but time will tell
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Thread Starter
|
Elder User
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 727
Likes: 0
From: Texas, just south of NY c
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Personally , I have received Nothing but Excellent service from the Ford dealership where i purchased my 99 PSD truck from. They are a very small town type of business and really help folks out when they are in Need. Of course , my truck has only been back once for a warranty repair at 71k to repair a leaky water pump. All in All , my service and support couldn't have been any Better. And, if i had the need i would buy an 04 PSD with an 04 diesel in a newyork minute . I'm just not in the market for a new truck. thanks for listening , s.kuteman 
Posting Guru
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 1,135
Likes: 0
From: Illinois
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
dman01, i have a question for ya, ive seen some of your recent posts in different threads and all you have to say is something negative about ford and how great you think your dodge is, if thats the case..then why are you here on a Ford site?
Laughing Gas
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 826
Likes: 0
From: New England
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
No--I refuse to pay dealer prices when I can get equivilant--or superior--parts at NAPA for a third the money.
Also, the local dealer seems top have some seriously clueless personnel (like one guy quoting me $200 for an alignment on my F-350).
Also, the local dealer seems top have some seriously clueless personnel (like one guy quoting me $200 for an alignment on my F-350).
Posting Guru
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 1,437
Likes: 0
From: Oak Harbor WA
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
I only use the Ford dealer when I am in a bind. I am not completely satisfied with their work either, and the owner is the biggest crook around these parts...
Posting Guru
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 1,393
Likes: 0
From: Thomson, GA
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Why would I need to go to the dealer?? My truck came with a 24000 mile/ 2 year warrenty in 1972. But from the horror stories I have heard here, I would go to them as only a last resort. But then again, there are few things I can't do on my own to my truck, or my moms explorer for that matter.
Senior User
Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 334
Likes: 0
From: Brampton Canada
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
I hate to say it, but my local Ford dealer is staffed by morons and managed by idiots 
Lucky thing for me, the Mercury dealer down the road is the exact opposite - competant, professional and prices are competitive with the aftermarket parts jobbers.
Lucky thing for me, the Mercury dealer down the road is the exact opposite - competant, professional and prices are competitive with the aftermarket parts jobbers.
Trending Topics
Tuned
Joined: Sep 2001
Posts: 357
Likes: 11
From: Winnipeg Manitoba CANADA
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Originally posted by rebel_ford4x4
dman01, i have a question for ya, ive seen some of your recent posts in different threads and all you have to say is something negative about ford and how great you think your dodge is, if thats the case..then why are you here on a Ford site?
dman01, i have a question for ya, ive seen some of your recent posts in different threads and all you have to say is something negative about ford and how great you think your dodge is, if thats the case..then why are you here on a Ford site?
rebel_ford4x4, good question
Jim
CYWG
77 F150 - 400 XLT with no air.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
Hotshot
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 12,679
Likes: 15
From: BC, Canada
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Something that a lot of people dont believe or want to believe is that the dealer doesnt always charge more for parts or labor. Ford dropped the prices on a lot of common parts to compete with the aftermarket and, in my opinion, genuine Ford parts are usually better than aftermarket ones.
Labor isnt always more at a dealer either. Yes the shop rate might be higher but if a trained technician can do the job faster and not throw as many parts at it trying to fix it, it might work out cheaper.
Yes I'm biased because I work at a dealer
Labor isnt always more at a dealer either. Yes the shop rate might be higher but if a trained technician can do the job faster and not throw as many parts at it trying to fix it, it might work out cheaper.
Yes I'm biased because I work at a dealer
Elder User
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 648
Likes: 0
From: Canyon Lake, Tx. 78133
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
I have been well satisfied with my local dealer. I've bought 3 trucks from the same saleman, so that may stand for something. I just received an invite to drive the '04s and partake of free BBQ
Elder User
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 778
Likes: 1
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
I do most of the work myself now, but when i needed dealer repairs, i had to go 35 miles to another dealer that i did not buy the truck from to get service. This dealer took care of me. Now the other dealership is under new hands now, so far i give them a 
. You are going to have good ones and bad ones, the leadership at the dealer will make or brake the place.
. You are going to have good ones and bad ones, the leadership at the dealer will make or brake the place.
Elder User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 870
Likes: 1
From: Upstate NY Rochester
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Hey Guys!
I think many compaints are legit! There are always pro/cons about DS and independent repair shops. Many of us have not walked in those shoes, but one question I have to ask... Why is ther such a large turn-around rate for mechanics and salespeople? There seems to be a "turnaround" about every six months. Are the manufactures requesting that these people be let go, or are these people under trained, goof-oofs, lazy, I forgot to go to work today!
Our flate rates here are $78.00 an hour!
Costs for having something analysed, is between $79.00 and $329.00!
Repairs out of warranty are a minimum of $500.00!
Cost of having MANY GREAT FRIENDS here at FTE! "PRICELESS"!!
I'll leave my rig by the side of the road and let the state have it, before I ever step into a dealership shop!
Nobody is going to Tahiti on my dime! HEE HEE!
Talk with you guys later....
I think many compaints are legit! There are always pro/cons about DS and independent repair shops. Many of us have not walked in those shoes, but one question I have to ask... Why is ther such a large turn-around rate for mechanics and salespeople? There seems to be a "turnaround" about every six months. Are the manufactures requesting that these people be let go, or are these people under trained, goof-oofs, lazy, I forgot to go to work today!
Our flate rates here are $78.00 an hour!
Costs for having something analysed, is between $79.00 and $329.00!
Repairs out of warranty are a minimum of $500.00!
Cost of having MANY GREAT FRIENDS here at FTE! "PRICELESS"!!
I'll leave my rig by the side of the road and let the state have it, before I ever step into a dealership shop!
Nobody is going to Tahiti on my dime! HEE HEE!
Talk with you guys later....
Posting Guru
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 1,197
Likes: 0
From: mesa, az
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
...Nope, I tend to stay away from "Stealers"...The last time I went about 10 years ago I paid way to much for a behind-seat storage box and was treated like crap in the process...
...Basically the same way I feel about Harley dealers too...
I go independant everytime
...Basically the same way I feel about Harley dealers too...
I go independant everytime
Posting Guru
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 1,388
Likes: 0
From: Live Oak, FL
Do You Support Your Ford Dealer????
Originally posted by Jarlaxle
No--I refuse to pay dealer prices when I can get equivilant--or superior--parts at NAPA for a third the money.
Also, the local dealer seems top have some seriously clueless personnel (like one guy quoting me $200 for an alignment on my F-350).
No--I refuse to pay dealer prices when I can get equivilant--or superior--parts at NAPA for a third the money.
Also, the local dealer seems top have some seriously clueless personnel (like one guy quoting me $200 for an alignment on my F-350).