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Be warranty aware - new car buyers and pre delivery aftermarket mods/accessories
mux339:
Martin, I understand, and appreciate, the point that you make about warranty.
It would be helpful to know the details of the aftermarket suspension that was fitted, in order to provide context to the discussion. People want to know how and why things bend so they can avoid similar pitfalls.
mydmax2:
Most aftermarket suspension is a bit stiffer perhaps but also more compliant than OE and allow more suspension movement/travel to absorb axle movement under load so no bottoming happens. Bottoming is what WILL cause a chassis bend. it appears the NP300 is either a weak chassis or it was bent from new.
Despite the owner being an aware person, they may have not detected the fault when new. It isn't something you go looking for is it? As others mentioned, it is where the bend is which is of interest.
sdouglas:
I find it hard to believe the insurance claim gets rejected and you take it on the chin. If all components fitted are Australian Design rule compliant then what grounds does the insurance company have to dismiss this claim. There are legal firms out there who specialise in sorting this stuff out. Surely $40000 to $ 50000 worth of vehicle would be enough incentive to pursue this. Small claims tribunal, A Current Affairs, local newspaper could all help in some way. Cheers Shane
Freddie:
Little confused. How is it an insurance claim? Was the bent chassis caused by impact? Maybe I missed that detail.
xsm:
I think it's a case of nobody taking ownership of the problem because there are so many stakeholders.
Yes, in normal circumstances you would go through the hoops and use whatever avenues are available to get a satisfactory outcome. In this case, there was a long awaited, round Australia trip to get underway and knowing full well this was going to take a lot of time to resolve my mate just got on with it and I say good on him for not letting the issue possess him.
He is still doing what he can from afar and the car will likely be repaired at some point.
I'm not sure exactly where the bend is or the type of suspension mods done but I believe air bags are not involved.
Cheers
Martin
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