peanuthead Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 In short, I bought pristine 2008 spec B and the engine died < 300 miles after owning it (rod bearing failure). The dealership gave me the option of returning it to them and they refund funds in full. Or option two for them to tow it to their facility and they diagnose it then decide on whether it’s worth it or not to repair. Sounds like the just want to be rid of it all in some way. Their concern at the moment the engine rebuild quotes I received is about 60%+ the cost of what I paid for the car. My heartburn is the warranty states 100% parts and labor is covered. Thoughts or suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino6303 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 This is a tough one. I say if they are willing to refund the car, to take the money and run. I'm guessing if they repair it they will nickel and dime you trying to say that certain things aren't covered. They will most likely not replace everything that should be replaced as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peanuthead Posted March 11, 2019 Author Share Posted March 11, 2019 I am almost certain they will just install an OEM short block, deck the heads and be done. IMO that is just waiting for failure again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Return it. If they were legit, they'd have fixed before you bought it. Lots of other options out there Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peanuthead Posted March 12, 2019 Author Share Posted March 12, 2019 I don’t think they knew. I think the prior owner did them dirty. If so, why would they warranty what they knew would not make it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxkita Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 You can get a car warranty on any car, new or used. There's enough loopholes in the warranty that its a bad deal for the insurer and its helps a buyer think the car is alright. Build my car Boxkita Track days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrD123 Posted March 16, 2019 Share Posted March 16, 2019 Depending on how bad the blown engine is (if it spun the bearing and you didn't drive it a bunch, etc.), rebuilding the engine (new shortblock, etc.) would be like a clean reset, in some respects - if they skimp, though, it could be a ticking timebomb. I would think you could do some short oil change intervals and really inspect the oil to look for debris to see if there is anything left in there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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