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Originally Posted by djw353
Dealer states that the car was not driven enough and that is why I have had all of these issues. Has anyone else had these problems, or know what else could be wrong??? Thanks
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Get the dealer to put that comment in writing and then send it to GM. Ask them if their automobiles are to be driven more in order to stay in better shape? Give me a break! Show me ANYWHERE in the Aurora Owner's manual where it states the minimum number of miles that the automobile is to be operated annually. Whilst I have not read it word-for-word I will wager the answer is NO WHERE! First suggestion, find a mechanic that can give you a "real" answer and not treat you as if you're an imbecile (hopefully this mechanic is not a relative!). Let this mechanic know that you're damn proud to own this fine automobile with such extraordinary low mileage. If there are matters pertaining to age, such as dry-rot of rubber components, condensation in the fuel, etc. then get the specifics. That sounds like a horse-crap reply from the guy/gal and I would challenge them specifically and poiniently.
After I did that, I would draft a very specific letter to GM stating the situation and pointing out that no where in the Aurora Owner's manual are there instructions pertaining to care and maintenance of low mileage vehicles. I would include the dealer's proposed price for the remedy and would ask How much do they plan to compensate me for this untimely repair? Please don't tell me it's out of warranty - I know that. That does not mean that a well written correspondence will not result in some remuniration. Maybe not 100% - but some. That's always better than a sharp stick in the eye. This has worked for me in the past with automobile problems, home appliances, etc. What's the worst that can happen - you pay full price anyway...
Good Luck!