According to dealer LED's and tint void warranty (DIABLO SUBARU) - Page 4 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Foobar · 07-21-2013, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by WillBRZ

It's my first name and BRZ after it. I guess they searched really hard i'm not too sure. I felt pretty violated when he handed the screen shots to me.

What the flim flam? There are dealerships that can spend that kind of time to search internet forums for customers' first names and then perform super sleuthing activities to deduce that "WillBRZ" from Northern California from an 86 forum must be the same Will <insert last name here> who just walked in with a Subaru BRZ? Oh and let's print it all out so we have evidence to stash in his file!

Aside from putting "Will", "BRZ", and half of a state together, have you ever posted anything that identifies who you are or what your license plate is, etc? If not, there's something else at play here.

infinite012 · 07-21-2013, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Foobar

What the flim flam? There are dealerships that can spend that kind of time to search internet forums for customers' first names and then perform super sleuthing activities to deduce that "WillBRZ" from Northern California from an 86 forum must be the same Will <insert last name here> who just walked in with a Subaru BRZ? Oh and let's print it all out so we have evidence to stash in his file!

Aside from putting "Will", "BRZ", and half of a state together, have you ever posted anything that identifies who you are or what your license plate is, etc? If not, there's something else at play here.

Some people on this very forum work at a dealership. It's not unreasonable to think that one of them had seen OP's car posted before and knew that it had been modified, giving a heads up to the service manager or whoever.

AVodka14 · 07-21-2013, 06:36 PM

What's next...Subaru denies a claim for DI failure noting that is Toyota's problem. I interacted with a Subaru dealership locally and they were arrogant, idiotic, and lacked knowledge of cars.

My first Scion was the tC when it first came out. I bought the TURD SC and it failed. They replaced it without question. I have put about 60k on the replacement SC without any issues. Toyota is not new to warranty issues concerning sports cars. People were swapping turbos on the Supra when they first bought them.

This forum will not dissolve because of dealerships patrolling. This car was built to take to the track and then be a daily driver (assuming the car is stock). If they will not fix something based faulty/worn out parts. Tinting your windows and upgrading your lights WILL NOT void your warranty. Now, turbos can even be arguable with certain mechanical problems? Just because you buy a turbo/SC does not mean your drivetrain warranty is automatically void. They HAVE to prove modification caused part failure. The turbo will not help your case yet it is not doom and gloom.

Everyone on here is doing such great work and I like to checking in on updates daily. I will put a DIY on BRZ headlamps for FRS soon. I may not though as it could void my warranty because it will heavily modified...bunch of idiots.

Foobar · 07-21-2013, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by infinite012

Some people on this very forum work at a dealership. It's not unreasonable to think that one of them had seen OP's car posted before and knew that it had been modified, giving a heads up to the service manager or whoever.

That's why I asked if he posted anything self-identifying. I can't see how else they connected the dots.

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BRZnut · 07-21-2013, 08:33 PM

In case anyone is reading this...let me make one thing clear...I only drive my car 30 mph once a week on Sundays to go to church.

infinite012 · 07-21-2013, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by BRZnut

In case anyone is reading this...let me make one thing clear...I only drive my car 30 mph once a week on Sundays to go to church.

30 mph in a residential area!?!?! RACECAR SUPER ULTRA MODIFIED WARRANTY DENIED!!!!

Lonewolf · 07-21-2013, 09:20 PM

It might be a good idea for those with mods or who autocross, etc. to make sure they never post pics of their license plate, vin, or themselves in front of their car.

If you're super paranoid....change the location under your avatar or leave it vague, and don't ever post your full name in a thread or the about me profile page...

I would love to see Diablo d+k sucker Subaru go sleuthing then...

Symmetrical · 07-21-2013, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BRZnut

In case anyone is reading this...let me make one thing clear...I only drive my car 30 mph once a week on Sundays to go to church.

Warranty denied: Owner drives car 4 times a month 5mph above the posted speed limit. Conclusion: Street racing in front of a church.

Bristecom · 07-21-2013, 09:43 PM

It's actually called Diablo Subaru? Do they realize Diablo means devil? I would never do business with a place called devil/demon. LOL

Symmetrical · 07-21-2013, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Bristecom

It's actually called Diablo Subaru? Do they realize Diablo means devil? I would never do business with a place called devil/demon. LOL

Well, it's located in Diablo Valley near Mt. Diablo I believe. And I think its called Diablo Valley Subaru

FRSBRZGT86FAN · 07-21-2013, 10:42 PM

I think all the dealers realized this site is a large base of people's issues so they decide they can deny you warranties and deny their own loss of profit. Youshould all probably take the time to black out our license plates and vins, in any photos, as well as remove your location from the site as well as if you have your real name as the username it should be removed as well. Just a little bit of extra insurance, I remember when CSGMike had his warranty claim denied, someone mentioned they went online and found substantial track use or something.

ndsleep612 · 07-21-2013, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Lonewolf

I've been told that I take things too far sometimes...

Oh yeah, OP I forgot one...make a complaint with the BBB as well...

BBB is useless. Business PAY to join BBB. You think it's really going to affect their revenues if you complain to the BBB? They'll just give them a pat on the hand and move on.

Lonewolf · 07-22-2013, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ndsleep612

BBB is useless. Business PAY to join BBB. You think it's really going to affect their revenues if you complain to the BBB? They'll just give them a pat on the hand and move on.

Mostly true. BBB Ratings and the threat of diminished ratings can influence certain individuals and cause certain actions to be undertaken, I've seen it work personally.

Besides, the BBB suggestion was in addition to 5 other more effective solutions to deal with the problem.

WillBRZ · 07-22-2013, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Foobar

That's why I asked if he posted anything self-identifying. I can't see how else they connected the dots.

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Nope nothing :/ I guess I have my mod list in my "garage" so they matched it up with location and first name. They even printed out my "garage" to show me how modified it is...lmfao

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07-21-2013, 06:36 PM	#45
AVodka14 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 Raven FRS MT Location: KY Posts: 857 Thanks: 351 Thanked 302 Times in 185 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s)	What's next...Subaru denies a claim for DI failure noting that is Toyota's problem. I interacted with a Subaru dealership locally and they were arrogant, idiotic, and lacked knowledge of cars. My first Scion was the tC when it first came out. I bought the TURD SC and it failed. They replaced it without question. I have put about 60k on the replacement SC without any issues. Toyota is not new to warranty issues concerning sports cars. People were swapping turbos on the Supra when they first bought them. This forum will not dissolve because of dealerships patrolling. This car was built to take to the track and then be a daily driver (assuming the car is stock). If they will not fix something based faulty/worn out parts. Tinting your windows and upgrading your lights WILL NOT void your warranty. Now, turbos can even be arguable with certain mechanical problems? Just because you buy a turbo/SC does not mean your drivetrain warranty is automatically void. They HAVE to prove modification caused part failure. The turbo will not help your case yet it is not doom and gloom. Everyone on here is doing such great work and I like to checking in on updates daily. I will put a DIY on BRZ headlamps for FRS soon. I may not though as it could void my warranty because it will heavily modified...bunch of idiots.

07-21-2013, 08:33 PM	#47
BRZnut Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: BRZ DGM Limited Location: USA Posts: 1,237 Thanks: 5 Thanked 431 Times in 250 Posts Mentioned: 8 Post(s)	In case anyone is reading this...let me make one thing clear...I only drive my car 30 mph once a week on Sundays to go to church.

07-21-2013, 09:20 PM	#49
Lonewolf Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: Moped Location: CA Posts: 4,300 Thanks: 4,905 Thanked 2,132 Times in 1,195 Posts Mentioned: 21 Post(s)	It might be a good idea for those with mods or who autocross, etc. to make sure they never post pics of their license plate, vin, or themselves in front of their car. If you're super paranoid....change the location under your avatar or leave it vague, and don't ever post your full name in a thread or the about me profile page... I would love to see Diablo d+k sucker Subaru go sleuthing then...

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