Dealer Charging $299 for "Forever Start".

MuscleCarMike · 03-22-2022, 08:30 PM

Hey guys, my dealer is trying to charge me $299 for "Forever Start". Does anybody know what that is? I searched it and nothing. Dealer says battery warranty... Any ideas?

arpad_m · 03-22-2022, 08:48 PM

Free lifetime battery replacements maybe? Wouldn't actually be a bad deal, heh

MuscleCarMike · 03-22-2022, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

Free lifetime battery replacements maybe? Wouldn't actually be a bad deal, heh

I'll pay it if that's the case! I just paid $100 for a 3 year for my 68 Firebird!

jamala00 · 03-23-2022, 05:35 AM

Ya, kind of sounds like some kind of lifetime battery program. Seems a lot of the shops around here try to sell you lifetime this or that to keep you always coming back to them. Most around here to a lifetime alignment. I have yet to buy into any of those programs.

xplct · 03-23-2022, 05:52 AM

Could be the battery replacements on the key fobs?

LT1gen6 · 03-23-2022, 06:03 AM

Sarcastic guess? Road service to jump start your car for a *battery issue* (only)

Whatever it is, just remember to read the fine print: the large print gives, small print takes away: basic contract language 101

Allez · 03-23-2022, 07:00 AM

Sounds like another way they want to take money from you. I wouldn't agree to anything unless you see the contract (in writing) and decide you actually want what it offers. For example, if it is really for battery replacement is it really 'forever'? Is there a limit to how many replacements? Does it specify what type of replacement battery it would actually be? Would it be a new battery? Do you have to pay labor for them to install it? How do they decide if your battery needs replacement? Is it pro-rated?

Bottom line is, don't agree to anything unless you know exactly what you are getting. Usually dealers offer these type of things so they can make more money.

Techdude99 · 03-23-2022, 09:29 AM

Probably this: https://www.foreverstartbattery.com/

zxspeedspec · 03-23-2022, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by jamala00

Ya, kind of sounds like some kind of lifetime battery program. Seems a lot of the shops around here try to sell you lifetime this or that to keep you always coming back to them. Most around here to a lifetime alignment. I have yet to buy into any of those programs.

Hmmm... I wonder if I can get a lifetime alignment for the ZLE just to keep swapping back and forth between street/track mode. Maybe if I buy 2 lifetime alignments?

TXCSSU · 03-23-2022, 10:33 AM

If it's a lifetime of ensuring that the car starts, I suggest you open up an Ebay store that sells keyfob and car batteries....

SSJ455 · 03-23-2022, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Techdude99

Probably this: https://www.foreverstartbattery.com/

If that is what they are talking about, I wonder how much they charge to install a new battery if you need one? When you register a battery it asks for the price of the battery only.
I'm thinking you need to have them install it and they charge you out the a$$ for that.

jamala00 · 03-23-2022, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by zxspeedspec

Hmmm... I wonder if I can get a lifetime alignment for the ZLE just to keep swapping back and forth between street/track mode. Maybe if I buy 2 lifetime alignments?

Yep, many shops around here to a lifetime alignment program. Normally under $200. You can take your vehicle in whenever you want to have it checked/adjusted.

MuscleCarMike · 03-23-2022, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Techdude99

Probably this: https://www.foreverstartbattery.com/

What a racket! Can you say rip off!!

MR's 2SS · 03-27-2022, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by MuscleCarMike

What a racket! Can you say rip off!!

Most average drivers are over their head putting gas in the car. They need lights and beepers to go off if they drive too close to the lines on the highway... they have to ask why the OIL idiot light is lit....after the motor blows....
300 bucks for the convenience of knowing the brand new $50,000.00 car you just bought with $1200 down and a 10 year mortgage at 7% sounds like a hell of a bargain!!!!
At least the salesman thinks so...

03-22-2022, 08:30 PM	#1
MuscleCarMike Drives: 68, 69 Firebirds, 14 & 22 Camaros Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: WA Posts: 176 View My Garage	Dealer Charging $299 for "Forever Start". Hey guys, my dealer is trying to charge me $299 for "Forever Start". Does anybody know what that is? I searched it and nothing. Dealer says battery warranty... Any ideas? __________________ 2022 Camaro, Rapid Blue, 2SS, 1LE VIN: 1G1FH1R75N0109563 Put deposit on in transit car 2/5/22 after waiting 6 months with no allocation. Original order placed 8/23/21. 4B00-1/28/22; 4200-Shipped! 3/5/22; On it's Way! In North Platte, NE 3/11/22; Train is rolling through Wyoming 3/14/22; Arrived at final train stop in Kent, WA 3/22/22; Arrived at dealer 3/24/22; Pick up 3/26/22!!! Finally...the agonizing wait is over...

03-22-2022, 08:48 PM	#2
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03-23-2022, 06:03 AM	#6
LT1gen6 Drives: '22 LT1 Coupe Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Motor City Metro Posts: 214	Sarcastic guess? Road service to jump start your car for a battery issue (only) Whatever it is, just remember to read the fine print: the large print gives, small print takes away: basic contract language 101 Last edited by LT1gen6; 03-25-2022 at 07:49 AM.

03-23-2022, 05:35 AM	#4
jamala00 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Hyper Blue Metallic Join Date: May 2020 Location: WI Posts: 2,451	Ya, kind of sounds like some kind of lifetime battery program. Seems a lot of the shops around here try to sell you lifetime this or that to keep you always coming back to them. Most around here to a lifetime alignment. I have yet to buy into any of those programs.

03-23-2022, 05:52 AM	#5
xplct Drives: 2022 camaro 2ss 1LE Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: FL Posts: 213	Could be the battery replacements on the key fobs?

03-23-2022, 07:00 AM	#7
Allez Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 796	Sounds like another way they want to take money from you. I wouldn't agree to anything unless you see the contract (in writing) and decide you actually want what it offers. For example, if it is really for battery replacement is it really 'forever'? Is there a limit to how many replacements? Does it specify what type of replacement battery it would actually be? Would it be a new battery? Do you have to pay labor for them to install it? How do they decide if your battery needs replacement? Is it pro-rated? Bottom line is, don't agree to anything unless you know exactly what you are getting. Usually dealers offer these type of things so they can make more money.

03-23-2022, 09:29 AM	#8
Techdude99 Drives: 2019 Chevy Camaro ZL1 1LE Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: MS Posts: 144	Probably this: https://www.foreverstartbattery.com/

03-23-2022, 10:33 AM	#10
TXCSSU Account Suspended Drives: 2022 ZL1 M6/Nissan Leaf Join Date: May 2016 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,138	If it's a lifetime of ensuring that the car starts, I suggest you open up an Ebay store that sells keyfob and car batteries....

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