gds1960
Coon Rapids,#2Consumer Comment
Fri, January 29, 2010
While I do sympathize with your experience, I must state that I have bought two vehicles from Car Hop and, although not without incident concerning the condition of the cars in question, overall I am satisfied with the experience.
I bought two vehicles from the Blaine Car Hop. A 1998 GMC Jimmy and a 1998 Olds Intrigue. I was in a dire financial position at the time and Car Hop was the only company who would, not could, help me. Yes, I did have gas tank issues with both vehicles. I also had issues with certain parts of the suspension on the Jimmy. Car Hop and UAC authorized all the repairs in question because they were safety issues.
In addressing the part about using their 'own mechanics', I took both vehicles to their authorized mechanic (who, by the way, runs his own shop and is in no way affiliated or beholding to Car Hop by contract). The mechanic was so good, knowledgeable and fair that I still go to him whenever my vehicles need servicing of ANY kind.
One must keep in mind that Car Hop deals with used vehicles with high mileage. They fill a much needed niche in the market; getting people who are in financial straits approved and into a car. They don't promise anything more than that. There are many other car dealers who would be more than happy to take your money and NOT offer any kind of warranty.
One must also take responsibility for their own decisions when shopping for a car. It is up to the buyer to check under the hood, check mileage, check for leaks, rust or any other possible defects. After all, it is a used car. It is also incumbent on the buyer to ask questions of the seller. No one is holding a gun to your head, making you buy this car. Realize that you are there because no one else will help you and you have run out of options. Remember, beggars can't be choosers but you can still get a fairly decent car there if you use your head, know what to look for and what questions to ask.
James
Lalaland,#3Consumer Comment
Wed, February 11, 2009
seriously - do you think obama is going to fix these kinds of situations that you get yourself into!? do you seriously think that any car dealership is out to help you? how silly are you? they all want your money man! don't ever think obama is going to help you out of situations like this, and please don't tell me you think that obama is going to help you with all the rest of your bills or school tuitions. You are the best solution to You! Go out, get a extra job, pay these goobers off, get yourself a garage sale car for a few hundred bucks, save up a emergency fund, then start paying your debts off! dude, if you can tell me what was on tv last night, or who the bachelor kicked off you need to be out delivering pizzas! I guarantee you, you can make a extra 2-3K per year in HOPKINS doing night work! SORRY FOR THE SLAM, BUT DON'T EVER THINK OBAMA IS GOING TO HELP YOU!