Update on Jade and GM/Saturn

[Kappa Fan]

Originally Posted by MidniteBlues

Thats because they had the WRONG type my friend.. Besides, it was behind the console, altho suffocating the fire was what was called for IMHO..an electrical short is bad shlT let me tell ya..

Agreed with the possibility on the "wrong type" but even the "right type" would not have put it out!

Now ... back to Skybaby's issue!

[Skip]

Originally Posted by jayman

You know Aubrey...on a serious note...it's terrible what's occuring between you and Saturn...it's too bad, because it really is an addictive little car...this is my second Sky in twelve months...granted, i haven't had the serious problems like you've had.....BUT....you will regret not owning one...it might not happen for a week, a month, or six months...but one day you'll realize how much you're missing it...trust me...everyday after i traded my first one in, i knew something was missing...it took me about eight weeks to wise up and get back into a Sky.....but, only you know what's best for you....good luck...hope all goes well

OK did someone nice hijack Jayman's post? I knew he was a nice guy every now and then. OK Jayman that was your serious post for the month....Skip...

[Skip]

The more I think about it the more the appeal of an electrical fire. I wonder if the old gum wrapper behind the dash would do the trick?....Skip....

[Bogie]

Originally Posted by SkyBaby

The LOW dollar amount is for a settlement... not to buy or replace the car...... 2,700$ is NOT... a valid amount to help with the **** we have been through with this POS..... That is NOT at all acceptable..

What is acceptable?

[SkyBaby]

Originally Posted by Bogie

What is acceptable?

I was not looking for a dollar amount... I want my car fixed or exchanged... it is obvious they cant fix it... is it right that I cant use my car for what the intended use is? SkyBaby

[ChiliSky]

Originally Posted by jayman

You know Aubrey...on a serious note...it's terrible what's occuring between you and Saturn...it's too bad, because it really is an addictive little car...this is my second Sky in twelve months...granted, i haven't had the serious problems like you've had.....BUT....you will regret not owning one...it might not happen for a week, a month, or six months...but one day you'll realize how much you're missing it...trust me...everyday after i traded my first one in, i knew something was missing...it took me about eight weeks to wise up and get back into a Sky.....but, only you know what's best for you....good luck...hope all goes well

Yep I knew you were a cutie, all that smart ass stuff, your really a tender heart!!!!! I agree with everything you said. She will regret not having a SKYSTER. Maybe we need to keep up the positive stuff!!!!!

[reedred]

Well since you can't use it for its intended purpose, have you considered other options? I think it might make a lovely planter, or perhaps a stylish coop for your birds. On a grander scale, we could ship it to Florida and add it to the art exhibit in Sarasota. I'm sure with the creative minds at your disposal on the forum, we can come up with something for you to do with it.

Sadly, MB chose to post the fire option publicly, so we can't use that.

I do appreciate your reluctance to simply dump it on someone else. That says a lot for your character, though it's hardly a surprise. If this keeps dragging on though, that could end up being your best option. Good luck!

[Bogie]

Originally Posted by SkyBaby

I was not looking for a dollar amount... I want my car fixed or exchanged... it is obvious they cant fix it... is it right that I cant use my car for what the intended use is? SkyBaby

Well, at some point the settlement cash would be enough to pay the difference on the current vehicle and get you in a new one. Find that point and work toward it.

Ask your dealership what they would pay for the car. Take that price, difference it against fair market value, and call that value "X". Then determine a value for your trouble, call that value "Y".

Ask for X+Y.

If they settle, sell the vehicle to dealer and use X to make up the difference. Walk away with Y to do as you please...perhaps as a down payment on that Z4.

[fordman]

My wife had a 2002 GMC truck. Had lots of problems with the A/C-Heating system it was all hot or cold only. I filed a comiplaint with the BBB and GM contacted us. Our settlement was GM took our truck at the window sticker and we got another new truck at its window sticker. We were VERY NICE with the GM rep and I feel we came out a winner.

[SkyBaby]

I know... I know... I would never do anything illegal... but... thanks for all the great suggestions... LOL.... anyway.... with what the dealership or carmax would give... i still need 8k to come out even.... !!!!! just feel so helpless... i didnt do anything to make it have this issue.. and they cant fix the flaw... a no win situation all around... SkyBaby

Thanks all...

[Blue Sky Redline]

Originally Posted by fordman

My wife had a 2002 GMC truck. Had lots of problems with the A/C-Heating system it was all hot or cold only. I filed a comiplaint with the BBB and GM contacted us. Our settlement was GM took our truck at the window sticker and we got another new truck at its window sticker. We were VERY NICE with the GM rep and I feel we came out a winner.

The first rule, be nice

[John3]

Sorry to hear about your problems but a full page ad in the Chigago Tribune or I believe the other paper there is the Sun will cost more than the price you paid for your car. An ad 2 inches by 4 inches is a couple thousand for one day! Stick with the TV station.

[SkyBaby]

Originally Posted by John3

Sorry to hear about your problems but a full page ad in the Chigago Tribune or I believe the other paper there is the Sun will cost more than the price you paid for your car. An ad 2 inches by 4 inches is a couple thousand for one day! Stick with the TV station.

We have a Page Ranking person for one of our businesses... it dont need to be on the front page..... they are looking into it for us..... I just want customer satisfaction.. like they say.... SkyBaby

[Blue Sky Redline]

I'm sorry but ... don't you think ?

[SkyBaby]

Originally Posted by Blue Sky Redline

I'm sorry but ... don't you think ?

gee... what part? wanting my car fixed proper? or wanting to do something about it? I hope no one... or not many have the same issues as I do.. and if you do..... oh.. I bet GM/Saturn will just make it all better in a flash.... This has been going on for months... I am so tired of fighting for something that they should just fix..... I think sometimes that they really dont give a crap about the actual owners..... but of course.... that is my opinion.

[Blue Sky Redline]

as Larry the Cable Guy says " Git 'er done"

[SkyBaby]

I just dont know what else to do..... this is so annoying..... SkyBaby

[Celt03]

Originally Posted by SkyBaby

I just dont know what else to do..... this is so annoying..... SkyBaby

Just breathe and have more patience (yes, I know it is hard to do) - but they will come around.
After all - they are banking on you getting exasperated enough to either take their ridiculous lowball offer or to just drop it entirely.
Hang in there, roll your eyes, and smile knowing that you WILL prevail

Ya could get yourself a dartboard & put a GM or Saturn logo in the bullseye and take your frustrations out on it! Bet ya would get really good at throwing darts. I know putting a pic of my ex there during our divorce did wonders for both my dart skills and my personal attitude