[EXSSIVE]

Without removing the shipping protection, the dealer will be unable to completely inspect the vehicle for damage upon arrival.

Just a heads up, you are essentially releasing the dealer and shipper from any obligations to replace or repair the vehicle.

[SS 1LE]

Originally Posted by EXSSIVE

Without removing the shipping protection, the dealer will be unable to completely inspect the vehicle for damage upon arrival.

Just a heads up, you are essentially releasing the dealer and shipper from any obligations to replace or repair the vehicle.

Good to know, if I recall you work for a dealer correct?

[fastball]

Originally Posted by EXSSIVE

Without removing the shipping protection, the dealer will be unable to completely inspect the vehicle for damage upon arrival.

Just a heads up, you are essentially releasing the dealer and shipper from any obligations to replace or repair the vehicle.

I'll be removing the plastic, myself, at the dealer.

So this way, I can be the first one to inspect the vehicle and if there's anything I am not happy with.

I have 20/10 vision and know exactly how to look over a car for consistent paint, consistent panel gaps, and even the finest nicks, dents, and scratches. Will be bringing an LED pure white flashlight with me and taking the car out into the parking lot and turning it at all angles in the sun and shade to check everything.

The car dealer ain't a body shop. Can they catch a major scratch, dent, or panel misalignment? Sure. They won't be checking details.

[Zap city]

I told them I only wanted a "light wash" before I picked it up. My car is white though. If it were black I would have told them not to touch it with anything. I 've seen too many of them "buffing" a brand new car. Unreal.

[EXSSIVE]

Yes, I do work for a dealer.

I understand that YOU want to take off the plastic at the dealer. However, the dealer has to sign a check in sheet when the vehicle is dropped off and accept that the vehicle was received in good condition. If they're unable to remove the packaging, they will be forced to waive the ability to take any action.

Good luck but it sounds like no matter what, you're going to be one of those guys that finds something to be unhappy with. These aren't museum pieces, they're cars and are built to be driven.

Sometimes it's easier and more fun to just accept that fact and enjoy driving it because you're the only one who is going to be upset by such small details and it will always be in the back of your mind.

[EXSSIVE]

Originally Posted by Zap city

I told them I only wanted a "light wash" before I picked it up. My car is white though. If it were black I would have told them not to touch it with anything. I 've seen too many of them "buffing" a brand new car. Unreal.

New cars get buffed all the time before they make it to a dealer, however, once they're on the lot, the only reason to buff is due to enviromental issues or lot damage.

[greg72982]

About a week before mine came in I told the salesman not to wash mine but after I thought it over I asked the salesman if they had a guy that could be trusted to do it. He said they did have a guy who was an older guy and actually cared and that he would have him do it. Not sure if that's who did it in the end but it came out very good with no problems. I would still be hesitant in the future, most of the time high school kids do it.

<--That pic in my avatar was taken the day I picked it up. They had it sitting in the showroom for me. I thought it was a nice touch on their part.

[fastball]

Originally Posted by EXSSIVE

Yes, I do work for a dealer.

I understand that YOU want to take off the plastic at the dealer. However, the dealer has to sign a check in sheet when the vehicle is dropped off and accept that the vehicle was received in good condition. If they're unable to remove the packaging, they will be forced to waive the ability to take any action.

Good luck but it sounds like no matter what, you're going to be one of those guys that finds something to be unhappy with. These aren't museum pieces, they're cars and are built to be driven.

Sometimes it's easier and more fun to just accept that fact and enjoy driving it because you're the only one who is going to be upset by such small details and it will always be in the back of your mind.

And you wonder why people hate car dealers so much.

I said in a previous post Camaro and Corvette customers have different expectations than Cruze and Malibu customers because the cars are unique, expensive, and very enthusiast oriented. I also said Chevy dealers need to have separate sales and service specifically reserved only for Corvette and Camaro customers.

When the 2SS is starting to catch the eye of BMW M3 enthusiasts Chevy dealers need to be ready to cater to very snobby car guys. You're a salesman. Don't get mad - get with it!

Don't lose a sale of a great car that practically sells itself because the buyer is just really particular about it!

Be honest: have you ever met a Corvette or Camaro buyer who wasn't at least slightly anal retentive about their car?

It's the nature of the car. They don't apeal to soccer Moms.

[crazydmc]

Originally Posted by fastball

And you wonder why people hate car dealers so much.

I said in a previous post Camaro and Corvette customers have different expectations than Cruze and Malibu customers because the cars are unique, expensive, and very enthusiast oriented. I also said Chevy dealers need to have separate sales and service specifically reserved only for Corvette and Camaro customers.

When the 2SS is starting to catch the eye of BMW M3 enthusiasts Chevy dealers need to be ready to cater to very snobby car guys. You're a salesman. Don't get mad - get with it!

Don't lose a sale of a great car that practically sells itself because the buyer is just really particular about it!

Be honest: have you ever met a Corvette or Camaro buyer who wasn't at least slightly anal retentive about their car?

It's the nature of the car. They don't apeal to soccer Moms.

I don't hate car dealers chill.

[Rusty35]

Originally Posted by fastball

I'll be removing the plastic, myself, at the dealer.

So this way, I can be the first one to inspect the vehicle and if there's anything I am not happy with.

I have 20/10 vision and know exactly how to look over a car for consistent paint, consistent panel gaps, and even the finest nicks, dents, and scratches. Will be bringing an LED pure white flashlight with me and taking the car out into the parking lot and turning it at all angles in the sun and shade to check everything.

The car dealer ain't a body shop. Can they catch a major scratch, dent, or panel misalignment? Sure. They won't be checking details.

Are you going to accept responsibility for any damage you cause while removing the plastic?

If you find any damage after removing the plastic who will you blame since you are the only one that touched the car?

[EXSSIVE]

Originally Posted by fastball

And you wonder why people hate car dealers so much.

I said in a previous post Camaro and Corvette customers have different expectations than Cruze and Malibu customers because the cars are unique, expensive, and very enthusiast oriented. I also said Chevy dealers need to have separate sales and service specifically reserved only for Corvette and Camaro customers.

When the 2SS is starting to catch the eye of BMW M3 enthusiasts Chevy dealers need to be ready to cater to very snobby car guys. You're a salesman. Don't get mad - get with it!

Don't lose a sale of a great car that practically sells itself because the buyer is just really particular about it!

Be honest: have you ever met a Corvette or Camaro buyer who wasn't at least slightly anal retentive about their car?

It's the nature of the car. They don't apeal to soccer Moms.

Did I mention anything about "people hating dealers"?

That was me, speaking as an enthusiast, not a sales person, who can be very particular about his cars. There's being picky and then there is just being a jerk about it and acting like you're better than everyone else and acting like nobody can ever live up to your standards.

When it comes to cars, things happen, mistakes happen, and no car is ever perfect straight from the factory. Some times it's best just to let it go and enjoy the car. These things really are amazing!!

I do agree, Camaro and Corvette buyers do expect more. With that being said, what I expect, is for my guys to work just as hard on someones Spark as they do on your Camaro. No matter what someone is purchasing from me, typically they're getting the most vehicle that they can afford at that time. It's for that fact, that some of the well to do Corvette guys are so easy to deal with, some of those guys just don't care and it's just another car to them. I have one guy that actually DD's his 'Vette in the winter with a set of snows, if something happens, he'll replace it with another just as he did when his previous car was stolen.

Again, I'm not mad in any way and I'm not sure where you're getting that from? Just telling it like it is. If you don't let us do our job, you will typically have a bad experience. Sales consultants are the professionals, we do this every single day. It's always the guys who want things done their way that spend twice the amount of time at the dealership and they're also typically the least happy. Again, I speak from experience.

By the way, no car sells itself and a sales consultant is only as good as the team backing him up. If you think a car sells itself, you know little to nothing of automotive sales. Not a personal attack, just what it is. (Read: still not mad, lol)

There's an old sales saying- A sale is not made or lost over a few dollars, but a few words.

Also, soccer moms love my car, lol.

[samsumon]

To make it simple OP,


Reject the wash, ask for a water rinse down only with a hose (so you can inspect for obvious damages) Get the car detailed within the first 24-48 hours and look for any obvious damages that only show up after a proper detail.

[samsumon]

Originally Posted by fastball

When the 2SS is starting to catch the eye of BMW M3 enthusiasts Chevy dealers need to be ready to cater to very snobby car guys. You're a salesman. Don't get mad - get with it!

I don't want m3 drivers driving my brand to be honest. They are pretentious assholes, or kids with dads cash acting like douche bags..

[Mikey LikesIt]

Originally Posted by crazydmc

I don't hate car dealers chill.

I do.