Took the ISF in for a recall, tech takes it for a joyride.
04-08-16, 01:23 PM
#31
Lexus Fanatic
F'ing pieces of ****. This garbage is rampant . We just have no idea. He drives kind of like I do but I wouldnt want some douche having fun in my car and burning up my rear tires like that . They sound like oem size. He is probably just getting off on spinning them.
04-08-16, 02:36 PM
#38
That's not test driving a car. The tech is definitely abusing it. I would've spoken to his manager and get these jerks fired.
I took mine in for a service recall and noticed the tech drove the car for 6+ miles. Unfortunately I did not have a dash cam...
I took mine in for a service recall and noticed the tech drove the car for 6+ miles. Unfortunately I did not have a dash cam...
04-08-16, 03:08 PM
#40
So Lexus had been bugging me via calls and letters about taking care of a fan bolt recall that's been issued for my car. A few weeks ago I decided to call and make an appointment to take her in. I normally loath taking my car to the dealership, only for important recalls.
While I was there the service writer asked if there was anything else of concern? I mentioned to him the car has a very slight pull to the right on the freeway since the day I bought it, so maybe have a look at it.
Took my loaner and off I went, get a call about 3 hours later the car was ready. When I picked up my ISF I noticed a 1/4 tank of gas was used up. I came home and pulled the video footage from my dash cam and it looks like the tech was having a bit too much fun.
Here are some highlights from his "test drive", there was a lot more footage even one where he sat in the car idling for about 1 hour during his whole lunch break.
Anyways, I'm not even really upset about it. I mean I've driven my car more aggressively but it's a little concerning seeing somebody else flog her around. Anyway guys, enjoy the video. Keep this in mind the next time you take your ISF's in for work if you're OCD about your baby. No harm done, thank goodness.
Lexus tech taking the ISF for a joyride - YouTube
While I was there the service writer asked if there was anything else of concern? I mentioned to him the car has a very slight pull to the right on the freeway since the day I bought it, so maybe have a look at it.
Took my loaner and off I went, get a call about 3 hours later the car was ready. When I picked up my ISF I noticed a 1/4 tank of gas was used up. I came home and pulled the video footage from my dash cam and it looks like the tech was having a bit too much fun.
Here are some highlights from his "test drive", there was a lot more footage even one where he sat in the car idling for about 1 hour during his whole lunch break.
Anyways, I'm not even really upset about it. I mean I've driven my car more aggressively but it's a little concerning seeing somebody else flog her around. Anyway guys, enjoy the video. Keep this in mind the next time you take your ISF's in for work if you're OCD about your baby. No harm done, thank goodness.
Lexus tech taking the ISF for a joyride - YouTube
That looks an awful lot like leverage. Save the video somewhere safe. The next time something goes wrong with the car and Lexus pushes back show them the video. Just make sure they know what happened while they were suppose to be taking care of your car
04-08-16, 03:45 PM
#43
Im sorry to see this man...I'm from Vta County and have been at that dlr once, would never go back there on my life. Oxnard Lexus sux...totally shady bas-Tards in service AND sales. 
04-08-16, 03:53 PM
#44
I've got this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...0003-_-Product
Hardwired to the mirror. Good Reviews and only cost me 50 bux when I bought it a couple of months ago. Works Great, but I can't see the screen when I wear polarized sun glasses
As for the OP, I'd be pissed BIG TIME!
Lou
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...0003-_-Product
Hardwired to the mirror. Good Reviews and only cost me 50 bux when I bought it a couple of months ago. Works Great, but I can't see the screen when I wear polarized sun glasses
As for the OP, I'd be pissed BIG TIME!
Lou
04-08-16, 04:04 PM
#45
Driver School Candidate
The video is pretty cool. Kind of like a "behind the scenes" video.
However, I wouldn't be too happy with the person bouncing off the rev limiter multiple times. I learned how to avoid doing that so I certainly wouldn't want others doing it. Especially when they don't have your permission to abuse your car. That person doesn't have respect for the property of others. They probably shouldn't be in a position to joyride cars. Their supervisor should be made aware of how the vehicle was treated. I wouldn't want to get the person fired, but the supervisor should be informed and they can decide how to handle the situation.
I wouldn't want an oil change or free tank of fuel (dealership trust issues for me). I would want merchandise instead. Maybe Lexus ball cap, golf shirt, fancy pen, etc. But I am sure the service manager would be willing to accommodate you.
You have the power now!! You can play it however you wish.
gtr
However, I wouldn't be too happy with the person bouncing off the rev limiter multiple times. I learned how to avoid doing that so I certainly wouldn't want others doing it. Especially when they don't have your permission to abuse your car. That person doesn't have respect for the property of others. They probably shouldn't be in a position to joyride cars. Their supervisor should be made aware of how the vehicle was treated. I wouldn't want to get the person fired, but the supervisor should be informed and they can decide how to handle the situation.
I wouldn't want an oil change or free tank of fuel (dealership trust issues for me). I would want merchandise instead. Maybe Lexus ball cap, golf shirt, fancy pen, etc. But I am sure the service manager would be willing to accommodate you.
You have the power now!! You can play it however you wish.
gtr