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Old 08-26-08, 06:11 PM
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Default Weird Experience at local Lexus Dealership.

I dropped off my IS300 at the local Lexus Dealership last week. After dropping $800 bucks on new front wheel bearing/hub, and a transmission flush... I picked up my car on Monday and found these issues:

-Car only vacuumed, not washed
-Someone tampered with my S2K push start button (work was done outside, not inside the car)
-rear car seats have red stains


I don't service my car there often because I do most of my work. I'm sorry but this is ridiculous. I called the service manager but he is gone for the day. What should I ask in return for this poor service?
Old 08-26-08, 06:19 PM
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as far as I know, you are given the option to choose whether or not you want a wash or not (for fear of putting swirlmarks). what do you mean by 'tampering'?

let the manager know of this. If he does not sympathize, contact corporate

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Old 08-27-08, 09:38 AM
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My initial question would be did they document somewhere your concerns when you picked up the car and the damages you have? I hope so as that will strengthen your case. Persoanlly I wont have them was my car for obvious reasons.

I wouldnt recommend a corporate attack. They wouldnt do anything. Start with your advisor, then Service Manager, then Service Director if none of those work go to General Manager of dealer. I have done this and been met very positively. Also if the work was warranty work you could also get a survey, that alone is enough of an "ace in the hole" you can play with management to get your needs met.
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