Well first service carried out. I went for an ineos agent service, more so to ensure software updates and all checks were carried out. Lucky i did, As It was confirmed on the day I was in the transfer case recall. (Communication would be nice before embarking on a big trip) As I'm not aware how catastrophic it could turn with defective transfer. (One dealer did mention I may require it after I quoted my vin, also my vin wasn't on recall list that has circled)
It was a 2 day service, loan car provided which was great (pre-booked). All checks carried out and service completed. A few gripes, still obviously cost, but meh, to ensure warranty and have transfer case replaced I'll wear it. By my next service hopefully we have more clarity warranty etc in writing and I may choose to service closer to home.
2nd, I have to return for a wheel alignment that was reported in first week of ownership and I kept reminding them about. however service department didn't want to have to pay for it (leaving me to pay and do it) even though it was delivered offset, so a little frustrating, but they have now agreed to have it corrected at their cost.
Only other concern, my passenger side fender (to access oil filter) is scratched, the whole top mainly (haven't really looked at the side yet) assuming from service blanket. Paint had been corrected and ceramic coated... So again frustrating. It will be looked at and assessed but as the drivers isn't scratched at all I'm sure it occured in service. So will look to have ppf on top wings, or checker plate As it will happen each service...
My advice before servicing elsewhere:
- Call multiple agents and check for any recalls or what checks will be carried out (they won't send you anything but will let you know over the phone)
Advice for servicing at agent.
Call in advance to ensure a loan car is allocated if it's required.
So some good and some bad... But half expected for a new company. Hanging in there, and hopefully it gets better. Communication and reputation are very important to survive and I want ineos to survive so badly.