Imagine the shock of discovering that while your sports car was in for repairs, dealership employees took it on a high-speed joyride. This nightmare became a reality for John Parrish of Burlington, who recently watched dashcam footage of his 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 tearing through the streets. Although no laws were technically broken, this incident raises concerns about trust, accountability, and customer satisfaction in the automotive service industry.

Parrish was initially stunned when he reviewed the dashcam video of his ‘Vette racing through the streets. His vehicle had been at Modern Chevrolet of Burlington for necessary repairs. However, what occurred next was far from routine.

Parrish discovered that two dealership employees had taken his performance sports car on not only one, but two separate high-speed test drives without his knowledge or consent. It’s important to note that while test drives are a standard practice for quality assurance, they are typically conducted with the owner’s permission and within reasonable limits.

As if the unauthorized joyride wasn’t troubling enough, the story takes another twist. Parrish reported that the dealership had damaged his car while it was being serviced, leading to free replacement parts being provided. While he appreciated the gesture to rectify the damage, he believes it doesn’t address the more significant issues at hand. Some individuals commenting on the video argue that the mechanics responsible for the joyride should also be held accountable for their actions.

We are not here to pass judgment, but it seems appropriate for the dealership to offer a genuine apology in this case. If the joyride was performed without the owner’s knowledge, as it seems to be in this situation, the cost of the gas used and the mileage accrued during the joyride should be reimbursed in some manner.