On 4/08/2017, I made a visit to Advance Auto Sales lot. The lot attendant Richard who escorted me around and gave me information and details about the cars, there was 2 cars I was interested in the 2007 Saturn and the 2008 Malibu. Richard proceeds to tell me he think I should get the Malibu and that it runs good, theres nothing wrong with the vehicle and they had recently got it checked out. All cars on the lot are buy as is no warranty, Richard starts the car so we can test drive, as I'm walking towards it the car turns off, I asked him why did the vehicle shut off he states to me that he turned it off, (which he did not I later found out it shut itself off he had lied to me) after I left the lot I took the car to Jiffy Lube, Midas, Auto Zone, and O Reilly, I discovered it had an recall on the ABS system, on Monday 4/10/2017 I take it to Bill Estes where they proceed to tell me that the electrical system, and fuel system needed major work totaling $2200 ,I had to pay $129 for a diagnostic test. I called Garnet Cook at the lot stated he would assist me the best way he can and even work with me being that I hadn't had the car a full week let along 3 days. I asked him was ok if he put that in writing he stated yes.
Before I can even bring the car back to him, it began to shut off and not drive while in drive, it was eating gas, it then became a problem, so 4/13/2017 on the way home with me and my one year old child the car completely shut off on St Rd 32, the engine was making a loud knocking noise, I had to get it pushed across the street to CarX they gave me a free diagnosis of the car, pretty much told me what Chevrolet told me and much more, advised me to take the vehicle back because it pretty much was a lemon, the laws no longer support this so I can not move forward with an attorney. Garnet was willing to work with me until I told him I no longer wanted the vehicle because it had major problems, I personally think Garnet and Richard took advantage of me being a young 24 year old female and knew about the issues of the vehicle and pretty much wanted it off their lot.
All I wanted was my money I put down back, they are now trying to put a repossession on my record because not only did I give them the car back but the keys as well, they had their agent come get it from CarX 2 days later, the agent who picked up the vehicle called me his name was Michael, he stated he couldn't give me the actual owners name or number but he would definitely see what he could do because theres no reason why I should have gave 1200$ for a vehicle that didn't even work 5 days. I have tried to be cordial and come up with a solution but he became unprofessional and furious after I returned the car back. I truly hope I am able to get my money back or they should fix ALL the major work on the car, if your holding a place of business theres no reason why you shouldn't work with those who are GIVING YOU BUSINESS. That was a waste of my time and money, I have all receipts and papers for proof. I'm hoping you all can help me resolve this issue. Thank You!
Advance Auto Sales Reviews
On 4/08/2017, I made a visit to Advance Auto Sales lot. The lot attendant Richard who escorted me around and gave me information and details about the cars, there was 2 cars I was interested in the 2007 Saturn and the 2008 Malibu. Richard proceeds to tell me he think I should get the Malibu and that it runs good, theres nothing wrong with the vehicle and they had recently got it checked out. All cars on the lot are buy as is no warranty, Richard starts the car so we can test drive, as I'm walking towards it the car turns off, I asked him why did the vehicle shut off he states to me that he turned it off, (which he did not I later found out it shut itself off he had lied to me) after I left the lot I took the car to Jiffy Lube, Midas, Auto Zone, and O Reilly, I discovered it had an recall on the ABS system, on Monday 4/10/2017 I take it to Bill Estes where they proceed to tell me that the electrical system, and fuel system needed major work totaling $2200 ,I had to pay $129 for a diagnostic test. I called Garnet Cook at the lot stated he would assist me the best way he can and even work with me being that I hadn't had the car a full week let along 3 days. I asked him was ok if he put that in writing he stated yes.
Before I can even bring the car back to him, it began to shut off and not drive while in drive, it was eating gas, it then became a problem, so 4/13/2017 on the way home with me and my one year old child the car completely shut off on St Rd 32, the engine was making a loud knocking noise, I had to get it pushed across the street to CarX they gave me a free diagnosis of the car, pretty much told me what Chevrolet told me and much more, advised me to take the vehicle back because it pretty much was a lemon, the laws no longer support this so I can not move forward with an attorney. Garnet was willing to work with me until I told him I no longer wanted the vehicle because it had major problems, I personally think Garnet and Richard took advantage of me being a young 24 year old female and knew about the issues of the vehicle and pretty much wanted it off their lot.
All I wanted was my money I put down back, they are now trying to put a repossession on my record because not only did I give them the car back but the keys as well, they had their agent come get it from CarX 2 days later, the agent who picked up the vehicle called me his name was Michael, he stated he couldn't give me the actual owners name or number but he would definitely see what he could do because theres no reason why I should have gave 1200$ for a vehicle that didn't even work 5 days. I have tried to be cordial and come up with a solution but he became unprofessional and furious after I returned the car back. I truly hope I am able to get my money back or they should fix ALL the major work on the car, if your holding a place of business theres no reason why you shouldn't work with those who are GIVING YOU BUSINESS. That was a waste of my time and money, I have all receipts and papers for proof. I'm hoping you all can help me resolve this issue. Thank You!