Camaro owner records mechanics abusing car, scheming to get damages paid for

Discussion in 'Other Cars' started by cwerdna, Oct 10, 2012.

  1. cwerdna

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    Probably is...

    We bought a used 97 Camry while back on a Saturday and the dealer said they would have it all cleaned up and ready to go on Monday. When I picked it up, I could tell it have been driven hard in dirt parking lot of something because of the dirt behind the wheels (side of the car). IIRC, about a month later it started burning oil at start-up. Because it was just less than 60K, they took it back and replaced the valve seals under warranty.
     
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    60 minutes did a piece years ago with hidden cams recording mechanics not doing work they said they did. this is ten times worse. that's why you can't even leave it with them for an oil change!:eek:
     
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    From the Yahoo! article:
    It appears that social media can lead to some very fast settlements.
     
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    some good news anyway, hope they fired those monkees. or filed a suit against them for damages. i wonder what happen to the car.
     
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    Hey B, I got a slightly used Camaro for sale, you interested?
     
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