Etching of paint on rocker panel and rear door rock guard
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Joined: 03-21-2006
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From: pa
Originally Posted by courthousedeb
I think the only thing we really have to rely on is what is stated in the TSB. If people are getting more than that done for free, it doesn't mean that GM is paying for it directly. They may be the ones who are being approached by the BBB, but who is to say that when this issue is pressed, that it's not the dealer who ultimately ends up bearing the cost of anything outside of what is stated in the TSB.
My HHR did not come with running boards when I purchased it off the lot. Once I joined HHR forums and read about the problem I contacted both the dealer and GM and was told it was not covered. I had the boards installed at the option price (which I would have happily paid had they been on the HHR to begin with) and $100 labor (these guys who install these are sometimes paid by flag hours and need to be compensated). I'm sure had the HHR come with the boards in the first place, this would have been built into the cost of the car anyway. I was told by my dealer to keep my receipt and that if some time in the future, GM decided to reimburse people for post delivery running boards because of this issue, I would need to provide it at that time.
That was many months ago now and I am glad that I have them added to my car and consider them "one of my aftermarket mods". Had I argued with them and GM about having this done, my vehicle would have continued to be damaged during negotiations and paying to have them installed gave me peace of mind.
The BBB is a great tool when used for many consumer matters, however, they are willing to challenge GM because they have "deep pockets" and would rather settle than pay litigation costs which would be far more costly than replacing the boards for free. That doesn't make it right...it's simple economics.
My HHR did not come with running boards when I purchased it off the lot. Once I joined HHR forums and read about the problem I contacted both the dealer and GM and was told it was not covered. I had the boards installed at the option price (which I would have happily paid had they been on the HHR to begin with) and $100 labor (these guys who install these are sometimes paid by flag hours and need to be compensated). I'm sure had the HHR come with the boards in the first place, this would have been built into the cost of the car anyway. I was told by my dealer to keep my receipt and that if some time in the future, GM decided to reimburse people for post delivery running boards because of this issue, I would need to provide it at that time.
That was many months ago now and I am glad that I have them added to my car and consider them "one of my aftermarket mods". Had I argued with them and GM about having this done, my vehicle would have continued to be damaged during negotiations and paying to have them installed gave me peace of mind.
The BBB is a great tool when used for many consumer matters, however, they are willing to challenge GM because they have "deep pockets" and would rather settle than pay litigation costs which would be far more costly than replacing the boards for free. That doesn't make it right...it's simple economics.
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From: Worcester County, MA
Originally Posted by ptownhhr
I knew it !!! i hit it on the head !!!!!
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From: Rochester,N.Y.
Originally Posted by ptownhhr
I knew it !!! i hit it on the head !!!!!
It's pointless to arguee with you because you obviously are so thick headed or just plain stupid that you are not getting what everyone is telling you, which is there is no need to keep repeating yourself. Is that simple enough for you to understand! 
Now it's a GM conspiracy to silence you. 
I agree lock the thread just to shut this moron up, I'm done fighting a useless and pointless battle with a fool.
Last edited by captain howdy; Aug 21, 2006 at 01:34 PM.
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Joined: 03-21-2006
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From: pa
Originally Posted by dbarberaz
I have just been watching a reading this thread and keep shaking my head. People fighting over who is right and wrong. But now I guess I am going to add fuel because I would like to know where some of the information is comming from
Where did chevy admit you are entitled to free boards?
What settlement?
The TSB does not state there is a flaw nor does chevy admit to anything.
ptownhhr I did not see anyplace where you were called a "bad guy". I think people are tired of you saying the same thing over and over. But it does sound like you have something against chevy the way you keep saying the same thing over and over. I said my piece and will not make another comment on this post because I will not get into a verbal fight with you. Nor do I have anything against you. I would just like to see where you got this information.
Where did chevy admit you are entitled to free boards?
What settlement?
The TSB does not state there is a flaw nor does chevy admit to anything.
ptownhhr I did not see anyplace where you were called a "bad guy". I think people are tired of you saying the same thing over and over. But it does sound like you have something against chevy the way you keep saying the same thing over and over. I said my piece and will not make another comment on this post because I will not get into a verbal fight with you. Nor do I have anything against you. I would just like to see where you got this information.
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From: pa
Originally Posted by captain howdy
Nope you are wrong and just plain goofy. It's pointless to arguee with you because you obviously are so thick headed or just plain stupid that you are not getting what everyone is telling you which is there is no need to keep repeating yourself. Is that simple enough for you to understand! Now it's a GM conspiracy to silence you. I agree lock the thread just to shut this moron up, I'm done fighting a useless and pointless battle with a fool.
It's pointless to arguee with you because you obviously are so thick headed or just plain stupid that you are not getting what everyone is telling you which is there is no need to keep repeating yourself. Is that simple enough for you to understand! Now it's a GM conspiracy to silence you. I agree lock the thread just to shut this moron up, I'm done fighting a useless and pointless battle with a fool.
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Joined: 03-21-2006
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From: pa
Originally Posted by ptownhhr
who's the fool ? i got my boards free ...did you ? i have nothing to be ashamed of .you are the one who seems a little silly attacking me. seems a little backbone might do you some good.i can probably get you one through BBB
