Noble time and frustration saving idea.
Unless you 100% know that you are not going to have to leave your vehicle there (oil change). Make sure a loaner is organized beforehand!!!
my chick just had to wait 3 weeks for a new backup camera to come in (dealership didn't have any ******* backup cameras in stock??!!) for her brand new ford edge.
got a loaner organized no problem.
point is work it out beforehand, otherwise blame yourself.
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@FordTechOne. You both ensure everything written is simple to understand, precise, and straight to the point.
I have owned and do own several Fords, all trucks and 1 current 2020 expedition. Out of the 15-18 Fords I have been a part of purchasing (personal, business, family, friends) used and new, most have all been purchased from 2 local dealerships, with exception of 5 that have been purchased out of state. So, loyalty is respected and appreciated, but great deals and availability are also considered.
With that being said, I only service them at Theodore Robbins Ford in Costa Mesa CA, and have done so for about 20 years. I have worked with 3 service clerks within that time. I get a loaner every time I ask, ahead of time I might add (@txgunsandtrucks).
I bring a dozen donuts and a box of Starbucks coffee by during the holidays, it cost me $25. I’m polite, respectful, appreciate them, and trust they are doing everything they can to help me. I’d rather be occasionally cheated then perpetually suspicious.
I am going to jump out on a limb before my post becomes longer then it should (too late), and say this issue is definitely dealership specific, some care, some don’t. In the OP’s scenario, I feel for him, it sucks, especially when dealerships are so spread out. In SoCal, I have 50 to choose from within an hour. If I didn’t get what I wanted, I’d move to the next. Fortunately I am a lucky man having Theodore Robbins.I am also going to add this, as a professional in Real Estate for many years, and now a new elementary school teacher at 43, I’ve learned that an over the top smile and a positive attitude go a long way.
Good luck with your issue, and go grab them a dozen donuts!