Is this a dealer gimmick?

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VA_04LS_V8

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This morning I received the e-mail below from my local Lincoln dealer. It is vague and when I called they want to set up an appointment to analize my 04LS for any 'potential' fixes that might enhance the performance of the car. when I called the service manager wouldn't say whether the updates were part of the 'free' service or not. The e-mail does say the fixes are complimentary but I'm still not convinced and I think that this is just a gimmick to get me there for some sort of service sales pitch which I don't have time for.

Has anyone else received any thing like this from your Lincoln Dealer (I x'ed the phone number)?


E-mail follows:


IMPORTANT
RECALL NOTICE

We have you in our records as currently owning a 2004, 2005 or 2006 Lincoln or Mercury vehicle, there may be manufacturer recalls that could affect both the drivability and safety of your vehicle. These fixes are
A Complimentary Service We Provide For You!

We are authorized to provide you with a current list of these problems regardless of where you bought your vehicle (new or used).
This is ABSOLUTELY FREE!

In addition, with our diagnostic equipment, we can check for computer software updates for your vehicle's modules that could enhance your vehicle's performance or operation.
Again, This is Absolutely FREE!

Call Toll Free 1-866-xxx-xxxx Monday - Friday 8am - 6pm or Saturday 8am - 1pm
Ask for a Recall Specialist and Have Your Vehicle ID Number Available.
 
I get stuff like that in the mail from the place I bought my car from. Right in the shredder is where it winds up.
 
there was a recall for my car...
Make: LINCOLN Model: LS
Model Year: 2005
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Report Date: MAR 16, 2005
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 05V113000
N/A
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 56


just goto http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/recallsearch.cfm and enter your info. they have to fix a recall for free.
 
sometimes they just want you in there to trade in your car. i also get stuff in the mail saying my warranty is expired and to call them asap. those are nrmally very vague.
 
I too get the warranty stuff all the time even though I have an extended warranty. That junk does go into the trash.

This is the first time the Dealer that services my car (not where I purchased it) has shot me an e-mail like this. If it is to seduce me there then I will find someplace else to have my LS worked on.
 
It looks like they will tell you what they can do to your car for free. But to actually do it will cost money.
 
It looks like they will tell you what they can do to your car for free. But to actually do it will cost money.
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They just want you to go in there to hopefully separate you from your money.
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Yep, I was thinking both. Dirty Dealer! I know the economy is bad for car makers but ticking off your customers is not good business pratice.
 
As we all know and I am sure agree, we can do better mods to enhance the vehicle's performance or operation than they can (or will do) anyway!
 
VA_04LS_V8 said:
As we all know and I am sure agree, we can do better mods to enhance the vehicle's performance or operation than they can (or will do) anyway!
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That's cause those who go beyond stock have creativity...or alot of :q:q:q:qin money..like this retard!

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