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04-04-2013, 03:01 PM
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#26 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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Is their anywhere to re-watch this ???? Please and thanks.
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04-07-2013, 07:03 PM
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#27 | | Rs has made me the man i am today!
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Originally Posted by cougar_boy  | I met the owner's father today as I was picking up a Miata shift knob at his home and if he's any indication then they are a legit business. Super nice guy, currently restoring a beautiful Cortina in his garage and is parting out a written off Miata (he's a regular on the Miata forums).
I had looked at their ads before and wasn't sure what to make of them but the chat with him gives me a lot of confidence in his son's business.
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07-07-2013, 05:38 PM
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#28 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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07-07-2013, 05:56 PM
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#29 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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This dealer is SKETCHY! I came from victoria cause a 00' 911 Carrera was advertised at half price. Prior to, i had asked over a dozen questions so it wouldn't be a waste. Salesman/owners lie threw their teeth! Said car was inspected. Signal not working. Tires not sealed to rim. Oil leaking etc. I said I'd buy the car if they did the brakes battery and service as oil was blk and brakes were grinding plus battery was dead. They said they said to go to the mall well they did it before they close which I did but when I later had it inspected at my shop Back in vic the brakes were just a pad slam with the worst pads I have seen (or heard for that matter) They didn't use shims (they were sliding around) tripped the brake sensor light. Battery was used (died few days later) oil was not changed! And then there were the other 5 cosmetic probs plus an oil leak as I mentioned & to get around that and make a sale they said "we'll throw in a free warranty, just wait a few weeks then tell lubrico warranty that it started leaking out of no where" basically letting it fall on them! I thought the signal, tire issue and the rest of the cosmetic issues I would handle myself but in the end I had to do it ALL!!! Months later the cars mint but thats after a few grand and hours upon hours of my detailing etc. This day n' age I don't know HOW this dealer operates!!! The place is a mess. Cars arnt detailed let alone cleaned. The "mechanics" are 19 year old kids &They SMOKE INSIDE THE DEALER! GROSS! How is it not shut down??? Any other experiences since? Cheers!
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07-07-2013, 06:29 PM
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#30 | | I don't like cheese but I love milk!
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Originally Posted by vicguy This dealer is SKETCHY! I came from victoria cause a 00' 911 Carrera was advertised at half price. Prior to, i had asked over a dozen questions so it wouldn't be a waste. Salesman/owners lie threw their teeth! Said car was inspected. Signal not working. Tires not sealed to rim. Oil leaking etc. I said I'd buy the car if they did the brakes battery and service as oil was blk and brakes were grinding plus battery was dead. They said they said to go to the mall well they did it before they close which I did but when I later had it inspected at my shop Back in vic the brakes were just a pad slam with the worst pads I have seen (or heard for that matter) They didn't use shims (they were sliding around) tripped the brake sensor light. Battery was used (died few days later) oil was not changed! And then there were the other 5 cosmetic probs plus an oil leak as I mentioned & to get around that and make a sale they said "we'll throw in a free warranty, just wait a few weeks then tell lubrico warranty that it started leaking out of no where" basically letting it fall on them! I thought the signal, tire issue and the rest of the cosmetic issues I would handle myself but in the end I had to do it ALL!!! Months later the cars mint but thats after a few grand and hours upon hours of my detailing etc. This day n' age I don't know HOW this dealer operates!!! The place is a mess. Cars arnt detailed let alone cleaned. The "mechanics" are 19 year old kids &They SMOKE INSIDE THE DEALER! GROSS! How is it not shut down??? Any other experiences since? Cheers!
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07-07-2013, 07:42 PM
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#31 | | Even when im right, revscene.net is still right!
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Originally Posted by vicguy This dealer is SKETCHY! I came from victoria cause a 00' 911 Carrera was advertised at half price. Prior to, i had asked over a dozen questions so it wouldn't be a waste. Salesman/owners lie threw their teeth! Said car was inspected. Signal not working. Tires not sealed to rim. Oil leaking etc. I said I'd buy the car if they did the brakes battery and service as oil was blk and brakes were grinding plus battery was dead. They said they said to go to the mall well they did it before they close which I did but when I later had it inspected at my shop Back in vic the brakes were just a pad slam with the worst pads I have seen (or heard for that matter) They didn't use shims (they were sliding around) tripped the brake sensor light. Battery was used (died few days later) oil was not changed! And then there were the other 5 cosmetic probs plus an oil leak as I mentioned & to get around that and make a sale they said "we'll throw in a free warranty, just wait a few weeks then tell lubrico warranty that it started leaking out of no where" basically letting it fall on them! I thought the signal, tire issue and the rest of the cosmetic issues I would handle myself but in the end I had to do it ALL!!! Months later the cars mint but thats after a few grand and hours upon hours of my detailing etc. This day n' age I don't know HOW this dealer operates!!! The place is a mess. Cars arnt detailed let alone cleaned. The "mechanics" are 19 year old kids &They SMOKE INSIDE THE DEALER! GROSS! How is it not shut down??? Any other experiences since? Cheers!
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07-07-2013, 09:51 PM
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#32 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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Read the post!! I agreed to the deal if they replaced what I said. They were supposed to. Worst case I had the warranty company to go threw which did help. I was looking for a white tiptronic convertible carrera with good km for under $15000 (Usually unheard of!)In the end as I said it was worth it. Similar cars chipped with $12000 in custom add ons go for $35000. I'm just saying someone going in blind would be screwed especially someone looking for a dime a dozen corolla accord Altima etc. in that case you might as well buy from ANYWHERE ELSE BUT. Which that dealer DOES sell a lot of. I looked passed a LOT for this car where I almost Wouldent the 2nd time. Just trying to warn people! In the end I got the $4000 from them I was out withOUT the MVSA or laywer! That incident drawn out should have knocked some SENCE in to them but probably not!
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07-07-2013, 09:54 PM
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#33 | | I bringith the lowerballerith
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Originally Posted by vicguy Read the post!! I agreed to the deal if they replaced what I said. | You should have waited until they actually replaced what needed to be replaced before even buying the car
It's like those craigslist scammers running around the automotive services section making unwary people pay for parts to be replaced but they run off with your money
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07-07-2013, 10:28 PM
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#34 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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I was buying it anyway weather they fixed the stuff and I did the rest or they lie and said they fixed it and me talking them down as I did. Funny part is the car is seen in the W5 Undercover Video! haha  | |
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11-06-2013, 09:59 AM
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#35 | | RS Lurker, I don't post!
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| None of the information posted above by vicguy relates to Company of Cars.
We have not had a 2000 Carrera in our dealership this year - nor have we had one in the last 2 years, according to our database - the lot shown in that photo is not that of Company of Cars, we would never advertise anything at "half price" and we have no mechanics on staff.
Any and all work done to the cars we sell is either performed by the major dealerships they originate from ie MCL, Ferrari etc or the work is done by BC Government certified shops.
We have, as does every business in BC, a non-smoking environment and quite apart from that I personally would never allow anyone, customer or employee to smoke within the premises.
We have never had any association with "Lubrico Warranty" and have never sold or used any of their products.
I am the person referred to by supafamous, I work at this dealership in a management capacity and supafamous summed up how we are seen within the industry and I will be more than happy to answer any questions anyone has about our dealership.
None of the information posted above by vicguy relates to Company of Cars.
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11-06-2013, 10:53 AM
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#36 | | It's like going crazy when you're already nuts
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Originally Posted by sideways None of the information posted above by vicguy relates to Company of Cars.
We have not had a 2000 Carrera in our dealership this year - nor have we had one in the last 2 years, according to our database - the lot shown in that photo is not that of Company of Cars, we would never advertise anything at "half price" and we have no mechanics on staff.
Any and all work done to the cars we sell is either performed by the major dealerships they originate from ie MCL, Ferrari etc or the work is done by BC Government certified shops.
We have, as does every business in BC, a non-smoking environment and quite apart from that I personally would never allow anyone, customer or employee to smoke within the premises.
We have never had any association with "Lubrico Warranty" and have never sold or used any of their products.
I am the person referred to by supafamous, I work at this dealership in a management capacity and supafamous summed up how we are seen within the industry and I will be more than happy to answer any questions anyone has about our dealership.
None of the information posted above by vicguy relates to Company of Cars. | I can see why you might have been confused, but I am pretty sure Vicguy is speaking about his experiences with Lucky 8. Posted via RS Mobile | |
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11-06-2013, 01:09 PM
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#37 | | RS Lurker, I don't post!
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Thanks jing, I wondered about that but it appeared to be directed at us - and I didn't want to PM him in case it looked like we were trying to bypass the system.
Its all good then and I can tell the boss (my son, go figure!) that it had nothing to do with us.
Interesting site this, lots to read, no doubt I will be using this site to see what the best drivetrain is for my Cortina...
Thanks again for the heads up on this jing.
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11-06-2013, 02:05 PM
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#38 | | RS Veteran
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LOL I ride my bike past Company of Cars all the time and I am positive that their sales facility DOES NOT look anything like the one posted by vivguy. 
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11-06-2013, 02:33 PM
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#39 | | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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I'd actually like to see how big dealerships are rated. I would consider Eagle Ridge GM a spam dealership rather than a car dealership.
I almost bought a car from there 3 times but always had a sour vibe from the place. They have a brutal time keeping up with inventory.
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11-06-2013, 08:24 PM
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#40 | | I STILL don't get it
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well well.. I used to live in Van.. bought a couple used cars.. and honestly.. I try to stay away from those shady dealerships.. thought they were bad..
annnnnnnnd until I tried selling used cars in TW..
Damn.. cut and weld.. 1/4.. front and rear.. water.. swimmers.. taxies.. damn you name it I got it.. so yea, feel better gaiz?
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11-06-2013, 11:09 PM
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#42 | | F**K YOUR HEAD
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Originally Posted by GS8 I'd actually like to see how big dealerships are rated. I would consider Eagle Ridge GM a spam dealership rather than a car dealership.
I almost bought a car from there 3 times but always had a sour vibe from the place. They have a brutal time keeping up with inventory. | Lol the decor in that place looked like a Price is Right showcase from 20 years ago last time I was there
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11-06-2013, 11:48 PM
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#43 | | RS controls my life!
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I had such a difficult time trying to read vicguy's postings. Was like reading one loooong sentence with no punctuations. Couldn't help reading it in my head with an "english as a second language" accent.
Pretty much all these used car dealers sell rebuilt or out of province vehicles. They are general cheaper for a reason
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11-07-2013, 10:19 AM
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#44 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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Factory car dealerships do sell the cars their customers wanted to trade in to used car dealerships if they don't want it on their lots.
I traded in an A4 avant to an Infiniti dealership and they told me they don't sell German cars on their lot so they will have to sell it to a used car dealer. And guess where the avant ended up at, yup, Lucky 8.
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11-27-2013, 09:16 PM
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#45 | | I am Hook'd on RS
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I think I bought that Acura Integra with bent unibody from Luxor motors. For 3988.
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11-29-2013, 08:40 AM
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#46 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by Louhasnocash I think I bought that Acura Integra with bent unibody from Luxor motors. For 3988.
Posted via RS Mobile | i have to ask... did you get it inspected before buying, and if not... why?!?
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#47 | | spammin my services for a case of stella...
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‘m sorry for bringing this thread back but is there anyone out here with some recent experiences with Lucky8 dealership? I am planning to possibly buy a vehicle from them in the next 2-4 days.
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06-13-2015, 03:34 PM
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#48 | | I *heart* Revscene.net very Muchie
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I've bought a few cars from Raymond(I think that's his name) and they turned out to be OK. Just do you due diligence beforehand with a CarProof/Carfax and an inspection.
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06-15-2015, 12:21 AM
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#49 | | spammin my services for a case of stella...
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..neh.. turns out they are still shady as hell...I don’t want to go into any details but I will not be purchasing anything from that Kingsway dealership.
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06-15-2015, 08:14 AM
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#50 | | Witness protection
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Originally Posted by midnight_r ..neh.. turns out they are still shady as hell...I don’t want to go into any details but I will not be purchasing anything from that Kingsway dealership. | which car were you looking at?
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