Bye Bye Honda Fit! Helllllllllooooooooooo Mazdaspeed3!!!!!

Discussion in 'Fit' started by Spaz, Jun 18, 2006.

  1. I recall an article (WSJ?) on how some car companies (and I think
    Mitsubishi was specifically mentioned) would take note of participants
    in all racing events down to the autocross level and deny any warranty
    claims based on participation.
     
    Gordon McGrew, Jun 21, 2006
    #21
  2. Spaz

    Body Roll Guest

    that's fine. I have no money to blow on the track/autocross anyway.
    and i haven't heard many horror stories about evo reliability.
    do you have links?
     
    Body Roll, Jun 21, 2006
    #22
  3. Spaz

    Spaz Guest

    I'm sure glad I'm not stupid enough to do that.
     
    Spaz, Jun 21, 2006
    #23
  4. Spaz

    Body Roll Guest

    ^^^^^^
    I think "Impatient" would be more fitting.
     
    Body Roll, Jun 21, 2006
    #24


  5. Well, this is what I found with a Google search:

    This is from a defunct web page:

    http://64.233.187.104/search?q=cache:lIxAsPWlx3sJ:team3s.com/digests/v02n263.htm+mitsubishi+warranty+racing+denied+OR+deny+OR+void*&hl=en&gl=us&ct=clnk&cd=3

    WARNING WILL ROBINSON!!
    BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING!!

    Just got an official reply to my nice little letter to the president
    of
    Mitsubishi, asking him to honor my warranty claim.

    Here's part of the letter from the customer connections manager:

    "It is our determination that the damage done to your vehicle was
    directly
    related to the use of your vehicle for racing. Your website posts
    times,
    location, and duration of contests."*

    I never told them I had a website, so this confirms all the rumors
    we've
    been hearing that Mitsubishi monitors our activities, at tracks and on
    the
    Web.

    My advice to all of you is:

    1. Do not ever buy a new car with a Mitsubishi warranty. If you want
    an
    Evo or a Lancer or whatever, buy it used from a General Motors dealer,
    and
    then purchase the GM aftermarket warranty. GM's warranty is the best
    in the
    business.

    2. If you road race, drag race, autocross, or indulge in any other
    motorsport, be aware that Mitsubishi observes some of these events in
    person, and notes what Mitsu vehicles are competing.

    3. If you communicate on our discussion groups, better get an alias.
    Big
    Brother is watching this forum and all other lists. They identify us
    by
    name, car, etc., and use the information to deny warranty claims.
    Rumors
    have been flying that they deny ALL claims, not just on equipment that
    could possibly be damaged by racing.
     
    Gordon McGrew, Jun 22, 2006
    #25
  6. Spaz

    Matt Ion Guest

    I think my next reply to Mitsubishi would be to request their proof that
    the car in question was actually involved in racing itself, including
    identifiable video or photos showing the VIN plate...
     
    Matt Ion, Jun 22, 2006
    #26
  7. Spaz

    Alan Browne Guest

    Maybe time to use cars for transportation (what they're really all
    about) and not racing.
     
    Alan Browne, Jun 22, 2006
    #27
  8. Spaz

    jim beam Guest

    they have to prove it. just 'cos you raced a mitsu doesn't mean it's
    the same vehicle as affected by a warranty issue. heck, if you're a
    mitsu fan, you'll have two or three of them, one for towing the racer to
    events, one for the wife, etc. denial based on "inconclusive" web
    browsing is a try-on. and they know it. don't take "no" for an answer.
    you have rights in this matter. exercise them.
     
    jim beam, Jun 22, 2006
    #28
  9. Spaz

    Body Roll Guest

    Maybe not. But if I were Mitsubishi I would not want to pay for any
    repairs on a car that was raced. Racing = rapid wear and tear.
    Why should they cover it? I think every car maker has explicit
    statements in the warranty saying that racing equals automatic
    cancellation of a warranty. If you race $30k car you'd better have
    cash to pay for all repairs out of pocket or race something cheaper.
    Period.
     
    Body Roll, Jun 22, 2006
    #29
Ask a Question

Want to reply to this thread or ask your own question?

You'll need to choose a username for the site, which only take a couple of moments (here). After that, you can post your question and our members will help you out.