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SIN R G · 11-09-2012, 02:29 PM

Consumer Reports is a total joke, I would not listen to anything from them. I only read it at the dentist office when I have read everything else.

union894 · 11-09-2012, 04:06 PM

I cannot stand consumer reports,I purchased items that they recommended and they all were junk,and the things they say were not recommended in most cases were good,2010 Camaro SS,2003 Ford Expedition which I bought new and is still running great.F*** me why did I say that

the engine will probably drop out.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 11-09-2012, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Stealth6

I agree...

Consumer Reports is a good magazine for Vacumm cleaner and minivan reviews. CS is also good for folks looking at replacing their econobox. Anyone looking for a luxury car or a performance car would be better served looking at another magazine.

CR Must maintain a bit of uniqueness to survive, and unfortunately they have done this in the past be distortion of the facts...... Remember the Chrysler K Car rollover fiascoes of the 80's? All proven to be within the norms for those type vehicles.

CR has been found guilty in the past of a number of exaggerated concerns, a proven fact. Yes they take ZERO advertising dollars, but you know what? That puts the pressure back on them even more to sell magazines and subscriptions, because that is the main source of revenue for them. So if you can't come to the table with something unique from the competition, you will have those few sources of income dwindle and you cease to exist.

The problem is in something as complex as an automobile it is difficult for the experts to agree, much less a company that also tests dog food.

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Originally Posted by Bonanza7

They are east coast liberals, and love anything made anywhere other than the US. They really can't hide their prejudice anymore and on occasion recommend a Yank...in this case Canuck car.

It's still an American car....and Don't insult the rest of us on the east coast with such language...

Angrybird 12 · 11-09-2012, 06:08 PM

I haven't trusted anything CR has written about since shortly after I had a new HVAC system installed in my home I saw a review of my exact system. They ranked it last in reliability. Well that was in 1999. Since then I have spent a total of $80 in repairs on it 6 years ago when the purge blower on the furnace went out.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 11-09-2012, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

I haven't trusted anything CR has written about since shortly after I had a new HVAC system installed in my home I saw a review of my exact system. They ranked it last in reliability. Well that was in 1999. Since then I have spent a total of $80 in repairs on it 6 years ago when the purge blower on the furnace went out.

The biggest problem with Consumer Reports is that it is populated with input by consumers...and the reality is...consumers are inept.

Ozzie RS · 11-10-2012, 02:55 AM

Consumer Reports can kiss my a.. I don't trust them at all. You have to read between the lines with them and some of it is good and other reports are not so accurate. They have an agenda but I can't figure out what it is.

Hercules · 11-10-2012, 06:42 AM

I can't say that I really trusted CR for much. Being a mechanic I always trusted what I saw come in the garage and my customers always trusted what I recommended. When it comes to a car or anything I truly believe word of mouth is the best review, not a book, that is out there. When it comes to automobiles I would trust an independent garage over a dealer for obvious reasons. If I work on a certain model 40 hours a week I would be partial to them.

Bonanza7 · 11-10-2012, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham

It's still an American car....and Don't insult the rest of us on the east coast with such language...

I insulted snarky East Coast libs, which is what CU is.

blackswan · 11-10-2012, 08:17 AM

Bought oven and washer drier pair based on their recommendations

Worst appliances i ever owned.

*DGthe3* · 11-12-2012, 07:16 PM

I've never given the ratings by Consumer Reports any weight. The method they use for getting reliability data is inherently biased and unreliable, and their vehicle testing is a complete joke. SUVs get judged on the exact same criteria as sports cars and midsize sedans.

dkp2LT · 11-12-2012, 07:20 PM

I read and use CR as I do any other tool I use to make a decision. Informational but by no means an end all to decide my purchases.

MBS · 11-12-2012, 07:22 PM

Same here i have a 2010 and it has been a great car , Only blew a steering pump hose once, I think CR does not know what the hell they are talking about , Just like Comrando said they rate a saab high , Any repair bill on those and your wallet is empty, There is no wauy you can judge a car like that .

Stormyone · 11-12-2012, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by TooCool5

Same here, only minor issues, My radio nob also is the same. Is there a fix?

I am going to buy some of those aftermarket knob covers... I can't decide if I want silver, black or the inferno orange.....

*DGthe3* · 11-12-2012, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by dkp2LT

I read and use CR as I do any other tool I use to make a decision. Informational but by no means an end all to decide my purchases.

Bad information is rarely of benefit to the decision making process

11-09-2012, 06:08 PM	#18
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	I haven't trusted anything CR has written about since shortly after I had a new HVAC system installed in my home I saw a review of my exact system. They ranked it last in reliability. Well that was in 1999. Since then I have spent a total of $80 in repairs on it 6 years ago when the purge blower on the furnace went out. __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

11-10-2012, 02:55 AM	#20
Ozzie RS Drives: '11 Camaro RS 2LT Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Kingwood,TX Posts: 666	Consumer Reports can kiss my a.. I don't trust them at all. You have to read between the lines with them and some of it is good and other reports are not so accurate. They have an agenda but I can't figure out what it is. __________________

11-12-2012, 07:16 PM	#24
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,372	I've never given the ratings by Consumer Reports any weight. The method they use for getting reliability data is inherently biased and unreliable, and their vehicle testing is a complete joke. SUVs get judged on the exact same criteria as sports cars and midsize sedans. __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

11-09-2012, 02:29 PM	#15
SIN R G Drives: 2008 VW R32, 2011 Synergy Green 2SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Randolph, Wisconsin Posts: 1,544	Consumer Reports is a total joke, I would not listen to anything from them. I only read it at the dentist office when I have read everything else.

11-09-2012, 04:06 PM	#16
union894 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2ss 8A Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 394 View My Garage	I cannot stand consumer reports,I purchased items that they recommended and they all were junk,and the things they say were not recommended in most cases were good,2010 Camaro SS,2003 Ford Expedition which I bought new and is still running great.F*** me why did I say that the engine will probably drop out.

11-10-2012, 06:42 AM	#21
Hercules Drives: 13 ZL1 1091, 04 Ram 2500, 12 CX9 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 559 View My Garage	I can't say that I really trusted CR for much. Being a mechanic I always trusted what I saw come in the garage and my customers always trusted what I recommended. When it comes to a car or anything I truly believe word of mouth is the best review, not a book, that is out there. When it comes to automobiles I would trust an independent garage over a dealer for obvious reasons. If I work on a certain model 40 hours a week I would be partial to them.

11-10-2012, 08:17 AM	#23
blackswan Drives: 2012 2LT/RS Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Northeast Posts: 1,443	Bought oven and washer drier pair based on their recommendations Worst appliances i ever owned.

11-12-2012, 07:20 PM	#25
dkp2LT Drives: '11 2SS, '11 C6 GS, '04 MDX Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kearney, MO Posts: 2,848	I read and use CR as I do any other tool I use to make a decision. Informational but by no means an end all to decide my purchases.

11-12-2012, 07:22 PM	#26
MBS Drives: 2010 rs 2lt Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: wisconsin Posts: 2,497	Same here i have a 2010 and it has been a great car , Only blew a steering pump hose once, I think CR does not know what the hell they are talking about , Just like Comrando said they rate a saab high , Any repair bill on those and your wallet is empty, There is no wauy you can judge a car like that .