Myrtle Bad News

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

RE: Myrtle Bad News

robell · Senior Member

Happywanderer wrote:
No, Please I wouldn't accept it. Don't even think of doing that.
I will find a way.

Even though we have never met face to face HW, i feel that we are friends, what are we here for if we can't help one and other. Rob.

Cruising Granny · Guru

The mention of the speedo reading vs what the motor has really done is a worry Marj.
If you can prove there's been some tampering, you may have an issue to raise with the ACCC.
You bought the vehicle in good faith, paid money in good faith, someone took advantage of your innocence, and you're the loser.
That's not nice. In fact it's crooked. A simple chat on the phone will give you a clear picture of where you stand. Please give it a try. It's in your best interest.

Happywanderer · The Master

After what I've found out today I am thinking you may be right wombat. Perhaps I should ring them tomorrow and ask their advice. Just to get my head around it all and see what they say.

milo · Guru

sorry to hear about Myrtle , i do agree with wombat about the car dealers crappyness...
but it might be a blessing in desguise, at least now you
know whats up with Myrtle , and thats better than not knowing...

good luck marj..

Vic · Guru

I'm starting another thread "Save Myrtle the Turtle", no need to make the amount donated public, but suggest those who do so pm Marg (she will know who they are) and ask for her bank account details for a direct donation, or Marg can open a special account to put it in and let us know. I'm in too. Even if we don't get enough for a new or reconditioned engine, at least it will help Marg with a holiday in Myrtle.

Like the others say Marg, I am devastated by the news too, my hope were a lot higher than the outcome. I hate people who take advantage of others and they must have known.

Suggest you get that heavy oil and have a trip, start small for starters, 60,000 kms will give you at leat three years of travel.

Chin up girl!

shadyandme · Senior Member

Marj I am so sorry to hear that news but not really surprised,I told you everyone thinks that car salesman and the mechanic are a<holes pardon my french but thats what they are. I have had dealings with accc and they are very helpful, and these rip off merchants need to be accountable, It will not cost anything to try, you may even get something back, best of luck but give it a try. Norma

capt cream bun · Senior Member

i am in.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

Marj, I am very pleased to see you are coming round, if the ACCC advises that you can do something through them why not suggest that a new or replacement enigine would be all you require, if that is what you want, or masybe you would like your money refunded.

PLEASE make that call tomorrow, don't leave it too long. I wish you well.

Sheba · Guru

Marj, there comes a time in all our lives, when we have to learn to accept the help of

others. I used to be the same as you. Too Independant for your own good.

Really, we're all being a little bit selfish,[even those who don't recognise the fact yet]

because we're all going to feel wonderful when we've got you back on the Road again.

One way or another, you're going to be helped.

Cheers,

Sheba.

HeadnHome · Senior Member

what a bugger!!

jimricho · Guru

I can't add anything other to endorse all the previous comments. I know it meant a lot to you to be able to get out on the road and do some "happywandering"

love and best wishes,

Jim

peter and rose · Veteran Member

Hi Marg
Sorry to hear about your dilemma
Now to put this into perspective.
We are newbies and have received a lot of invaluable information from other grey nomads who live for the lifestyle
You have had a lot of posts through this site and have probably contributed a lot to all of us by way of advice and general information!
Most of the people you have touched can afford $50 some more some less
If we can get the numbers and the name of a trustworthy mechanic you should be on the road again fairly quickly
Its not charity its about people realising one persons contribution to a group and helping when its needed
please give let me know how I can make donation and hopefully one day we will meet up and laugh about the problems you have now
Peter rosemary and Ollie the retreiver (currently at lake elphinstone)

lilly31 · Guru

_wombat_ wrote:
Marj, I am very pleased to see you are coming round, if the ACCC advises that you can do something through them why not suggest that a new or replacement enigine would be all you require, if that is what you want, or masybe you would like your money refunded.
PLEASE make that call tomorrow, don't leave it too long. I wish you well.

I have to agree very stongly with Wombat .... ring the ACCC see how you go with them

Sound like the person who sold you myrtle need to been brought into line a least ...just think even if you dont get anywhere with the seller maybe you will save someone else going throught what you have ....

bill12 · Guru

Its a 3y , or so I am led to believe. Perhaps Marg, or the mechanic can tell us. They are a common motor.Its nice to see a bit of community action.Lets cut the corner , and do it ourselves.Surely there is Gns with the skills. The moneys not the problem-I would enjoy just trying to help.Then , after Mrtyle is going again, we can put a"I helped save Mrytle" sticker on the back of me vehicle.I am working tommorrow morn, so when I get home I will go and see my bank. The manager is in Rotary.

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jules47 · The Happy Helper

Lets see what happens when Marj rings ACCC(?) - hopefully she will get some redress from them -how did it pass roadworthy - oh,yes I know all about "dodgy" roadworthies, but why did SIL let it go there if he knew about the mechanic - we are supposed to look after our own I thought. Anyway lets see what comes up - personally, I am willing to help in any way I can, if need be, goes without saying.

Happywanderer · The Master

Hi guys, just written on the other thread, been talking to my sister for the last hour on the phone. When I told her what had happened she said, How much, I will write you a cheque and pop it in the post.
So please all of you, No donations, but we can still put a sticker on her bum when fixed saying "The Grey Nomads saved me"

I am going to go through ACCC first and see how that goes, hopefully something can be done. If nothing then I will take her to Geelong for a new motor.
Thanks everyone,.

Cruising Granny · Guru

By the way, where did you get the Myrtle sticker? Can you show me a photo? I'm looking for a sticker for Rosy's windscreen.

Happywanderer · The Master

Hi CG, You go to cafepress.com.au. On the right hand side is a place where you create you own design, size, shape, wording etc. order it and pay by paypal, there are other methods of payment, then they post it to you.
It only cost 6.00 in total (incl postage) there was a special at the time but not much dearer than that anyway. They come from USA and took no longer than a week.

Happywanderer · The Master

Its from the same place I had the Happy Wanderer sticker made.
Will take a photo of this one now and put it up here.

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

good on you Marj, I am sure you will happy when you make that phone call, the call I have been trying to get you to make for some time now, you go girl

Happywanderer · The Master

Myrtle sticker

Happywanderer · The Master

Thanks wombat. I could only see it as all my fault before. But now with confirmation she was like this before I bought her I feel more confident to go to ACCC and get something done.
I might make it to WA next year after all. You never know. Either way a new motor should get me right around Aus no problem.

blaze · Guru

With a new motor you will have to do some big trips to run her in. When its done make sure you also have new air cleaner and a complete check of all the intake pipe works and a good flush and check of your radiator and replace ALL your radiator hoses and heater pipes.
cheers
blaze

milo · Guru

good luck to you and Myrtle ,many happy miles from now on..

_wombat_ · Master (of Mischief)

Happywanderer wrote:
Thanks wombat. I could only see it as all my fault before. But now with confirmation she was like this before I bought her I feel more confident to go to ACCC and get something done.
I might make it to WA next year after all. You never know. Either way a new motor should get me right around Aus no problem.

it was NEVER your fault, you made a purchase in good faith and the car yard let you down (in my oponion) when you get to WA you had better not forget to call in and see me and Mrs W, does not have to be next year, could be anytime in the future.

Esmeralda · Guru

Hey Marj - I am glad your sister will help you out, that is great news indeed.
Helen

Happywanderer · The Master

Have posted on the other thread re ACCC and the caryard. Now waiting for reply from caryard to see what they will do to help me.

ken thomas · Guru

Hello Marj
Just read the thread and what a worry.

we did not notice the different spark plugs,but at least Sam knows what he is doing and putting you on the right path.
I will catch up with you and see where i can help.
Great to know there are some great people in the Grey Nomads
Ken

May · Member

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR P LANS GOING ASTRAY WITH MYRTLE. HOPE ALL COMES TOGERTHER FOR YOU. BEST WISHES NANCY