My 04 top is getting replaced under warranty
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Well I got it back and the top has been entirely replaced. I also got the clutch popping fixed as well as some rattle caused by my tint which will not be covered next time. Should I get the extended warranty for the top and which package? I just want the top covered and the minor bugs. I may go FI so I can care less about that for now.
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Update. Naples Nissan discovered that the two problem brackets were installed backwards (left to right, etc.). They repaired under warranty.
However, the West Michigan dealer who made the mistake wants to fix the 2 gouges in the tonneau themselves (The local body shop usede by Naples Nissan quoted $507.00). That means that I wait 6 months with a gouged tonneau. I'll be calling them on Monday and "negotiating". Figure they owe me a few free oil changes, etc as compensation.
If you have the top replaced, warn the dealer about the fact that these 2 struts can be installed backwards and gouge the tonneau. The struts (gas cylinders) I'm talking about are the ones that attach to the top bow alongside the drivers ( or passengers) shoulder and extend to the rear.
However, the West Michigan dealer who made the mistake wants to fix the 2 gouges in the tonneau themselves (The local body shop usede by Naples Nissan quoted $507.00). That means that I wait 6 months with a gouged tonneau. I'll be calling them on Monday and "negotiating". Figure they owe me a few free oil changes, etc as compensation.
If you have the top replaced, warn the dealer about the fact that these 2 struts can be installed backwards and gouge the tonneau. The struts (gas cylinders) I'm talking about are the ones that attach to the top bow alongside the drivers ( or passengers) shoulder and extend to the rear.
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Originally Posted by Penderwheels
Update. Naples Nissan discovered that the two problem brackets were installed backwards (left to right, etc.). They repaired under warranty.
However, the West Michigan dealer who made the mistake wants to fix the 2 gouges in the tonneau themselves (The local body shop usede by Naples Nissan quoted $507.00). That means that I wait 6 months with a gouged tonneau. I'll be calling them on Monday and "negotiating". Figure they owe me a few free oil changes, etc as compensation.
If you have the top replaced, warn the dealer about the fact that these 2 struts can be installed backwards and gouge the tonneau. The struts (gas cylinders) I'm talking about are the ones that attach to the top bow alongside the drivers ( or passengers) shoulder and extend to the rear.
However, the West Michigan dealer who made the mistake wants to fix the 2 gouges in the tonneau themselves (The local body shop usede by Naples Nissan quoted $507.00). That means that I wait 6 months with a gouged tonneau. I'll be calling them on Monday and "negotiating". Figure they owe me a few free oil changes, etc as compensation.
If you have the top replaced, warn the dealer about the fact that these 2 struts can be installed backwards and gouge the tonneau. The struts (gas cylinders) I'm talking about are the ones that attach to the top bow alongside the drivers ( or passengers) shoulder and extend to the rear.
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I am missing my Z right now, as it is in the shop for the new top. I got a mighty Sentra for a rental, and let me tell you, I think I could rip the Z a new one with this car. Floor it in a slick puddle of water, and the tires barely chirp, full throttle around a corner, and the tires stay planted.
I had better have my Z back tomorrow, this ain't cuttin it.
I had better have my Z back tomorrow, this ain't cuttin it.
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Charlie, FYI, I just got my car back, with top #3 on it now. I think this one on first inspection is much smoother, but it does appear to be the same old design, and I fully expect to be writing here again in another 5-6 months that I am in need of another one. Now I know that these tops are covered for 12K miles (none of mine have lasted that long yet), but I am curious about something......could I file a lemon law claim if it fails again prematurely by coming apart at the seams? (3 strikes)
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Originally Posted by FairladyZX
CAN0802^^^, Did you say the tops only covered for 12K Miles? I haven't replace my yet since I bought it. I hope they will cover it before I reach 36K miles.
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I have a question...but maybe I am dreaming here. Let say theoretically I get my top replaced a second time with 3 months left in my warranty. Is my new top then covered for another 12 months? Or is the 12 month warranty on replacement part only valid if I bought it (as opposed to a warranty replacment).
Things that make you go hmmmmmm.
Things that make you go hmmmmmm.
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Originally Posted by maxpowers
I have a question...but maybe I am dreaming here. Let say theoretically I get my top replaced a second time with 3 months left in my warranty. Is my new top then covered for another 12 months? Or is the 12 month warranty on replacement part only valid if I bought it (as opposed to a warranty replacment).
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Things that make you go hmmmmmm.
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Originally Posted by xtazee
Extended warranty from Nissan will not cover the convertible top. If you have issues with your top, be sure to fix them before the factory warranty expires.
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From the Gold Preffered coverage agreement which you can view here.-
http://www.nissanusa.com/m/pdf/secur...overageMfr.pdf
http://www.nissanusa.com/m/pdf/secur...overageMfr.pdf
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Originally Posted by xtazee
From the Gold Preffered coverage agreement which you can view here.-
http://www.nissanusa.com/m/pdf/secur...overageMfr.pdf
http://www.nissanusa.com/m/pdf/secur...overageMfr.pdf
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Originally Posted by xtazee
From the Gold Preffered coverage agreement which you can view here.-
http://www.nissanusa.com/m/pdf/secur...overageMfr.pdf
http://www.nissanusa.com/m/pdf/secur...overageMfr.pdf
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Maybe so, but a defective part, regardless of if it is or is not covered under warranty has to be replaced. If it wears out, that is another thing, but tops should last around 100K miles or more.
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I just took mine in and I have 15,000mi and its about 18mos old. They took a look and ordered a new top, no hassle at all. I would expect that Nissan Corp is making this easy so that the dealers have no problems justfying getting paid back so its more money in their pockets.
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Originally Posted by xtazee
Extended warranty from Nissan will not cover the convertible top. If you have issues with your top, be sure to fix them before the factory warranty expires.
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Originally Posted by FloridaBoy
As a prospective buyer, this is HUGE to me... dang it, I am so dissappointed ---as I was seriously considering the 350ZR---but thankful I read this thread. Guess I will be getting a BMW Z4 3.0. I want to thank all of you for your comments and I hope Nissan gets this mess cleared up for everyone. This is a great forum.
Just something to think about.