Getting Very Frustrated.........

DinoJ · 06-17-2009, 02:03 PM

About a month ago, after the accident I had, a Geico insurance representative came and had my car towed to get repaired.

Geico paid for a months worth of car rental, and the repair shop gave me about a month estimated time, or so. 3 weeks in I call to check on the progress and I am told that because the car is so new it took a while to get the parts, but that they have just come in and it's about a week and half worth of work.

That was last week. So I call again today and he says that they accidentally ordered the wrong parts, and that they have ordered the correct ones now. So once they get the parts, its still about a weeks work. This to me, seems like it could be up to another month now before I get my car.

And now without a rental car (unless I have to pay for it myself) i'm left scratching my head as to how to deal with this. I could use my bike but it's been raining a lot and it isnt ideal for an everyday seeing as I have to lug around alot of equiptment for my work.

Just needed a vent

Anyone else think im getting screwed?

semtex · 06-17-2009, 02:06 PM

Have you called Geico to ask them if you can get another rental car? The circumstances aren't within your control, after all.

FricFrac · 06-17-2009, 02:07 PM

Sounds to me like the guy that screwed up should be paying for your rental car - eg the guy who ordered in the wrong parts.

SoCal 370Z · 06-17-2009, 02:09 PM

I don't believe you're getting screwed, it's more a matter of the sign of the times with both inventory and the economy. No one wants to carry inventory that they do not have to carry, and the 370Z is new and limited here in the States.

SoCal 370Z · 06-17-2009, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FricFrac

Sounds to me like the guy that screwed up should be paying for your rental car - eg the guy who ordered in the wrong parts.

Modshack · 06-17-2009, 02:25 PM

I am going through the exact same thing, though since someone besides me caused the accident, the rental car is not an issue. I have a lovely POS Lincoln Town car. My accident happened 2 months ago. Drivable but not pretty. It has now been in the body shop for 3+ weeks and only the front will be done when I (hopefully) get it in a day or 2. They sat on it for 2 full weeks hoping the rear parts would arrive, getting various promises from the parts dealer. It will take another MONTH to get the rear skin from Nissan as none are in the supply line, then I'll have to go through this all over again. It's a real PITA, especially since the car was 5 days old when I got whacked..Nissan cannot supply a full range of parts for this car at this time

I just realized, after seeing your pics, that you're waiting for some of the same parts I am. Good luck...Better work out that rental thing or buy a temporary beater..

FricFrac · 06-17-2009, 02:39 PM

What are you talking about ModShack. I though you blinged out the Lincoln Town Car. Didn't you put the fluff performance decals on it? That should be good for another 50HP at least ;P

Modshack · 06-17-2009, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FricFrac

What are you talking about ModShack. I though you blinged out the Lincoln Town Car. Didn't you put the fluff performance decals on it? That should be good for another 50HP at least ;P

Ha ha! I Did! It's still a POS. My wife wants it out of the driveway!

RDGR12 · 06-17-2009, 05:55 PM

You should've gotten an extension on your car rental, or until you get the car back. It's not your fault the wrong parts were ordered. Plus, that's what you're paying them for.

AK370Z · 06-17-2009, 06:09 PM

hmm interesting. who was at fault at the accident? I had a accident in my 350Z where someone bumped into me at 75 MPH and totally made me do a 360 in a crowded highway

. Long story short, I was told by her insurance company (21st century) that I can have a rental car as long as I want until they fix my car. Not only that, they told me I can get w/e rental I want! Now that's a good insurance company!

If it's the other persons fault, his insurance company should provide you with a rental until your car fixed. If it's the body shop that screwing up, then have them get you the rental (tell them to talk to the ins company).

semtex · 06-17-2009, 06:14 PM

Hit and run. This one's kinda strange. Here's the original thread re. his accident. Just crashed

06-17-2009, 02:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
DinoJ Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 87 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 262	Getting Very Frustrated......... About a month ago, after the accident I had, a Geico insurance representative came and had my car towed to get repaired. Geico paid for a months worth of car rental, and the repair shop gave me about a month estimated time, or so. 3 weeks in I call to check on the progress and I am told that because the car is so new it took a while to get the parts, but that they have just come in and it's about a week and half worth of work. That was last week. So I call again today and he says that they accidentally ordered the wrong parts, and that they have ordered the correct ones now. So once they get the parts, its still about a weeks work. This to me, seems like it could be up to another month now before I get my car. And now without a rental car (unless I have to pay for it myself) i'm left scratching my head as to how to deal with this. I could use my bike but it's been raining a lot and it isnt ideal for an everyday seeing as I have to lug around alot of equiptment for my work. Just needed a vent Anyone else think im getting screwed?

06-17-2009, 02:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	Have you called Geico to ask them if you can get another rental car? The circumstances aren't within your control, after all. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

06-17-2009, 02:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
SoCal 370Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: US of A Posts: 2,842 Drives: Answers Rep Power: 33	I don't believe you're getting screwed, it's more a matter of the sign of the times with both inventory and the economy. No one wants to carry inventory that they do not have to carry, and the 370Z is new and limited here in the States. __________________ ( Click to show/hide ) Why I NEVER say NO to the Panda Lou Fusz!!!

06-17-2009, 02:25 PM	#6 (permalink)
Modshack A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greenville NC Posts: 2,883 Drives: 370Z Sport Rep Power: 976	I am going through the exact same thing, though since someone besides me caused the accident, the rental car is not an issue. I have a lovely POS Lincoln Town car. My accident happened 2 months ago. Drivable but not pretty. It has now been in the body shop for 3+ weeks and only the front will be done when I (hopefully) get it in a day or 2. They sat on it for 2 full weeks hoping the rear parts would arrive, getting various promises from the parts dealer. It will take another MONTH to get the rear skin from Nissan as none are in the supply line, then I'll have to go through this all over again. It's a real PITA, especially since the car was 5 days old when I got whacked..Nissan cannot supply a full range of parts for this car at this time I just realized, after seeing your pics, that you're waiting for some of the same parts I am. Good luck...Better work out that rental thing or buy a temporary beater.. __________________ Steal my car! (SOLD)...Now Porsche Cayman S Oil Cooler DIY: Here! Last edited by Modshack; 06-17-2009 at 10:25 PM.

06-17-2009, 06:09 PM	#10 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	hmm interesting. who was at fault at the accident? I had a accident in my 350Z where someone bumped into me at 75 MPH and totally made me do a 360 in a crowded highway . Long story short, I was told by her insurance company (21st century) that I can have a rental car as long as I want until they fix my car. Not only that, they told me I can get w/e rental I want! Now that's a good insurance company! If it's the other persons fault, his insurance company should provide you with a rental until your car fixed. If it's the body shop that screwing up, then have them get you the rental (tell them to talk to the ins company). __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

06-17-2009, 02:07 PM	#3 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 228	Sounds to me like the guy that screwed up should be paying for your rental car - eg the guy who ordered in the wrong parts.

06-17-2009, 02:39 PM	#7 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 228	What are you talking about ModShack. I though you blinged out the Lincoln Town Car. Didn't you put the fluff performance decals on it? That should be good for another 50HP at least ;P

06-17-2009, 05:55 PM	#9 (permalink)
RDGR12 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Bruno, CA Posts: 90 Drives: An Old Beater Rep Power: 16	You should've gotten an extension on your car rental, or until you get the car back. It's not your fault the wrong parts were ordered. Plus, that's what you're paying them for.

06-17-2009, 06:14 PM	#11 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	Hit and run. This one's kinda strange. Here's the original thread re. his accident. Just crashed __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.