Has anybody actually tried one of those dealer interior protection packages?

omegafiler · #1 (**permalink**) 08-27-08, 11:36 PM

First of all, the CTS has very nice leather, so I'm naturally concerned. Basically, I'm sure we've all seen those interior/exterior protection packages most dealers offer, typically around $500 on up. And I know many are quick to dismiss these products nothing more than a dealer scam, but what about the interior protection/warranty (which is the part I'm more interested in)?

I suppose the services could also vary depending on the dealer and what kind of stuff they use. But looking at the details of the service my dealer is offering, it seems that they would warranty any type of stains, tears, spills, etc, that might occur to the interior after their "protection" is applied. If anything like that happens, they try to remove/clean it, and if that doesn't work, they'll suposedly fix/replace the item.

So has anybody actually tried one of these products/services? And more importantly, see how the really warranty or process works? Thanks!

greyghost04 · #2 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by omegafiler

First of all, the CTS has very nice leather, so I'm naturally concerned. Basically, I'm sure we've all seen those interior/exterior protection packages most dealers offer, typically around $500 on up. And I know many are quick to dismiss these products nothing more than a dealer scam, but what about the interior protection/warranty (which is the part I'm more interested in)?

I suppose the services could also vary depending on the dealer and what kind of stuff they use. But looking at the details of the service my dealer is offering, it seems that they would warranty any type of stains, tears, spills, etc, that might occur to the interior after their "protection" is applied. If anything like that happens, they try to remove/clean it, and if that doesn't work, they'll suposedly fix/replace the item.

So has anybody actually tried one of these products/services? And more importantly, see how the really warranty or process works? Thanks!

"suposedly" was your key word. They are all just a scam. Look it up in Consumer Reports.

bobelew · #3 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 12:41 AM

Amen to that. You are better off to take your new ride to a professional detailer and have it done right. You can get a much better job for a fraction of the price!

ngiardina · #4 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 02:17 AM

you really arent buying protection in the form of chemicals, they could apply a coat of warm piss to the leather... u are buying a very overpriced insurance policy that is most likely riddled with caveats. think twice, and if u want someone to fix ur leather for free, put a cjaim in on ur comprehensive policy that u already have.

lordbaby · #5 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 05:11 AM

hey since they mentioned this service, they are so now obligated to throw in this service to you for free + free $500 gift certificate at there shop. Just like when I purchase my new vaio laptop.. they suddenly tried to sell me this leather case here $160, then suddenly talked about the 3 years warranty $299.99.. and suddenly talked about the memory upgrade $250.. they ended up giving me all of them free. I guess they wish they didnt make any offer. Or the free 3 years services for the car at the dealership where you purchased or else you just gona go to the next dealership 15-20 minutes away and buy from them, especially everywhere has the employee discount now, there is no need to stick with one person who try to sell you bs

omegafiler · #6 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 10:03 AM

Hmm... well, you know, I really don't care if they just give it a hard long look and call it a day.

It's whether or not they actually warranty the type of damage they say they will. I haven't seen any aftermarket solution that does that...

red_2008_cts · #7 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by lordbaby

hey since they mentioned this service, they are so now obligated to throw in this service to you for free + free $500 gift certificate at there shop. Just like when I purchase my new vaio laptop.. they suddenly tried to sell me this leather case here $160, then suddenly talked about the 3 years warranty $299.99.. and suddenly talked about the memory upgrade $250.. they ended up giving me all of them free. I guess they wish they didnt make any offer. Or the free 3 years services for the car at the dealership where you purchased or else you just gona go to the next dealership 15-20 minutes away and buy from them, especially everywhere has the employee discount now, there is no need to stick with one person who try to sell you bs

huh? explain this to me please...

omegafiler · #8 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by red_2008_cts

huh? explain this to me please...

Yeah... I don't think that's exactly a standard process. But would be cool if more did that....

lordbaby · #9 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by red_2008_cts

huh? explain this to me please...

already did.. to be short, ask the dealer to throw in this services for free as a condition to purchase

**The Tony Show** · #10 (**permalink**) 08-28-08, 10:24 PM

Because a nice car and a good price isn't enough, right?

red_2008_cts · #11 (**permalink**) 08-31-08, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by lordbaby

already did.. to be short, ask the dealer to throw in this services for free as a condition to purchase

asking the dealer to throw it in as a condition to purchase is a far cry from what you originally said. you were saying that since they brought it up, they were obligated to give it to you gratis. that is what i was trying to figure out.