Halfords, LOL,
Halfords, LOL,
I asked the assistant if they had any Plusgas, the look on his face said it all, maybe I was speaking "Russian", he then asked two other assistants if they stock it. All three had never heard of the product but then he pointed to WD40 stating that it was a dedicated penetrating oil. Total disbelief that the biggest car maintenance retailer had no knowledge of car products.
I then sarcastically asked if they sell "Powered by fairy dust" stickers or do they stock the Chrome self adhesive "sport" badges, the assistant pointed to the aisle that they were kept in. That said it all about Halfords
I walked out of there shaking my head.
1990 Eunos Roadster in Mariner DU blue
Cobalt cat back, Decat pipe, 15in Red Rota GT3 alloys, Toyo tyres, Lowered on Coil overs, Red anti roll bars, 14degree timing mod, white dash kit, illuminated side marker lights,
Halo ring headlights, OEM windblocker, Bluetooth streaming HU, Blue leather handbrake and gear lever gaitor, Centre brake/tail light mod, Blue velour door cards, Polished cam cover, Polished front strut bar, 4xheadrest speakers, JDM floor mats, Suede semi dish steering wheel,
This morning I popped into Halfords to buy some penetrating oil as I was off to fit pads and discs to a Jag as I know the disc can get stuck to the hub.
I asked the assistant if they had any Plusgas, the look on his face said it all, maybe I was speaking "Russian", he then asked two other assistants if they stock it. All three had never heard of the product but then he pointed to WD40 stating that it was a dedicated penetrating oil. Total disbelief that the biggest car maintenance retailer had no knowledge of car products.
I then sarcastically asked if they sell "Powered by fairy dust" stickers or do they stock the Chrome self adhesive "sport" badges, the assistant pointed to the aisle that they were kept in. That said it all about Halfords
I walked out of there shaking my head.
1990 Eunos Roadster in Mariner DU blue
Cobalt cat back, Decat pipe, 15in Red Rota GT3 alloys, Toyo tyres, Lowered on Coil overs, Red anti roll bars, 14degree timing mod, white dash kit, illuminated side marker lights,
Halo ring headlights, OEM windblocker, Bluetooth streaming HU, Blue leather handbrake and gear lever gaitor, Centre brake/tail light mod, Blue velour door cards, Polished cam cover, Polished front strut bar, 4xheadrest speakers, JDM floor mats, Suede semi dish steering wheel,
But regardless, 90% of their employees are no more than ex-tesco checkout staff.
ROFL imo they do seem to be departing a bit from the mechanical side of things and concentrating more on cosmetics. For example, you can get some decent waxes/polishes and claybars in there now.
But regardless, 90% of their employees are no more than ex-tesco checkout staff.
1 - To old
2 - knew the difference between a turbo and Super charger
3 - would turn up at work reliably
4 - knew what plusgas was and what it is for (they do sell it)
5 - didn't want to be powered by fairy dust.
6 - wanted more then minimum wage.
"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
27-08-2019, 03:02 AM #4I did apply for a job but was turned down for the following reasons:
1 - To old
2 - knew the difference between a turbo and Super charger
3 - would turn up at work reliably
4 - knew what plusgas was and what it is for (they do sell it)
5 - didn't want to be powered by fairy dust.
6 - wanted more then minimum wage.
"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 I did apply for a job but was turned down for the following reasons:
1 - To old
2 - knew the difference between a turbo and Super charger
3 - would turn up at work reliably
4 - knew what plusgas was and what it is for (they do sell it)
5 - didn't want to be powered by fairy dust.
6 - wanted more then minimum wage.
You missed number 7 - want more than 3 hours a week work
I applied there when I was 17 and they said oh yes we have a job in the bike hit its 3 hours a week you interested I was like erm na I'm Alrite would of been like £12 a week lol
So your tuckin 15's, that's cute but come back to me when you get some proper size wheels
FirebirdPhil I did apply for a job but was turned down for the following reasons:
1 - To old
2 - knew the difference between a turbo and Super charger
3 - would turn up at work reliably
4 - knew what plusgas was and what it is for (they do sell it)
5 - didn't want to be powered by fairy dust.
6 - wanted more then minimum wage.
You missed number 7 - want more than 3 hours a week work
I applied there when I was 17 and they said oh yes we have a job in the bike hit its 3 hours a week you interested I was like erm na I'm Alrite would of been like £12 a week lol
So your tuckin 15's, that's cute but come back to me when you get some proper size wheels
Waste of time in there I only go in there if I know exactly what I want and get it on trade
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I put in a CV when I came back from germany they decided if you had Quals in mechanics you where over qualified for the position :lol:
Waste of time in there I only go in there if I know exactly what I want and get it on trade
Isn't it a bit like going into Ikea and expecting high quality furniture? :biggrin:
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Do you guys not think it's a bit harsh? Should a big high street chain necessarily know about products they don't stock?
Isn't it a bit like going into Ikea and expecting high quality furniture? :biggrin:
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]
1990 Eunos Roadster in Mariner DU blue
Cobalt cat back, Decat pipe, 15in Red Rota GT3 alloys, Toyo tyres, Lowered on Coil overs, Red anti roll bars, 14degree timing mod, white dash kit, illuminated side marker lights,
Halo ring headlights, OEM windblocker, Bluetooth streaming HU, Blue leather handbrake and gear lever gaitor, Centre brake/tail light mod, Blue velour door cards, Polished cam cover, Polished front strut bar, 4xheadrest speakers, JDM floor mats, Suede semi dish steering wheel,
But parth. .three members of staff have never heard of Plus gas..
1990 Eunos Roadster in Mariner DU blue
Cobalt cat back, Decat pipe, 15in Red Rota GT3 alloys, Toyo tyres, Lowered on Coil overs, Red anti roll bars, 14degree timing mod, white dash kit, illuminated side marker lights,
Halo ring headlights, OEM windblocker, Bluetooth streaming HU, Blue leather handbrake and gear lever gaitor, Centre brake/tail light mod, Blue velour door cards, Polished cam cover, Polished front strut bar, 4xheadrest speakers, JDM floor mats, Suede semi dish steering wheel,
they do make me laugh when i worked for the RAC and was in there people would ask questions and 9 out of 10 times i would point them in the right direction cuz the staff who was talking to them was trying to sell them an item they didnt need
for example old couple with a 1ltr car needed a new battery he was trying to sell them one for a 2ltr and more expensive thats just stupidity :lol:
there adverts on tv/radio always say home of all your motoring needs
they do make me laugh when i worked for the RAC and was in there people would ask questions and 9 out of 10 times i would point them in the right direction cuz the staff who was talking to them was trying to sell them an item they didnt need
for example old couple with a 1ltr car needed a new battery he was trying to sell them one for a 2ltr and more expensive thats just stupidity :lol:
I have corrected them many times whilst stood there ! I have no shame in interrupting them !
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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]
Its the same with other stores such as PC world, hate it when they have no idea on what you after, and then even more when they blagging to other customer trying to sell things !
I have corrected them many times whilst stood there ! I have no shame in interrupting them !
[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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