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CAM....ZL1 · 02-28-2013, 07:11 AM

Sorry if I missed it. but was his car a auto or manual? And my condolences
to his dead engine, may it rest in peace.

Unreal · 02-28-2013, 07:39 AM

Manual.

JWR046 · 02-28-2013, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSOOCH

Per Trevor:

"I just got off the phone with GM and this is awesome. Anything that has air and or oil that travels through it is being replaced with all 2013 parts. It's all on order as of today. Personal numbers were exchange with the GM folks and the folks at Gus Paulos Chevrolet. If there's an type of delay we are to call them so it can be pushed through. Gentlemen, this is hands down the best customer experience I've ever had and I'm in retail. Jokingly I mentioned how I've worn out my microfiber shifter and they said oh we'll replace that as well!! 3-5 days out is what were looking at as far as the install. Big ups to Gus Paulos Chevrolet and GM"

Nice. Taken care of as they should. I have always said a good dealer is important.

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 02-28-2013, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Unreal

The owner just said GM is going above and beyond and it is the best customer service he has had. They are replacing anything that has air or oil going through it. Plus replacing his worn shifter ball just because it was showing some wear.

That is great to hear! Great customer service from his dealership is always a plus!

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service

family man · 02-28-2013, 09:30 AM

I'm glad it looks like this will have a happy ending.

PsychoZL1 · 03-01-2013, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSOOCH

Per Trevor:

"I just got off the phone with GM and this is awesome. Anything that has air and or oil that travels through it is being replaced with all 2013 parts. It's all on order as of today. Personal numbers were exchange with the GM folks and the folks at Gus Paulos Chevrolet. If there's an type of delay we are to call them so it can be pushed through. Gentlemen, this is hands down the best customer experience I've ever had and I'm in retail. Jokingly I mentioned how I've worn out my microfiber shifter and they said oh we'll replace that as well!! 3-5 days out is what were looking at as far as the install. Big ups to Gus Paulos Chevrolet and GM"

Glad to hear that Trevor is getting taken care of. Hopefully he will get back behind the wheel of his ZL1 quickly!

Skylane765 · 03-01-2013, 10:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JFWJR179

No mods ?
No abusive driving or over revving engine ?
No drag racing ?
No burning rubber ?

THEN, GM should replace the entire engine at no cost to owner.

The car is made to race.

jimmy5 · 03-03-2013, 10:35 PM

I don't know what would constitute abuse on a race car. I take good care of mine, but if the engine pukes while I'm going down the local 1/8th mile I'll be expecting a replacement engine.

bw26ss · 03-03-2013, 10:38 PM

I agree, when they advertise a car going around a track, what else would they expect.

bw26ss · 03-03-2013, 10:39 PM

especially when you can't use the cars power legally on public roads

Unreal · 03-04-2013, 08:00 AM

The camaro group got together this Saturday for lunch and some mods. Trevor drove his sweet impala rental car as we put some BMR sways on another car. He said all parts are on order and should be at the dealer in 3-5 days. Hopefully he gets it back asap.

Angrybird 12 · 03-04-2013, 08:07 AM

Glad he's getting it fixed. As with any mechanical man made item, every once in a while you will have a failure that cannot be helped or foreseen. It's not like his failure is happening to a majority of ZL1's

PeeBee · 03-04-2013, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by LeanPocket

Ok let me put it this way.

Get the exact same make/model, same trim, same color, same mileage, same owner history. Have them appraised by the same person on the same day.

Only difference being that the entire power-train for one of them was replaced for whatever reason.

Lets keep in mind here, this is a certified ZL1 without the original motor, not a generic fully loaded SS model, but is now considered a potential lemon.

Which one will have the higher resale value?

Lets not forget all the cosmetic damage that is not shown in the engine bay.

Surely, if this engine gets replaced under warranty, there will be a way to get a certificate stating this has been done as a factory replacement?

OldScoolCamaro · 03-04-2013, 08:09 PM

..I doubt one would get a physical form <document>, other than R&R engine on the service invoice, it will be on record though the GM data base/service record. As far as engine VIN numbers and /or replacement codes are concerned, there must be some verifiable number on the powerplant.

02-28-2013, 07:39 AM	#170
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	Manual. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

03-04-2013, 08:00 AM	#179
Unreal Drives: 2006 Z06 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 5,712	The camaro group got together this Saturday for lunch and some mods. Trevor drove his sweet impala rental car as we put some BMR sways on another car. He said all parts are on order and should be at the dealer in 3-5 days. Hopefully he gets it back asap. __________________ Nick Corvette Z06 -1200ish rwhp

03-04-2013, 08:07 AM	#180
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,547	Glad he's getting it fixed. As with any mechanical man made item, every once in a while you will have a failure that cannot be helped or foreseen. It's not like his failure is happening to a majority of ZL1's __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

03-04-2013, 08:09 PM	#182
OldScoolCamaro Drives: Camaro's, always have, always will. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Home of the brave Posts: 4,851	..I doubt one would get a physical form <document>, other than R&R engine on the service invoice, it will be on record though the GM data base/service record. As far as engine VIN numbers and /or replacement codes are concerned, there must be some verifiable number on the powerplant. __________________ In Scott We Trust...all others must show proof.

02-28-2013, 07:11 AM	#169
CAM....ZL1 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: BENTON, IL. Posts: 1,068 View My Garage	Sorry if I missed it. but was his car a auto or manual? And my condolences to his dead engine, may it rest in peace.

02-28-2013, 09:30 AM	#173
family man Drives: . Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: . Posts: 1,085	I'm glad it looks like this will have a happy ending.

03-03-2013, 10:35 PM	#176
jimmy5 Drives: 2012 ZL1 #450 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Big Spring, TX Posts: 479	I don't know what would constitute abuse on a race car. I take good care of mine, but if the engine pukes while I'm going down the local 1/8th mile I'll be expecting a replacement engine.

03-03-2013, 10:38 PM	#177
bw26ss Banned Drives: ss camaro Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: usa Posts: 876	I agree, when they advertise a car going around a track, what else would they expect.

03-03-2013, 10:39 PM	#178
bw26ss Banned Drives: ss camaro Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: usa Posts: 876	especially when you can't use the cars power legally on public roads