u/Business_Platypus_81

Has anyone dealt with a car that just couldn’t be repaired?

My van has been in the shop 5 times for an electrical issue. Something is draining the battery. The dealership has replaced many parts that they think is causing the issue, but the car will be dead within a week of getting it home. They keep it over a week each repair - the last repair took over a month. It ran for almost 2 weeks this time and I’m sending it back again today.
The warranty is covering the repairs each time but it’s getting ridiculous. I’ve been in contact with Carvana about the issue several times. They’re telling me to go back to the same dealership and tell them that if they can’t fix it they need to ask SilverRock to send someone out.
I’ve had the car right at 100 days.
And yes - I did do the PPI. They just didn’t find this problem.

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Latest thrift store find.

I’m almost embarrassed at how cheap this little beauty was. Found at a local thrift shop. The case is completely falling apart, but all pieces are still here. I think a little wood glue will help.
The machine runs nicely and was only missing the bobbin.

u/Business_Platypus_81 — 1 month ago

SilverRock roadside assistance

Has anyone actually used SilverRocks roadside assistance? My batteries were replaced at 30 days of ownership. Now, just 10 days later, the cars completely dead again. Called to get it towed to the dealership and can’t get any help. I was on hold for over 30 minutes on 2 separate calls. The first one said I don’t have roadside coverage in the limited warranty. The second one said I should just call a local tow company and apply for reimbursement.
Thank goodness I’m not stuck on the side of a highway!!

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u/Business_Platypus_81 — 2 months ago

Looking pretty in blue

I can’t decide if I want to shorten the tulle to match the dress length, or leave it as is.

u/Business_Platypus_81 — 3 months ago

Furniture Find

I found this awesome chair and chaise lounge set on FB Marketplace. I think it’s a perfect fit!

u/Business_Platypus_81 — 3 months ago

Singer 99

This little 1930 Singer 99 has the most perfect little stitches. I was fighting with my “good “ machine today and decided to pull out one of my display machines. It sews through any thing and is super fast!

u/Business_Platypus_81 — 3 months ago

Singer 306k

Found this workhorse at a thrift store last weekend. It was marked down to $10!! It needed a new needle and was missing the bobbin case.
Got the parts in today. It sews beautifully!

u/Business_Platypus_81 — 3 months ago

PPI - List of Approved Shops?

Got my new van yesterday evening. I want to get an inspection done, but I’m completely confused at how to go about it.
Should I just go to my nearest dealership and then submit each issue through the app? Or should I find a certified repair shop for the inspection?

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u/Business_Platypus_81 — 3 months ago
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It can’t really be this easy.

After a horrible experience with a local dealership, ( I spent three hours picking out a card test driving going through financing only to be told after signing the papers that there was an open recall and the car couldn’t be sold. ) I bit the bullet and ordered a similar car from Carvana. My interest rate and monthly payments are lower and the car is pretty comparable to my original choice. Got approved instantly after I submitted insurance paperwork and waiting on my new bright blue minivan to be dropped off on Wednesday! Cross your fingers for me that all continues to work well!

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u/Business_Platypus_81 — 3 months ago

I didn’t get much time to sew this week but I was able to complete these 2 cute peasant tops in a few hours this afternoon. (Pattern by Fierce Kitten Studio)

u/Business_Platypus_81 — 4 months ago