New member problem

**Sidney** · 02-01-2003, 08:19 AM

Hey guys, I am a new member, and just bought a MM yesterday. I am very upset. There seems to be a slight thumping coming from the engine driver valve cover. If they have to go inside engine, I will request to recieve another car. I only have 80 miles, and had the car less than 24 hours. The bad part is a sunroof was cut in. On my way to dealer today.l

**Effster** · 02-01-2003, 08:38 AM

sidney,,never ever do an aftermarket sunroof install.......factory only

**nomad** · 02-01-2003, 08:54 AM

Sydney, every now and then a lemon gets through.

No matter how inept we make our dealers sound at times, I'm confident Lincoln Mercury will make this right.

Hang in there! You've got a GREAT ride

Keep us posted

**Racerx88** · 02-01-2003, 08:57 AM

Are you sure it's not the air pump for the rear air suspension making the noises? Just a thought.

BTW, there's nothing wrong with an aftermarket sunroof install as long as it's done by a good shop.

**Sidney** · 02-02-2003, 06:03 PM

Went to the dealer, and the pulled another marauder next to mine. My car continued thump around the passenger valve cover. They wanted me to break it in, and if I had any problems they would give me another engine. Monday I have to get another car. By the way they have another one with TC, clock, and gas door release, and full size spare, but it has 74 miles on it.

**RF Overlord** · 02-02-2003, 06:19 PM

So are you asking whether you should take the other one with 74 miles on it?

**Sidney** · 02-02-2003, 06:27 PM

Yes, just wondering since another one has 5 miles. Both are 300B. Still has to be driven to get roof.

**Bigdogjim** · 02-02-2003, 06:47 PM

Sidney: Welcome. Sorry to hear of your problem."By the way they have another one with TC, clock, and gas door release, and full size spare, but it has 74 miles on it" Does your MM have these items? If not and they are offering another MM and will put a sunroof in it for the same price then I would switch.70 miles is not a lot. I have seen MM with 300+ on the lot as new not demos. When I got mine in Sept. they let me test drive one that had 400 miles on it and somebody bought it. I also agree with Racerx88 as long as the shop does good work it will fine. Hope it works out in your favor let us know.
Big Dog

**Sidney** · 02-02-2003, 06:57 PM

My original MM roof was done perfect by an ASC company. Same dark headliner,and they kept the front and middle map lights. I noticed pictures of other members cars with theirs taken out. Mine almost looked stock. When I get a new car I will post pictures. But thanks for the concern guys. I guess 74 miles isn't much when I will have all the options of 300A and 300B.

**RF Overlord** · 02-02-2003, 07:04 PM

Take either of the the other ones, dude...let someone else worry about the knocking sound...even if they'll give you a new motor, it'll still be a PITA to deal with, plus the time lost not driving your baby...

**Sidney** · 02-02-2003, 07:09 PM

You are right. I am currently driving a 2003 Grand Marquis demo. I miss the performance. Hope they can make the switch tomorow.

**jgc61sr2002** · 02-02-2003, 07:12 PM

Sidney If you have the opportunity to take another one do so by all means. ASAP. John

**Sidney** · 02-02-2003, 07:21 PM

Will be switching the vin# tomorow just hope they can finish the roof. Boy, I have sign all those purchase forms all over again. Good chance to make Stu Evans LM throw in something extra.

**Effster** · 02-02-2003, 08:02 PM

Make them put the roof in ,,free of charge.If you ***** and moan enough they will.Let ford eat it.

**LincMercLover** · 02-02-2003, 09:01 PM

In my expirences with dealers, all you gotta do is make a mention of Detroit and they'll be

to you. Just a thought... I'd definately demand a new car!

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