Had a very disappointing experience at the dealer today, i showed up at around 11am and i was told to sign up and wait for my turn for the test drives, i waited around a hr with a few prime members which i didnt mind and totally understand but then right around my turn, we were all told sorry the manager has to take the car somewhere so no more test drives, no explanation or anything, sad cause i took some time off work and drove a good amount for this event.
Going for a test drive this morning :excitement:
What a HUGE let down for those who took time off work, drove far, etc. to drive the new car. That is so LAME! Sorry to read this. Will they give you guys another shot at it?
I don't know how everyone else feels about this but for me I have absolutely no interest in going out of my way again .......... EVER
This event was not put on for us, it was for potential/serious buyers. Considering this dealership has no ties to the SoCal group like South Coast Acura does we were lucky to be invited. Most that went did get a test drive but the dealership had to accommodate some potential buyers so there were times the car was not available.
This event was not put on for us, it was for potential/serious buyers. Considering this dealership has no ties to the SoCal group like South Coast Acura does we were lucky to be invited. Most that went did get a test drive but the dealership had to accommodate some potential buyers so there were times the car was not available.
I wouldn't consider wasting 2 hours of a day, $20 plus in gas and driving over 100 miles only to be told "sorry" being very "lucky to be invited"
none of us are mad at you for this, we are quite disappointed in Weir Canyon Acura and it's very understandable as to why we would be. Most of us were looking forward to this for over a week and were completely let down by what seemed to be a false premise.
"We will be offering test drives to any interested party between 9-5 with no obligation. We are hoping that it will help get the word out there and
Create some excitement about the vehicle. If you or any of your members are interested in a test drive please don’t miss the opportunity"
They couldn't have fumbled this any worse then they did as far as getting the word out there.... A simple consolation like a reschedule could have gone a long way or even a dang gas card or t-shirt would have been better if they wanted to get the good word out... This was supposed to be a demo day "no obligation test drive" from 9-5.... It wasn't.
I realize they have a business to run, but maybe a simple disclaimer saying they could pull the car for hours and that there was a risk that you could drive up there for nothing would have helped. I would have not wasted the time and energy if I knew there was a chance of them pulling the car for hours.
Like I said, no one is mad at you Les...no need to defend them on this one IMO.
Did any of you guys or gals who got to drive the car jump back into your gen 1 with regret or thinking the new car is leagues better? I didn't.... It was fast as hell and had more creature comforts yes. But I still cannot put my finger on why I jumped back into my 26 year old car and just shrugged at the new one. Don't get me wrong though, I want to own both. I just do not think anyone in their right mind would trade up for the car unless it is just a matter of having something newer.
Any other thoughts on the matter? The new nsx has all the looks though... That's for sure...
Did any of you guys or gals who got to drive the car jump back into your gen 1 with regret or thinking the new car is leagues better? I didn't.... It was fast as hell and had more creature comforts yes. But I still cannot put my finger on why I jumped back into my 26 year old car and just shrugged at the new one. Don't get me wrong though, I want to own both. I just do not think anyone in their right mind would trade up for the car unless it is just a matter of having something newer.
Any other thoughts on the matter? The new nsx has all the looks though... That's for sure...
I was skunked out of a ride after arriving before 2PM on Wednesday. I had even emailed the manager to tell him I was coming and got a nice reply from him. Anyway, I rode with Peter Cunningham at NSXPO in 2015 after winning a raffle there. I was really looking forward to being behind the wheel. If I was crazy enough about the car I could buy one although I'm more interested in buying a house in Fallbrook than a new car.
That sucks, sorry to hear that. I actually really liked the seats and drivers position. I especially loved the steering wheel with the flat top. I kind of did not care to see the hood scoops from the driving position, but then again I don't even like type r hoods... But I agree, I would rather buy a tiny condo in Fort Lauderdale for that price.
I am not even buying gen 1 parts as of now. I am looking to move to Ft. Lauderdale and live by the beach happily by next year. But, I asked myself a somewhat similar question to your own. Mine was, " do you really need to lose your license again like you did when you were younger?" LOL!!! It's all about what makes ya happy. I would keep your LBBP, in 20 years it will be worth enough to make a huge dent in a new home....I was looking at houses in Fallbrook today. The price of a new NSX could make a dent in a house there. Honestly, I'm pretty content with my LBBP. I don't drive it much as it is and think I'd be afraid to take a new one out on a group drive. So what would be the point of having it, I ask myself?
I am not even buying gen 1 parts as of now. I am looking to move to Ft. Lauderdale and live by the beach happily by next year. But, I asked myself a somewhat similar question to your own. Mine was, " do you really need to lose your license again like you did when you were younger?" LOL!!! It's all about what makes ya happy. I would keep your LBBP, in 20 years it will be worth enough to make a huge dent in a new home....
Your just now in your prime.:smile:I am 59 years old. In 20 years I'll be an old woman of 79! I think I'm happy enough with my hottie car. I'd just be happier with a quieter place to live. I like rural.