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Got dinged?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Badger, Oct 9, 2008.

  1. Badger

    Badger New Member

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    I've been waiting for our new Prius for six weeks. It was supposed to be delivered last week. On Monday, I get a call from the Sales Manager. He explains that our car "got dinged" in transit. Approximate damage was about $200. Toyota will do repairs at their expense & the car should be delivered next week.

    I'm not sure I believe anything the Sales Manager said and that he was just "buying time" because the car was late.

    I would appreciate any comments from the Prius Faithful.

    Paul
     
    #1 Badger, Oct 9, 2008
  2. paprius4030

    paprius4030 My first Prius

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    When I was selling cars the car carrier rolls in and after we all took a double take the highest car on the top row had it's roof sheared off. Of course it was for a guy the special ordered his car and not one for stock. We took a picture to show him so he would believe us. These things do happen, I think you should cut your dealer some slack.
     
    #2 paprius4030, Oct 9, 2008
  3. firepa63

    firepa63 Former Prius Owner

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    Sounds like the dealer is being very honest with you.
     
    #3 firepa63, Oct 9, 2008
  4. Patrick Wong

    Patrick Wong DIY Enthusiast

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    Hi Paul,

    You may want to inspect the car in its damaged state, to satisfy yourself that you are willing to accept it once it is repaired. $200 doesn't sound like much damage, though.
     
    #4 Patrick Wong, Oct 9, 2008
  5. cairo94507

    cairo94507 Active Member

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    I would have promptly asked for pre-repair photos. If they could not provide them I would have passed on that particular car. But that is me.
     
    #5 cairo94507, Oct 9, 2008
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