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andy2485

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hello, I am working with a local news station to make bring atteition to the ripoff of dealership protection packages, and how over priced they are. I was wondering what any of your experiences are with dealership protection packages. Does anyone have or know any good science on this? I know we all know we can get better products on AG than what the dealership offers but does anyone have good proof as it relates to the longevity of sealants and interior protectant. any links, or anything will help!!

thanks!
 
Some of the products they offer are very similar to what autogeek offers. Simonize Glasscoat appears to be a decent product. The prices are high compared to having it installed by a detailer or doing it yourself. I would be very careful what you say on TV about other businesses.
 
in my experiences dealerships overcharge $100's!! paint sealant and interior protection for $500!!! c'mon!! paint sealant that clams to last 7 years!!!! no way
 
rustytruck said:
Some of the products they offer are very similar to what autogeek offers. Simonize Glasscoat appears to be a decent product. The prices are high compared to having it installed by a detailer or doing it yourself. I would be very careful what you say on TV about other businesses.
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I agree with this. Yeah a true speciality detailer is much better than a car dealership but it is kind of shady to attack another business. That is very low class in my eyes. And I bet that the car dealer could come right back with something to put you right out of business. Watch what you say. You are a little gold fish trying to attack a shark. Just be careful and make sure you have class or you will look like a loser and a joke and probably not gain much business
 
This is something you should just not do IMO. This doesnt help you or will it help you in an way.

As Nate said if you have a business or are looking to start one then this makes you look very unprofessional.

Yes, most of us here know not to let the dealer touch our cars but we here are a very small percent of people that know most dealership will cause some damage. However, there are some that do quality work though they maybe few are far between there can be good work found. Yes they may over charge but they are making money and thats good for them.

Attacking a dealship with a news crew is just a mistake IMO. Let you work speak for it self. Word of mouth will make or break you. Let those who want to go to a dealship go and let those who you have done work for tell everyone all the good things you have done and how satisfied they are.

Life is all about making choices.
 
Don't attack, just talk about the facts. Products such as Xzilon require bi-yearly re application, whereas something such as opti-coat is permanent.

Talk about the difference between sealants, and coatings. Talk about how many of these dealership products can be applied with little or no effort.

Do NOT attack the dealerships personally. You do not want to be associated with a hit piece. Talk about the differences, what you offer, talk about spending more time on the vehicles, caring for each one like it was your own etc..

Make it positive, kind of like the dealership stuff is okay, but you offer better products at a lower price, with more customer service and professionalism.

Also, be VERY careful with this. You never know how much this station will chop and cut your parts to make it look like a hit piece and edit out your key points. I would get into this with great caution if I were you.
 
I agree with everyone else's warnings... this seems like more trouble than it is worth.
 
As most have said, go 'gentle'!

You don't want to get into some sort of liable/slanderous situation. A legal hassle is not fun nor is it cheap.

Keep us all in the loop...

Bill
 
Being that I (and possibly yourself) live in a very litigious society...
Libel/Slander law suits are always a likelihood with 'stories' such as you're proposing.
It's a slippery-slope you are contemplating to tread...IMHO.

Then again:
Why not just go for the jugular and remind everyone how big of not only a: Money-pit a vehicle becomes...
but also what % a vehicle's "Blue Book"-value drops, immediately after it is purchased/financed and
then driven off the dealerships' lots. Talk about a rip-off!!


Bob
 
do you at least have a choice in your area? Seems like all the Tulsa dealers are putting their "coatings" on whether you like it or not.
 
You're stirring up a wasps nest if there ever was one. Not sure if you know it, but most dealerships are friendly with other dealerships. You try to chip away at a huge revenue stream, you're bound to get stung. I certainly wouldn't call anything a ripoff.

You might cite consumer reports' stance on the issue, then offer some alternatives.
 
There's an old saying: Let sleeping dogs lie.

If it's really in your heart to do, more power to ya. However, I have to agree with those discouraging you. Imaging what you could do investing time and energy in a more constructive manner, for yourself, for your business. I wouldn't dignify it's existence with giving it more press.

That's just me though. You are your own person.
 
You are better off just doing something to promote your business instead of attacking another. You'd be mad if someone did it to you so don't do it to them. If you are truly better, consistently produce a great product
 
It's best to leave this issue alone. You don't know what products they are using or what terms their customers are agreeing with to have the protection the dealers are providing.

Derrick
 
I'm not putting my name out there, and I'm not targeting one specific dealershipdealership. ive been jn the business for 7 years and I'm tired of seeing people being taken advantage of. this will be more of a education piece so far. it's in the beginning stages still.
 
andy2485 said:
I'm not putting my name out there, and I'm not targeting one specific dealershipdealership. ive been jn the business for 7 years and I'm tired of seeing people being taken advantage of. this will be more of a education piece so far. it's in the beginning stages still.
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Perhaps you could get ask the dealerships to speak about their products as well. Specifically ask them about independent testing of their products and if the customer has to come back every six months for the warranty to stay in tact.

Let them hang themselves....
 
If you are going to pursue this you need facts not speculation to avoid getting your ass handed to you in court. Get the "fine print" for each product to see what it really entails. Wording like "Dealer must reapply twice annually" or similar. A copy of what the customer signs for each product you intend to "expose" would be extremely helpful and could not be questioned. Getting those copies would be the tough part.
 
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