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we discovered that the right rear passenger door would not open. It was repaired three times but never worked properly after the repairs.
I think my stepdad had the same problem (same door) with his 01(?) Deville.
2018 430i Gran Coupe
I had a neighbor once who bought a Buick Skylark that had that many problems. His car stayed in the shop more than it did at his house. He also bought new.
Richard
I'm almost sorry I mentioned the Solara but now someone has found where that story starts so lots of folks can be up to date. When you first came in with that I thought this new guy had lost his mind. Now it's better - I think this veteran of the boards has lost his mind but has really excellent grammar.
My warranty work during the first 12-18 months:
1. Repair door cladding that separated from the body.
2. Repair ABS
3. Repair ABS
4. Completely remove ABS and all wiring and replace ABS.
5. Fix steering wheel which started feeling really loose.
6. One other thing that completely escapes me, but I remember getting an awesome Ford Pickup as a rental since they were out of courtesy cars.
Now after this debacle, I kept the car for 65 months and 102K miles and never paid for anything other than maintenance, tires, battery and brakes. So, it worked out.
Thank you golic...that really helped. Well, that was quite an experience going back in time. Many of the same faces here today which is nice to see. Also, some interesting threads, picked up on doc fees about 2 years ago. Some really good sales stories from Mac and British Rover too. One day I'll have to start at the beginning and read through all 40,000 posts.
Richard, once again that was quite a story. I don't know for sure but I guess you never actually got the Solara. Funny how life works...although the Solara would have cost more my guess is (since Toyotas seem to have few problems of the magnitude you have experienced in 2 D3 cars) that your wife would still be driving around in her little Solara today, and you wouldn't have had to trade - and you could still be looking for a GM!
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D
Richard
You are correct. Years ago when I taught school, my students thought that I was crazy. I had excellent classroom discipline. They were scared to death of me. :P
Richard
Looking back, I should have driven up to Virginia Beach and purchased one from Mack. He and I were discussing that just the other day. As you say, it is strange how things work out at times. I always believe that there is a reason for things, and that things usually work out for the best. I'm really just as happy with the new convertible.
BTW, Mack's cancer is on the move again. He's feeling pretty good though. He is on a trip to Panama to see family. When he returns, he's going to a reunion in Texas with old musical buddies. He loves his new car. He's making the best of his time---enjoying his family and friends. He sends his best to all of you.
Richard
I would normally let this pass, but since you have been anointed as the One True Keeper of the Flame (of proper use of the language), I just had to give you a hard time about this:
You said, "It seems like there is a few less inches between the parked cars." :sick:
Didn't you mean to say, "It seems like there are fewer inches between the parked cars"?
Funny that it was never "necessary" for that to be done to me !!! You and Richard musta done something bad at least once. :surprise:
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Richard
Richard
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
When we refinanced a few years ago I ran into that but I had to have them explain to me what the fee was because it wasn’t written on the closing documents as “Escrow Waiver Fee”, which is what it was, but it was disguised as something else. When the fee was explained to me I said, “remove it”, the closing attorney said, “that fee is always charged for that service, it’s standard practice”. I explained it to him again, “remove it (no I didn’t say please) or I’m not going to refinance”. Everyone in the room looked at me like, WHAT , including Mrs. jmonroe. They excused themselves from the room to confer. Mrs. jmonroe said, “what are you doing”? I told her there is no way I’m going to pay that fee (I think it was around $300) for that garbage. I added that it’s bad enough I’m paying other fees for the right to re-buy my own house so I’m not going to allow them to add insult to injury with that s&*#. :mad:
Guess what, the fee was removed. After all the papers were signed because I didn’t ask how they went about not charging me that fee even though it was still shown on the form, the attorney said, “that fee had to be paid by someone, aren’t you curious who paid it”? I said, “No, I don’t really care as long as it wasn’t me”. I guess that bother him because he said, “in case you’re interested, your mortgage broker, the bank and my firm split the fee”.
I guess curiosity bothers some people more than it does others. :confuse:
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Say hi to Mack. I'm happy to hear he seems to be going about things the way he wants to. Best to him.
I wonder about those Solaras. I remember when the convertibles first came out. The reviews weren't up to what I expected. They sure as heck hold their value. Every time I browse the used ones the prices are up there.
You should have waited a few more years. By that time they were making loans where they waived the fees, the interest and the need to pay the principle. I bet you got one of those "have to pay it back" loans. Sucker! :P
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
Just checked them out! It is too bad it didn't work out or at least those horse traders could have made it up to you. I agree, things work out in the end and it is nice to see you satisfied with a new car....at least for Mrs. Richard
2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250
You're right, I did. But now you have me thinking about that, so what do you think of this?
I'll destroy my credit like a lot of home buyers over the last few years by letting Mrs. jmonroe buy her dream house. Then I'll buy my Genny, cry foul, and have suckers like you pick up the tab. One more dead beat shouldn't hurt the masses. That will be the best bail-out of all. :P
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
Richard
Makes me proud to have lived on the North Shore.
How's he doing?
Well, I hope.
LMAO!! That was good!
Richard
Who is left - besides you? :confuse:
In other words, that's $100 each they didn't scam you out of.
2025 Forester Limited, 2024 Subaru Legacy Sport
Richard
"The problem with capitalism is the unequal sharing of blessings.... and the good thing about socialism is the equal sharing of misery".
2013 LX 570 2016 LS 460
Ahh I think it is only because you are in Conn. if I remember correctly
GP
Madmanmoo correction....
No you weren't MAD at him...... You were just MOO'd over....LOL
OK I am definatley not awake yet :sick: .... I have had about 16 hours sleep in the last 4 days.... I finalized the Divorce in court on Friday and have been celebrating all weekend! :surprise: :shades:
Thank you for all the support here guys. I haven't been on much becasue with the way everything is these days I have to work twice as hard working the same amount of hours. I am sure everyone else is doing the same thing.
Richard, CONGRATS!
JM.... Your still the best Chooch out there! Don't let them take that away from you. You fill a very important role in society....LOL ...just playing
Moo, where is my invite to the party?
GP
As for your million dollar dealer fee,......you are a silly billy, arent you? That would be excessive and just a fluff charge.
Richard
We'll be expecting to hear much more from you now.
Grats on finalization. Stay out of trouble.
2016 Audi A7 3.0T S Line, 2021 Subaru WRX
Old favorite hangover remedy......drink tons of water. Sneak in some White Castle burgers (might want some take out 'cause you don't want to be in public after eating those). Lastly, one (and only one) shot of vodka with a healthy dose of tabasco added.
You'll be good to go.
Richard
Privacy laws prohibit us giving away previuous owner's info.
The previous owner's opinions of the car might be detrimental to the sale, even if there was nothing wrong with the car.
It opens up a can of worms if the previous and prospective owner start discussing what it was traded for, and what it's being sold for, without an in depth understanding of reconditioning costs, markup and pricing. It might end on a sour note.
We're (the dealer) the ones doing the selling and not the previous owner, so they shouldn't be subjected to phone calls from prospective buyers, especially if they have no monetary interest in the vehicle anymore.
If the previous owner wanted to be hassled about his previous car he would have sold it privately, not traded it in. Most people trade it in because they don't want to be bothered with countless phone calls and don't need the hassle.
Even if the previous owner would encourage me to give any prospective buyers their number, I wouldn't do it for privacy reasons.
2016 Audi A7 3.0T S Line, 2021 Subaru WRX
Richard
2016 Audi A7 3.0T S Line, 2021 Subaru WRX
Then tells us your stories so us old married guys can live vicariously through you!!!
No good can come from a phone call to the previous owner. The buyers will try to pry every last detail of the sale out of the seller and often the seller has no idea that we had to spend 1500.00 to bring it into top condition.
MAny times the person trading a car proudly hnds us a thick folder jammed with every service receipt the car has ever had.
" I'm sure the new owner will want to see these"
Yes, I'm sure he/she would but Privacy Laws prevent this from happening.