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Surely this is not right?

Surely this is not right?

Saraj
Posting Freak
2,791
25-06-2019, 07:51 AM
#1
Noticed this misalignment whilst cleaning the car today:

[IMG][Image: img131xn.jpg][/IMG]

This is the driver side, all looks right !

[Image: img132c.jpg]

And this on the passenger side, clearly sticking out.

Going to let the leasing company know, as I dont want any blame for it down the line !, but for a brand new car, not sure how they missed this?

[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]
Saraj
25-06-2019, 07:51 AM #1

Noticed this misalignment whilst cleaning the car today:

[IMG][Image: img131xn.jpg][/IMG]

This is the driver side, all looks right !

[Image: img132c.jpg]

And this on the passenger side, clearly sticking out.

Going to let the leasing company know, as I dont want any blame for it down the line !, but for a brand new car, not sure how they missed this?


[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]

FirebirdPhil
Posting Freak
7,101
25-06-2019, 07:59 AM
#2
You would be amazed how many "new" cars have damage repaired before the customer get his/her hands on it. Let the leasing company know ASAP to cover yourself.

"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
FirebirdPhil
25-06-2019, 07:59 AM #2

You would be amazed how many "new" cars have damage repaired before the customer get his/her hands on it. Let the leasing company know ASAP to cover yourself.


"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"

Saraj
Posting Freak
2,791
25-06-2019, 08:13 AM
#3
Yep already emailed them, see what they say !

[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]
Saraj
25-06-2019, 08:13 AM #3

Yep already emailed them, see what they say !


[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]

parthiban
Posting Freak
4,925
26-06-2019, 10:34 AM
#4
That's probably the bonnet needing a bit of alignment? Does it all line up properly at the other end under the windscreen?

2002 '02' IS200 SE Auto - DVD Satnav with Voice Activation - [COLOR="Blue"]Strathcaron Blue - Parking Sensors - 5000K HIDs with Anti-Glare Bulbs - PIAA 6500K Main Beams - LED Sidelights - Mirror/Sunroof Closure - TTE Styling Kit - 18" Styling Kit Alloys with nitrogen filled Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric Tyres - Bluetouch Multimedia Kit - Gromaudio AUX in - Black painted calipers with silver Lexus decals - 12 LED Dome Light - 96 LED Boot Light - Stainless Steel Sport Sill Plates - PIAA Silicone Wipers[/COLOR]
parthiban
26-06-2019, 10:34 AM #4

That's probably the bonnet needing a bit of alignment? Does it all line up properly at the other end under the windscreen?


2002 '02' IS200 SE Auto - DVD Satnav with Voice Activation - [COLOR="Blue"]Strathcaron Blue - Parking Sensors - 5000K HIDs with Anti-Glare Bulbs - PIAA 6500K Main Beams - LED Sidelights - Mirror/Sunroof Closure - TTE Styling Kit - 18" Styling Kit Alloys with nitrogen filled Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric Tyres - Bluetouch Multimedia Kit - Gromaudio AUX in - Black painted calipers with silver Lexus decals - 12 LED Dome Light - 96 LED Boot Light - Stainless Steel Sport Sill Plates - PIAA Silicone Wipers[/COLOR]

Saraj
Posting Freak
2,791
26-06-2019, 03:05 PM
#5
yeah it does, i checked all round to make sure, they company have passed it to they maintenance department who are going to be in touch.

[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]
Saraj
26-06-2019, 03:05 PM #5

yeah it does, i checked all round to make sure, they company have passed it to they maintenance department who are going to be in touch.


[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]

Saraj
Posting Freak
2,791
27-06-2019, 09:25 AM
#6
Thanks everyone for the advice, this is the reply from Nissan to the leasing company, who then forwarded it to me:

"We have had the below response from the supplying dealer.

We have had a response regarding the bonnet on this vehicle and apparently it is quite normal.

Dependant on the bonnet catch there is some amount of alignment movement and this should have no effect on the vehicle whatsoever and it consistent with the manufacture of the vehicle

I hope this helps but please let me know if you have any further questions."

Seems like Nissan have managed to fob off the leasing company.

Do i need to be worried?

[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]
Saraj
27-06-2019, 09:25 AM #6

Thanks everyone for the advice, this is the reply from Nissan to the leasing company, who then forwarded it to me:

"We have had the below response from the supplying dealer.

We have had a response regarding the bonnet on this vehicle and apparently it is quite normal.

Dependant on the bonnet catch there is some amount of alignment movement and this should have no effect on the vehicle whatsoever and it consistent with the manufacture of the vehicle

I hope this helps but please let me know if you have any further questions."

Seems like Nissan have managed to fob off the leasing company.

Do i need to be worried?


[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]

is300_dino
Posting Freak
3,556
27-06-2019, 09:47 AM
#7
id send a mail back stating your not happy with that response, it seems bad they know of the problem yet wont rectify it, it is only a few bolts. you could mail nissan directly im sure hq would like to know if there workmanships slipping or their dealers arent keeping customers happy

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is300_dino
27-06-2019, 09:47 AM #7

id send a mail back stating your not happy with that response, it seems bad they know of the problem yet wont rectify it, it is only a few bolts. you could mail nissan directly im sure hq would like to know if there workmanships slipping or their dealers arent keeping customers happy


jae 2010 best lexus category show and shine winner
jae 2010 ice outlaw award 2nd place
jae 2011 ice outlaw award 1st place

parthiban
Posting Freak
4,925
27-06-2019, 10:49 AM
#8
I wouldn't be worried from the perspective of them saying you've damaged the car when you return it because it looks fine and no one is going to even notice that let alone try and claim for it.

Does it bother you at all?

2002 '02' IS200 SE Auto - DVD Satnav with Voice Activation - [COLOR="Blue"]Strathcaron Blue - Parking Sensors - 5000K HIDs with Anti-Glare Bulbs - PIAA 6500K Main Beams - LED Sidelights - Mirror/Sunroof Closure - TTE Styling Kit - 18" Styling Kit Alloys with nitrogen filled Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric Tyres - Bluetouch Multimedia Kit - Gromaudio AUX in - Black painted calipers with silver Lexus decals - 12 LED Dome Light - 96 LED Boot Light - Stainless Steel Sport Sill Plates - PIAA Silicone Wipers[/COLOR]
parthiban
27-06-2019, 10:49 AM #8

I wouldn't be worried from the perspective of them saying you've damaged the car when you return it because it looks fine and no one is going to even notice that let alone try and claim for it.

Does it bother you at all?


2002 '02' IS200 SE Auto - DVD Satnav with Voice Activation - [COLOR="Blue"]Strathcaron Blue - Parking Sensors - 5000K HIDs with Anti-Glare Bulbs - PIAA 6500K Main Beams - LED Sidelights - Mirror/Sunroof Closure - TTE Styling Kit - 18" Styling Kit Alloys with nitrogen filled Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric Tyres - Bluetouch Multimedia Kit - Gromaudio AUX in - Black painted calipers with silver Lexus decals - 12 LED Dome Light - 96 LED Boot Light - Stainless Steel Sport Sill Plates - PIAA Silicone Wipers[/COLOR]

Saraj
Posting Freak
2,791
27-06-2019, 11:56 AM
#9
is300_dino id send a mail back stating your not happy with that response, it seems bad they know of the problem yet wont rectify it, it is only a few bolts. you could mail nissan directly im sure hq would like to know if there workmanships slipping or their dealers arent keeping customers happy

parthiban I wouldn't be worried from the perspective of them saying you've damaged the car when you return it because it looks fine and no one is going to even notice that let alone try and claim for it.

Does it bother you at all?

Thats the question, does it bother me?, well it does when i am washing it, but not to the point where I want something done about it.

It seems the leasing company are happy for it to stay as it is, in which case i am happy to leave it as it is. As you say you cant really notice it, unless you take a real close look, its just one of those, that when you know about it, it really really annoys you !

End of day cars not mine and I am happy that I have covered my own back

[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]
Saraj
27-06-2019, 11:56 AM #9

is300_dino id send a mail back stating your not happy with that response, it seems bad they know of the problem yet wont rectify it, it is only a few bolts. you could mail nissan directly im sure hq would like to know if there workmanships slipping or their dealers arent keeping customers happy

parthiban I wouldn't be worried from the perspective of them saying you've damaged the car when you return it because it looks fine and no one is going to even notice that let alone try and claim for it.

Does it bother you at all?

Thats the question, does it bother me?, well it does when i am washing it, but not to the point where I want something done about it.

It seems the leasing company are happy for it to stay as it is, in which case i am happy to leave it as it is. As you say you cant really notice it, unless you take a real close look, its just one of those, that when you know about it, it really really annoys you !

End of day cars not mine and I am happy that I have covered my own back


[COLOR="Gray"]December 2008: Crashed Lexus IS200 - Cat B Write Off
August 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Minor Damage DIY Repair
November 2009: Crashed Vauxhall Astra - Scratches To Bumper No Repair Required
February 2010: Other Party Crashed Into Astra - Extensive Damage To Rear -Settled With Third Party's Insurance
Anyone dare To Predict The Future?[/COLOR]

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