Yep. Nothing like washing the vehicle and saying WTH? How did that happen? And washing it is kind of a true inspection. When i first got my truck home and washed it, i found a few WTH moments. They fixed them all under warranty.
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Yep. Nothing like washing the vehicle and saying WTH? How did that happen? And washing it is kind of a true inspection. When i first got my truck home and washed it, i found a few WTH moments. They fixed them all under warranty.
Years ago I got rear ended by an off duty state trooper. The paint on the new trunk lid and bumper cover never looked good and started to flake off after two years or so. It was a shame but I practiced with my rotary on it so at least I got some learning in from it.
A few years ago, when shopping at a nearby Whole Foods, the cashier had to ask each customer, "Did you find everything you were looking for?" expecting the usual "yes I did, thanks."
So, that day I was a bit twisted and replied "Well, since you are asking, no, I did not find everything I was looking for. I didn't see the sign."
"What sign sir?" "The sign to tell all of the lazy, obnoxious, entitled, self-important, oblivious, Upper Montclair soccer moms and dads to put the carts back where they belong."
She looked a bit puzzled. The guy in back of me said "Why don't you say how you really feel." I replied that I would have if ladies were not present.
Agree entirely. As mentioned, I have PPF put on my cars and I just may buy that rear hitch for added protection. That's about all you can do (beside the obvious detailing which most of us readily enjoy.
But living and driving in the NE/NJ/NYC area, when I buy (not lease) a new car, it simply has to get the PPF applied - at least on the front end. There's simply too much loose "debris" flyin' around for my (and my car's) comfort.
Boy I don't miss living in Jersey one bit. Rock chips were nightmares!
Well one thing's for sure, when you're an Autogeek and you want to keep your car as defect free as possible, you tend to know all the "good" parking spots in your town.
I just discovered two more near the new Aldi around by me
A few things. I don't ever park near a minivan; chances are good that kids can come jumping out with who knows what - book bags, sports stuff - hockey sticks. Same goes for old, poorly maintained pickups - chances are good, these guys are workers looking to get to a job, so when loading up, they just can be a bit "sloppy". If I have to look for a spot in a crowded lot and there ain't many out of the way spots available, I'll try to park next to a nicer car than mine.
The ‘Vette and Mustang I saw that could’ve been Autogeek cars were parked close together probably for the reason you stated.
I’ve noticed nice cars parked closer to me at times as well. I’m certain they think I’d never be one to scratch or ding them.
That could not be more true, Bob.
In fact, by the time cars arrive at the dealer I work for, they are in pretty bad shape. (Covered in dirt, rail dust, rust spots from moisture or rain dripping off the carrier frame, bird droppings from sitting in the holding yards, and road salt in the winter.)
And then........... you have the "detail guys" clean it up. Makes me shudder just thinking about it. :(