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by tbeer46
Tue Jun 13, 2017 1:18 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

I don't believe so. In Florida vehicles over 10 years old are exempt from mileage reporting on titles. I know when I purchased vehicle on 7/27/2013 it had 144660 miles on odometer. I drove the vehicle to Michigan and back to Florida which is approx. 2500 miles. Plus, casual driving at home for 3 mon...
by tbeer46
Mon Jun 12, 2017 6:46 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Here we go again. Dealer refunded only purchase price at mediation completion. I then signed title back to him. He has never transferred title back to his dealership! Guess what? He's trying to sell the car again! On one website it states Engine Unknown (Unspecified) Visiting DMV in Florida tomorrow...
by tbeer46
Tue Jan 21, 2014 4:45 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Final Outcome: Due to confidentiality I can only say I have a new car no longer own Pontiac Vibe. Sorry, wanted to update, wasn't sure how to notify without compromising confidentiality agreement.
Thanks for all advice and support!
by tbeer46
Thu Nov 21, 2013 8:56 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Meeting tomorrow morning 10am with 49th St. Auto Sales, their attorney and the Pinnellas County Consumers Protection mediator!
Wish me Luck!
I'll let you all know what happens
Thanks Terry
by tbeer46
Sat Oct 26, 2013 10:13 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

I just checked on the Amtrak Auto Train, it's $432 for me and my vehicle. A bit out of my budget but Thanks for mentioning it.
by tbeer46
Thu Oct 24, 2013 4:19 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Had to go to the shop again yesterday. The fabrication the mechanic had made to attach the axle to the frame didn't hold. He had no choice but to weld it to the frame this time. Also, because it's missing 6 bolts attaching the transmission to the engine he said transmission fluid is puddling at the ...
by tbeer46
Tue Oct 22, 2013 2:50 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Update: Meeting scheduled between Pinellas County Dept. of Justice & Consumer Services and myself a
nd 49th St Auto Sales and their Attorney on Nov. 22nd @ 10 am. Wish me Luck!
by tbeer46
Mon Oct 14, 2013 3:07 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Good idea Ken. I'll work on that today. I've seen at least 2 more on the web.
by tbeer46
Sun Oct 13, 2013 10:16 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

This has been a nightmare from..."HE double hockey sticks"!!! They ought to be hopin' they get this, as they call it "unfortunate situation" taken care of before I move down there. It'll be their biggest nightmare, if I'm driving distance to them. I currently have an attorney loo...
by tbeer46
Thu Oct 03, 2013 4:05 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

49th St Auto Sales retained an attorney....Now it's on like Donkey Kong!!!! :lol:
by tbeer46
Tue Oct 01, 2013 7:08 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

The reason I hadn't replied previously was because I had been contacting all necessary consumer Departments in Florida. You aren't the only person that has said I'm lucky I wasn't killed! I just spoke to 49th St Auto Sales, he got a letter from the Department of Justice & Consumer Services of Pi...
by tbeer46
Tue Oct 01, 2013 5:28 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Re: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

Engine Vin # is 5Y2SL67887Z427608 which GM verified as a 2007 Pontiac Vibe Base Wagon engine, 4CYL, 1.8 L automatic and I verified at Florida VIN check it has 85,870 miles on it! I know the Toyota Celic GT is a comparable engine replacement. I had looked up the specs prior to purchase. The mechanic ...
by tbeer46
Sat Sep 14, 2013 9:10 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine
Replies: 62
Views: 14082

Dealer replaced 2003 Vibe GT with wrong engine

I just purchased a 2003 Vibe GT the ad stated: IT IS EQUIPPED WITH A 4 CYLINDER TOYOTA CELICA GT-S MOTOR AND 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. Had car checked by mechanic before purchasing. He didn't notice the incorrect engine because dealer put DOHC 16V cover on engine! We are still in the process of e...