The Ongoing Saga of Buying a Sypder....

[StarTraveler649]

This episode takes place between 1:15 and 2:45.

Went to pick up my Spyder today. Yesterday dealer said they would have it ready by 1 PM. Showed up at 1:15, signed papers, etc. Sales lady said they are almost done. (they started yesterday morning, why they are not complete at 1:15 is beyond me).

Now 1:30, she says there is a small problem. One key won't start the Spyder, they need to reprogram it. Come back in about 45 minutes. Go to lunch, return 1 hour later. Now 2:15. ray:

Wait around until 2:45. Update, key will not take reprogramming. they are swapping out with another ignition unit that has two workable keys. Will call this afternoon, should be ready by 4:00. :banghead:

Now, I am sitting back at work, no Spyder, not very happy on a beautiful riding day !!

At least I am getting a new helmet out of the deal...so far !

 

[xpeschon]

Warrenty

Sounds like to me they should have thrown in the extented warrenty (FREE) with the deal along with a helmet... Did you buy the extended warrenty? If not it would be a good idea to cause if you decide later on it will cost you a little bit more---maybe...

Joe
Sorry to hear about the whole situation..

 

[COOLMACHINE]

when do you want your spyder?

I WANT IT AND I WANT IT NOW!!! :banghead:

Free helmet sounds nice. At least shows they care about their customer and want you to return in the future. I've had worse experiences but I certainly understand your frustration. I WANT IT AND I WANT IT NOW!!! :spyder:

 

[Dudley]

Thankfully they have a working unit to replace it with. I can understand the anxiety and frustration. I had to wait 2 weeks after I was told mine would be ready...dealer to dealer exchange and transportation problems. Now, 7000 miles and 4.5 months later, IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT! See you in July!

 

[Roaddog2]

At least it is being taken care of from the get go :thumbup:

 

[mike3069]

Wait around until 2:45. Update, key will not take reprogramming. they are swapping out with another ignition unit that has two workable keys.

HUMMM? Can they do that without reprograming the Security System (DESS)?

 

[StarTraveler649]

This episode takes place between 4:30 and 5:30

Get back to dealer, key # 1 works, Key # 2 works. :2thumbs:

Go to load Spyder on trailer and guess what ?? It won't fit ! Yes, I know it needs a minimum 6" wide trailer, yes I should have measured it myself and not taken my buddy's word. Looked narrow, but thought it looked smaller behind my Tahoe ! What a bonehead screw up !

Have a 6' X 10' trailer locked on as we speak, measured to make sure ! Picking up tomorrow morning at 9 AM, rest of work day is looking shaky for going to work after ! LOL

Well, I have the honor of having one of the few SPyders that was in the shop before I even saw it !!!!!

T-13 hours and counting. At least I was able to drive it around the parking lot ! LOL

 

[StarTraveler649]

HUMMM? Can they do that without reprograming the Security System (DESS)?

Not sure, at this point, both keys start Spyder and it runs. Anything specific I need to look for in regards to DESS ?

 

[Lamonster]

This episode takes place between 4:30 and 5:30

Get back to dealer, key # 1 works, Key # 2 works. :2thumbs:

Go to load Spyder on trailer and guess what ?? It won't fit ! Yes, I know it needs a minimum 6" wide trailer, yes I should have measured it myself and not taken my buddy's word. Looked narrow, but thought it looked smaller behind my Tahoe ! What a bonehead screw up !

Have a 6' X 10' trailer locked on as we speak, measured to make sure ! Picking up tomorrow morning at 9 AM, rest of work day is looking shaky for going to work after ! LOL

Well, I have the honor of having one of the few SPyders that was in the shop before I even saw it !!!!!

T-13 hours and counting. At least I was able to drive it around the parking lot ! LOL

Have a good night sleep.:shocked:

 

[Dudley]

Not sure, at this point, both keys start Spyder and it runs. Anything specific I need to look for in regards to DESS ?

Ride to the Best Stop and get some boudin and cracklins. Have a few bites for me. Enjoy the Ryde, Cajun.

 

[StarTraveler649]

As matter of fact, had some on the way back with an empty trailer...nothing cuts the heart break of Spyder denial then good boudin !!!

 

[Dudley]

As matter of fact, had some on the way back with an empty trailer...nothing cuts the heart break of Spyder denial then good boudin !!!

Amen!

 

[GeminiJane]

Free helmet is so you don't hurt yourself when you're banging your head against the wall! :banghead:

Best of luck and :congrats:

 

[IMRU3]

opcorn:opcorn:opcorn:.

:congrats: for owning a :spyder2:. Happy riding soon.

 

[StarTraveler649]

I got my Spyda'........ I got my Spyda...and you don't have one ! Oh wait, yes you do !! LOL

Picked her up at 9 this AM. leaving work at 11 to get some riding time in. Nice day for it too !

:yes::yes::yes::yes:

As an aside, really like this forum, is way better then others I have been involved in where every post ends up in a flame fest. Very helpful people as well !!

 

[bjt]

I guess, officially, congratulations are in order. :congrats:

 

[dltang]

:congrats::2thumbs:welcome

 

[Lamonster]

:congrats::clap::spyder2::2thumbs:

 

[xpeschon]

COOL

Alright, I'm happy for you.. I took off this afternoon as well, if we where a little closer we could go for a little ride.. Nice day hear so I said "Screw it" I'm out of here,, Getting ready to change cloths as we speak and hit the road, I'm trying to put on a couple hundred miles so I can get this 600 mile service out the way on Satuday.. Ride Safe.

Joe

 

[spyderbitten]

welcome :congrats:. The wait just makes the first ride better :2thumbs:.