Date: Thu, 25 Feb 1999 17:07:59 GMT From: Bob_Landrynopsamoot.com (Bob Landry) Subject: Re: Can I check on past service?
On 24 Feb 1999 20:34:34 GMT, dcatron111nopsamcom (DCatron111) wrote: >I recentally purchased a used Saab from a Dealer in Sacramento. During >negotiations, I was dinged on my trade in because it was 7,000 miles from the >next service. ( all of which had been done on time). They stated that they >will need to service the vehicle prior to selling it ('94 900S). However,,,, >I was told that my new(er) Saab('96 900SE) had it's 30,000 mi check, and was >ready to go. On the drive home we noticed that the check should be at 35,000, >not 30,000 and NONE of the services had been performed. After a few calls, >they have admitted that the 35,000 check was not done either, and I bought it >500 miles prior to that. >Now I'm having trouble believing anything that I was told. (DUH!) >Is there anyway for me to research this vehicle. >Needless to say, I'm not too happy with this dealer. > >Thanks It was my impression that SaabUSA maintained a database on all cars sold in the US by VIN, and dealers service depts. could spit out a complete repair history, as long as the servicing was done by an authorized Saab dealer. Fairy tale? Bob Landry