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JSkibisky · 05-30-2009, 05:45 AM

... you have to remember that this is a new car, and a really desirable one.
Things like markups over MSRP happened with the Challenger, with the Mustang in 2005, and continues with the GT500. That's simply supply and demand.

Regarding some of the more unscrupulous activities by a small number of dealers, there are, unfortunately, a few that behave that way. Chevrolet should.. and we've seen in some examples, has... done everything they can to assist the buyer. It's unfortunate that the actions of these few reflects badly on GM and dealer body at large. Let's remember that, for every bad apple, there are hundreds of CamaroScotty's out there (well... we know that there is only one CamaroScotty !! ... but you get my point).

As for the damage in transit, that happens all the time... I've always purchased new cars and special ordered them... three of them arrived with damage. Some of the damage we've seen recently is a bit extreme... witness the recent post by Carl241 (and this sort of situation warrants review of the transportation contractors by Chevrolet)... but, again, it's (unfortunately) not unusual.

Negative reviews? ... hey, everyone has an opinion. Ultimately, when you're buying a car, only one opinion matters... yours.

The "mismatched paint" and "cracked front bumper" things are simply panic du jours. Other issues are just the sort of thing that happens with any car... new or otherwise.
As you read any of the other car forums, I'm sure you see that they all have their issues. There were plenty of issues and TSBs on the S197 Mustang, but when I weighed the pros and cons, I still bought one in 2007... and was glad I did.

I'm looking forward to a 2010 Camaro, but am going to wait... not due to any concerns with the car, GM, the dealership, etc... but with "continued employment" (my company has had reductions in 9 of the last 12 months, so I'm hesitant to buy a big-ticket item like a car, right now).

So, I understand your concerns... if you decide to "pull the trigger", then I hope you have a trouble-free experience and enjoy every mile in your new car. If you wait, you still get to hang out here with a really great group of people and talk about a fabulous car !! Either way... enjoy !!

05-30-2009, 05:45 AM	#1112
JSkibisky Drives: 2010 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Connecticut Posts: 254	... you have to remember that this is a new car, and a really desirable one. Things like markups over MSRP happened with the Challenger, with the Mustang in 2005, and continues with the GT500. That's simply supply and demand. Regarding some of the more unscrupulous activities by a small number of dealers, there are, unfortunately, a few that behave that way. Chevrolet should.. and we've seen in some examples, has... done everything they can to assist the buyer. It's unfortunate that the actions of these few reflects badly on GM and dealer body at large. Let's remember that, for every bad apple, there are hundreds of CamaroScotty's out there (well... we know that there is only one CamaroScotty !! ... but you get my point). As for the damage in transit, that happens all the time... I've always purchased new cars and special ordered them... three of them arrived with damage. Some of the damage we've seen recently is a bit extreme... witness the recent post by Carl241 (and this sort of situation warrants review of the transportation contractors by Chevrolet)... but, again, it's (unfortunately) not unusual. Negative reviews? ... hey, everyone has an opinion. Ultimately, when you're buying a car, only one opinion matters... yours. The "mismatched paint" and "cracked front bumper" things are simply panic du jours. Other issues are just the sort of thing that happens with any car... new or otherwise. As you read any of the other car forums, I'm sure you see that they all have their issues. There were plenty of issues and TSBs on the S197 Mustang, but when I weighed the pros and cons, I still bought one in 2007... and was glad I did. I'm looking forward to a 2010 Camaro, but am going to wait... not due to any concerns with the car, GM, the dealership, etc... but with "continued employment" (my company has had reductions in 9 of the last 12 months, so I'm hesitant to buy a big-ticket item like a car, right now). So, I understand your concerns... if you decide to "pull the trigger", then I hope you have a trouble-free experience and enjoy every mile in your new car. If you wait, you still get to hang out here with a really great group of people and talk about a fabulous car !! Either way... enjoy !!