or 75K miles of coverage from the original in service date. The remainder of the factory 4 year 60K warranty is in effect until October 2018. Then I get an additional 2 years of power train coverage or until I hit 75K miles. Hopefully I won't have to use any of it.
Now the good part. The car drives phenomenally. Hydraulic power steering is perfectly weighted. Handling is crisp and balanced. The ride is taut, well controlled, smooth, and solid. I love the cockpit like interior. The power is incredible. This is the 1st car I've ever owned with over 300 hp. It is wonderful to have so much power under the hood.
Some random numbers:
3/27 - the day I took delivery of my Infiniti
4/27 - the day I took delivery of my Prelude back in 2002
427 - the big block under the hood of my Dad's corvette.
327 - the size of the small block offered in most C2 Corvettes like my Dad's
328 - The horsepower my Infiniti's 3.7L V6 pumps out
328 - the model BMW I leased before I bought my Subaru
30 - the months I owned my 2010 Acura TSX, leased my 2011 BMW 328xi, & owned my 2015 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium.
7,468 - the amount of miles put on my Infiniti before I took delivery.
47,656 - the amount of miles I put on my Legacy in the past 2 1/2 years
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Kind of like when your head gasket fails, and oil and coolant mix. And all that keeps them apart usually is that gasket. As any Subaru owner should be well aware of!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Audi Canada tries to avoid any responsibility for honoring their warranty.
It is nice to have a car that is unique, but, when it comes to parts and service it can be a problem, that is one reason I wouldn't be too keen on that Chevy SS. I can see it now, "We'll get that transmission part for you soon sir, just as soon as the ship comes in from Australia".
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
However, I am sold on the idea in a lot of cases. The C250 had 12k miles on it, when we leave Florida it will have about 18k miles on it....really a one and a half year old car. Looks and drives like new. You get lots of choice because you can choose from a lot of models that will suit you. If you don't do a lot of miles it is a great way to save 25, or even 35%, and it feels brand new.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
Overall I've had the best luck with Michelin tires. I've always had balancing problems with Goodyear, Bridgestones on two Toyotas didn't make 30k and the Dunlops on my 09 Genesis were downright scary in winter.
2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Icon I6L Golf Cart
That Woodfords is long gone by now so that shouldn't be the problem but if you got upset with premature tire wear and bit one of them, that stuff ain't so easily digested.
Good luck.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R / 2024 Kia Sportage Hybrid SX Prestige
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
A motor mechanic was removing a cylinder head from the motor of a V8 when he spotted a well-known cardiologist in his work shop. The doctor was there waiting for the service manager to come and take a look at his car when the mechanic shouted across the garage, "Hey doc, do you want to take a look at this?"
The cardiologist, a bit surprised, walked over to where the mechanic was working. The mechanic straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag and asked, "So doc, look at this engine. I opened its heart, took the valves out, repaired and replaced anything damaged and then put everything back in, and when I finished, it worked just like new. So how is it that I make $48,000 a year and you make $1.7 million when you and I are doing basically the same work?"
The cardiologist paused, leaned over and whispered to the mechanic: "Try doing it with the engine running!"
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
Trivia question....what was the name of the song from the 60's that mentioned Blue Coral?
Should be easy.....
I had the Conti Extreme Contact DW on the A3 and they were indeed a great tire. You would think with the dropping of the S they'd be truly "max performance" tires, but they were great at everything with one fatal flaw. Don't track them.
They do not react well to being tracked. Only tire I've ever had that chunked out (both front tires on the outer edge tread block). That being said they drove OK even chunked out, and never failed or blew out.
The problem with Continentals is they have very good tires (with good reviews) and they truly have some turds (with correspondingly poor reviews).
This isn't uncommon among tire brands, but I think Michelin is in a class of their own where pretty much all they make is highly reviewed.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
Now if they order a new rear-diff.... who cares how much additional damage I do to the rear diff? Of course, they just fixed the Haldex and they might not like having to replace that too.
At this point I don't want to stir the pot or give any reason to have any warranty claims denied.
I think @driver100 is a bit unfair towards Audi of Canada on warranty coverage. His battle was over a wear part, the clutch on a manual transmission car. I remember going over the details and feeling he was in the right, and that Audi should have saw it his way, but it's an understandably disputable case where I wouldn't blankly state they don't honor warranties up in Canada.
Far different, in my opinion, than what Cadillac did to @graphicguy
Wear parts are one category (wiper blades, manual transmission clutches, batteries, tires, brake pads, rotors).
Wiring harnesses, exhausts, rear diffs, engines, Air Conditioners, and transmissions are another category.
She wore blue coral
Bluer than coral was the night
Softer than satin was the light
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
In fairness, I told them if they ever received a Nougat Brown interior A4 in stock, to drop me a line.
They did.....
http://www.theaudiconnection.com/new/Audi/2017-Audi-A4-a0b50f5b0a0e0ae8294096d129d3a4e3.htm
Technically you are correct, the clutch was out of warranty but who reads the fine print....clutch is warrantied for 2 years or 24k miles? We were over on years but not miles, and the auto expert I talked to said it was impossible to wear out a clutch in that amount of time.
But, at least they did talk to me once I got passed the Customer Service Rep and they did compromise to some degree.
In GGs case there was no effort to come to any sort of agreement, so his situation was much worse.....it was like fighting a stone wall.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I think you did well though, you got a great driving car which I think will hold up better overall than the Audi.
If I liked the Audi A6 more than the E400 I would buy it and risk it for the warranty period at least. They are great driving cars, I am just not sure of the reliability and the customer/car company relationship.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
Hopefully you'll get a very nice check and be done with it all. You ended up with a nicer vehicle and money in the bank. Who could ask for anything more!!!
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
One of the best parts was the $1,000 of Goodwill that came voluntarily from VW to their customers as a way of showing remorse, if you will. This $1,000 was completely above and beyond, as it wasn't a requirement of the settlement.
$500 of this $1,000 was used towards my new Audi by the way. Worked the same as part of my cash down payment; most of which was the S4's trade-in sales price.
A plumber spends about an hour fixing a few leaks and replacing a few washers in some faucets and when he is finished he hands the bill to the doctor. The doctor gasps and says, WOW, I'm a doctor and I don't charge that much for less than a hours work. The plumber smiles and says, "neither did I when I was a doctor".
This story was told to me by a plumber many years ago. He was not cheap but he was good.
Sorta explains how our poster buddy @nyccarguy can buy cars so often.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
I think it was JM who mentioned it's not quite over. I haven't seen a check, yet. They have 30 days from the decision to comply IF all the paperwork is done correctly (and there was plenty). I've done my part. But, if there's one small item not exactly the way it was supposed to be filled out, they consider that a reason to skuttle the repurchase/refund agreement.
Sent that all to them on the 27th. So, this time next month, it should all be in the past....I HOPE!
In the meantime, even though I'm carrying insurance on the CTS, I'm afraid to drive it. If anyone hits it, puts a big dent in one of the doors, someone decides to drag a car key down the side of it, etc.....then the agreement changes. I have to return it to them in the same condition as they arbitrator noted....that is, it's free from all of those imperfections.
But, as this winds along, and if everything goes as planned, I should be getting a check that makes me whole.
So far every indication is that Audi will do everything right by me, but nevertheless, it is frustrating, especially when your car is worth nearly twice as much as your loaner.
http://www.ottawacitizen.com/business/ford+recalls+440k+vehicles+fire+risk+door+latch+trouble/13224178/story.html
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
It is hard to wait days, even one day when your car is tied up. People go through withdrawal pains when they can't use their cell phone for a few hours......a car is even worse.
Hope it gets a quick fix and you are on your way. This is something that can happen to any car, it is in how they handle it that will really count, so far they seem to be doing what they can.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
Also, I bet they go over that car very carefully when it is returned.
I wonder what the process will be when they give you a check and you have to deliver the key? Probably offer you a fabulous deal on a 2017 model.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460