So this happened when I got my tires put on at Walmart.

Snakes709 · 10-30-2012, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by jgibbons

So... called around to find the cheapest tire mounting service in my area

theres your first problem. Why you would find the cheapest place is beyond me.

Ztoon · 10-31-2012, 12:13 AM

Walmart, dude! ......... really?

Well, you've got balls to post it........... or somethin ......

LakeShow · 10-31-2012, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Ztoon

Walmart, dude! ......... really?

Phauren · 10-31-2012, 04:03 AM

Stop giving the guy crap for going to Wal-Mart. I bet he feels like crap already enough as it is and you guys are just piling it on. We are all friends right?

Op - I actually had a similar lawsuit happen a few years back, the thing with Wal-Mart is they will try to abuse you and intimidate you, just keep your cool and keep chugging along.

tower74 · 10-31-2012, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 11Thumper

And why? Why would Walmart help you upgrade your car? Best case is they will have it repaired. The whole idea of the legal system is to put you back to the same position as before.

So you're possibly going to dump $300-$400 per hour in legal fees to go after them for a bumper that's $1k max to replace? Best bet is to gently plead your case with management.

You failed by not inspecting the car very good when they were finished. Good luck to you though.

Better try again on that $1K....My car was hit a month ago by trash flying out of a city truck. It only put a small dent in the bumper and I just got a check for $1,000. With paint, patch etc. he's looking at least $2000.

joshs09slvrZ · 10-31-2012, 11:18 AM

So...any updates on what happened? What did the store manager have to say?

KSFastah · 10-31-2012, 11:26 AM

Um.....wow.

*speechless*

Good luck getting all that sorted.

mrthomr · 10-31-2012, 12:17 PM

I suggest looking into your small claims court process. You will have a max compensation value but it may fit your case. Many success stories of the little man winning in this venue b/c the bigger company would spend more money defending the case when compared to settlement. They usually dont show up. After filing the complaint, you can even apply for summary judgement if you have all your evidence gathered and sworn statements. Consult your legal adivisor first of course. Gl.

jgibbons · 10-31-2012, 04:51 PM

So I went in last night after work, got the vehicle photographed and then I left. Today I called the manager of the store and he sounded surprised to hear about it and will follow up with me personally today or tomorrow.

To say every car that gets remedial maintenance at walmart will get damaged is beyond ignorant. It simply comes down to a matter of a low clearance vehicle and a steep jack ramp. I'm sure it will be handeled. it's not like walmart is running a scam terrorizing car owners. When looking for a suitable place to get an alignment, 50% of them said the can't do cars with low clearance because of the lifts ramp angle.

cjeezy · 11-01-2012, 10:34 PM

Yeah I learned the hard way about Walmart a few years back. Took my 323i in for a "cheaper" oil change. Left the store and a few miles later at a red light, this car pulled up to me and a guy was yelling for me to roll down my window. Once I did he said "I think your car is on fire." He then turned and drove off. I started driving again not knowing what he meant and all of a sudden a massive white cloud of smoke started pouring out from my hood. I immediately pulled over and popped the hood to find that they left a court of oil in my engine bay which melted all over my engine.

Lesson learned!

nmjaxx9 · 11-01-2012, 10:56 PM

guess Walmarts new catch phrase is save money, get cheap service.

rebe945 · 11-01-2012, 11:33 PM

I always have my Nissan dealer work on SAM_1340.JPGmy car. Only them.

nmjaxx9 · 11-01-2012, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by rebe945

I always have my Nissan dealer work on Attachment 56960my car. Only them.

you know whats better than the dealer, if you can do it yourself, satisfaction+peace of mind of what is happening to your Z.

11Thumper · 11-02-2012, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by tower74

Better try again on that $1K....My car was hit a month ago by trash flying out of a city truck. It only put a small dent in the bumper and I just got a check for $1,000. With paint, patch etc. he's looking at least $2000.

Ok, $2k. I'm not an insurance estimator my friend. Of course, a new bumper cover is only $300 from Nissan and painting is likely $500-$700 depending on where you have it done. I'm still likely wrong right?

Still pointless to hire a lawyer for something like this.

speedracer007 · 11-02-2012, 02:03 PM

So .........are we getting a new bumper???? I MUST

know how this all turns out!!!

10-31-2012, 12:13 AM	#62 (permalink)
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10-31-2012, 11:18 AM	#66 (permalink)
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10-31-2012, 04:51 PM	#69 (permalink)
jgibbons Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 108 Drives: 2009 370Z white Rep Power: 13	So I went in last night after work, got the vehicle photographed and then I left. Today I called the manager of the store and he sounded surprised to hear about it and will follow up with me personally today or tomorrow. To say every car that gets remedial maintenance at walmart will get damaged is beyond ignorant. It simply comes down to a matter of a low clearance vehicle and a steep jack ramp. I'm sure it will be handeled. it's not like walmart is running a scam terrorizing car owners. When looking for a suitable place to get an alignment, 50% of them said the can't do cars with low clearance because of the lifts ramp angle. __________________ 2009 PW 7AT>GTHaus>TSW Cadwell 18">K&N Drop Ins + Post MAF Tubes WTB: Pearl white front bumper, Mid & Y pipes, BBK

11-01-2012, 10:34 PM	#70 (permalink)
cjeezy Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Posts: 131 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 14	Yeah I learned the hard way about Walmart a few years back. Took my 323i in for a "cheaper" oil change. Left the store and a few miles later at a red light, this car pulled up to me and a guy was yelling for me to roll down my window. Once I did he said "I think your car is on fire." He then turned and drove off. I started driving again not knowing what he meant and all of a sudden a massive white cloud of smoke started pouring out from my hood. I immediately pulled over and popped the hood to find that they left a court of oil in my engine bay which melted all over my engine. Lesson learned! __________________ 2010 Base Sport Package (6MT) \| Pearl White \| Powercoated OEM Sport Rays \| 3M Clear Bra \| GTR start button \| Ohio legal tint \| Nitto Invo tires

11-01-2012, 11:33 PM	#72 (permalink)
rebe945 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: middleburg hts, ohio Posts: 491 Drives: 2009 370Z black 7at Rep Power: 15	Always I always have my Nissan dealer work on SAM_1340.JPGmy car. Only them.

10-31-2012, 04:03 AM	#64 (permalink)
Phauren Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Wade, NC Posts: 6 Drives: 06 Nissan 350z Rep Power: 13	Stop giving the guy crap for going to Wal-Mart. I bet he feels like crap already enough as it is and you guys are just piling it on. We are all friends right? Op - I actually had a similar lawsuit happen a few years back, the thing with Wal-Mart is they will try to abuse you and intimidate you, just keep your cool and keep chugging along.

10-31-2012, 11:26 AM	#67 (permalink)
KSFastah Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: KS Posts: 184 Drives: 12 370Z Sport GM M6 Rep Power: 13	Um.....wow. speechless Good luck getting all that sorted.

10-31-2012, 12:17 PM	#68 (permalink)
mrthomr Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Morgantown, WV Posts: 217 Drives: 2010 Z Roadster Rep Power: 30	I suggest looking into your small claims court process. You will have a max compensation value but it may fit your case. Many success stories of the little man winning in this venue b/c the bigger company would spend more money defending the case when compared to settlement. They usually dont show up. After filing the complaint, you can even apply for summary judgement if you have all your evidence gathered and sworn statements. Consult your legal adivisor first of course. Gl.

11-01-2012, 10:56 PM	#71 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 26	guess Walmarts new catch phrase is save money, get cheap service.

11-02-2012, 02:03 PM	#75 (permalink)
speedracer007 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Huntsville, Alabama Posts: 119 Drives: 2013 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 13	So .........are we getting a new bumper???? I MUST know how this all turns out!!!

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