whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Found this in today's New York Post First the GT-X and now this. I wonder what it will say on the registration. :lol: http://shop.e-tplastics.com/imagehost/misc/elite.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohiotrojan Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 not just that but pretty sure the ELITE name has been taken for cars....Ford used it in the 70's, and you can't go around naming your dealer optioned car by a trademarked name Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 I wonder if you go ther and ask if they have any in stock. would they give you a funny look? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisan Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Yeah that's pretty douchy of them. Makes Subaru look bad too. -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 Is it even legal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisan Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Is it even legal? I am not sure, I'd think their lawyers checked it out and it's legal, but it's right on the border. -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 its false advertising isnt it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisan Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 its false advertising isnt it? yeah technically isn't it a Subaru Legacy with Elite Trim Package or Dealer Elite Package? -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxx Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 :lol: I saw 2 of these "elites" at the train station parking lot. I'm amazed that SOA still never comes down on them for this. Kolb had their ford dealership shut down for doing something similar with bootleg eddie bauer explorers calling them "EB2000s" :lol: I'll find the story here somewhere gimme a few "Barack Obama, mothaf#%@a! Barack Obama! I'm the president...of hittin' the ass!" -this is not a political view it's merely a quote from a hilarious tv show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxx Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 AUTO DEALER CITED FOR SELLING "EDDIE BAUER" LOOK-A-LIKES Spitzer Settles Case Involves False Advertising and Deceptive Claims Attorney General Eliot Spitzer today announced that a Rockland County auto dealer will pay restitution and civil penalties to settle allegations that it deceived consumers into thinking they were purchasing top-of-the-line sports utility vehicles. The settlement also covers allegations of false advertising by the dealership. Bill Kolb Jr. Ford falsely advertised and sold "EB2000" model Ford Expeditions that copied the outwardly distinctive characteristics of the "Eddie Bauer" version without providing many other features which make the model desirable. "My office is aggressively combating the many unscrupulous business tactics of auto dealers throughout the state," Spitzer said. "Dubious practices such as those discovered in this case continue to blemish the reputation of auto dealers everywhere." The Eddie Bauer model is generally considered to be the "top-of-the-line" version of the Ford Expedition, with many standard features that are expensive options on the XL and XLT models. These include: a larger engine, leather interior, fog lamps, a captain's chair, tan trim on the doors and fenders, a higher quality sound system, illuminated running boards, and the Eddie Bauer logo affixed to the seats, fender, and tailgate. Since 1999, Bill Kolb Jr. Ford has been advertising and selling Ford Expeditions under the name "EB 2000." These vehicles had certain dealer add-ons, such a tan striping scheme, tan wheel fender flares and an EB2000 logo, which mimicked the actual Eddie Bauer model manufactured by Ford. However, these vehicles were not authentic Eddie Bauer models and lacked many features of the authentic version. In settling the case, Bill Kolb Jr. Ford agreed to cease marketing and selling "EB2000" or "EB2001" Expeditions. Spitzer's office also forced Kolb to discontinue other objectionable advertising practices including: Promising a "30 Day Money Back Guarantee" which was contradicted in fine print by restrictions on the mileage of the vehicle and the fact that the guarantee would only be given as a credit toward the purchase of another vehicle; Advertising specific "deep discount" prices in large, bold print without adequately disclosing that an additional $5,000 down payment is required; Comparing sale prices of used cars to the original manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the vehicles when they were new; and Advertising used vehicles for sale at specific prices in a manner that left consumers unable to identify the specific vehicles that were the subject of the advertised offer. Bill Kolb Jr. Ford also will pay restitution to consumers who were duped into buying EB2000 Expeditions and will pay $10,000 to the state in civil penalties and costs. Individuals with complaints about auto dealers are encouraged to contact the Attorney General's consumer help line at (800) 771-7755. This case was handled by Assistant Attorney General Doris K. Morin of the Westchester Regional Office under the supervision of Assistant Attorney General In Charge Gary Brown. "Barack Obama, mothaf#%@a! Barack Obama! I'm the president...of hittin' the ass!" -this is not a political view it's merely a quote from a hilarious tv show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisan Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Interesting. Hmmm a short well placed note to SOA could be in order. -mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxx Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Interesting. Hmmm a short well placed note to SOA could be in order. -mike Go for it. I had a problem with kolb a few years back & SOA got involved & that was the only reason it was taken care of. "Barack Obama, mothaf#%@a! Barack Obama! I'm the president...of hittin' the ass!" -this is not a political view it's merely a quote from a hilarious tv show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeislord Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 Why the hell would they call an N/A Legacy an Elite anyway?!?! It's hilarious. PZEV-SUPERDELUXEHYPERSPEED! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 If you go to BKcars.com they advertise the SUBARU ELITE on the website:lol::lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 Check it out http://www.bkcars.com/ads/fullad/full.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 It goes on.... http://www.subarulegacyelite.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 http://www.bkcars.com/elite/rear_logo.jpghttp://www.bkcars.com/elite/front_seats.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coxx Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 :lol:gotta love all the camry bashing right? "Barack Obama, mothaf#%@a! Barack Obama! I'm the president...of hittin' the ass!" -this is not a political view it's merely a quote from a hilarious tv show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 If you read the fine print at the bottom of the PDF, they are still doing the 30 day moneyback Shenanegan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtmenace Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 they also offered the outback in the "estate" edition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitetiger Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 ^oh do they? As opposed to the "saloon" addition? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs6er Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I seem to remember an "Elite" badged Legacy in the showroom there over a year ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest heightsgtltd Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Maybe they should also offer a WRX ITS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
korpsepatrol Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Maybe they should also offer a WRX ITS Would it consist of a wrx with a miserably paid state techie in it? 2008 6mt Legacy Gt Spec B DGM - Not so Stock/Work in progress 2006 5mt Legacy Gt OBP - Sold 2005 5eat Legacy Gt OBP - RIP R.I.P Coxx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henryq89 Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 i bought my legacy there...the seats are starting to suck and it came with all the billboard in the background ..... obviously i took all the shit out lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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