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Old 02-12-2018, 05:40 AM   #23
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I was referring to the Chrysler and GM reinstatement arbitration’s in 2009 where rejected Dealers has to make a showing that they met certain criteria to qualify for reinstatement, essentially proving that they were good and productive Dealers. Chrysler and GM would argue that a Dealers’ failure to invoke their rights to receive warranty reimbursement at retail means they left money on the table that couldn’t be used for marketing and sales and therefore were not effectively representing the brand. Absurd. However, privately, there is no excuse for a dealer not taking advantage of these statutes which now, in 2018, exist in 40 states. Anyone concerned about retaliation or factory blowback should call Chris Forgione of my office as he heads up our Warranty Reimbursement Department and he will be happy to walk you through this. He has done thousands of these in all 40 states and does not charge a contingency fee like others do. (516-873-3000) He can show you what you stand to gain and at what cost. He can let you know how your manufacturer responds as well as they are all different. Don’t forget about a labor increase as well. Manufacturers try to discourage dealers from submitting but most dealers in “retail” states are proceeding. Best, Len Bellavia
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