Well, what started out as a love affair with my Stinger has devolved into something less desirable. Before I start, I will remind you all that I still like my car but I need to vent some frustration.
The first few months were great. Lots of excitement around the car, onlookers asking me what it was, "hey, that color is great! What color is that?" The very rapid acceleration comforting me after I hesitantly left my Lexus ISF. Then things began to slowly happen. Things that have slowly chipped away at my confidence level with the car, things that have sullied my experience with this beautiful and marvelous car. In an attempt to comfort myself, I find myself saying things like, "At least I didn't buy the Alfa Romeo." or "It is a first model year car, they can't think of everything." And to be fair, the latter statement rings true. A new experience that will forever shape how I look at first model year cars.
I am sure that my list of nags and nitpicks could be easily eclipsed by others on the forum, but I didn't buy their cars. I bought mine. As of now, there is no buyers remorse or deep regret but we are rapidly approaching that point. To date I have been affected by rear deck lid rattle, stereo fade setting not staying in the desired spot, blown right-side tires due to a pothole, brake pulsing issues (on the 3rd set now), cracking paint in the rooftop trim strips, LSD differential failure and replacement (no Stinger for 1-month), transmission park "pin" not reliably seating, wastegate screech, and most recently with an un-diagnosed chassis/suspension movement that unsettles the car during acceleration (noticed after LSD replacement). As of now, many of these issues remains unresolved.
Admittedly, the bar was set fairly high with a fairly sorted out Lexus ISF that put a smile on my face every time I drove it. After good experiences with two Genesis Coupes, I decided to sell the rapidly aging Lexus for the "future." Twin-turbo V-6, driver technology packages, Android Auto/Car Play, hatchback functionality, very usable back seat, and good styling, the Stinger checked all of the boxes. All but one... The "never buy a first model year car" box was not checked. I am glad that others have not had these experiences because the Stinger is a fantastic car. When "value" is considered, even more so.
So to all those with excellent examples of a Stinger quality and reliability, please offer up your encouragement as you see fit. I could use a boost right now.
The first few months were great. Lots of excitement around the car, onlookers asking me what it was, "hey, that color is great! What color is that?" The very rapid acceleration comforting me after I hesitantly left my Lexus ISF. Then things began to slowly happen. Things that have slowly chipped away at my confidence level with the car, things that have sullied my experience with this beautiful and marvelous car. In an attempt to comfort myself, I find myself saying things like, "At least I didn't buy the Alfa Romeo." or "It is a first model year car, they can't think of everything." And to be fair, the latter statement rings true. A new experience that will forever shape how I look at first model year cars.
I am sure that my list of nags and nitpicks could be easily eclipsed by others on the forum, but I didn't buy their cars. I bought mine. As of now, there is no buyers remorse or deep regret but we are rapidly approaching that point. To date I have been affected by rear deck lid rattle, stereo fade setting not staying in the desired spot, blown right-side tires due to a pothole, brake pulsing issues (on the 3rd set now), cracking paint in the rooftop trim strips, LSD differential failure and replacement (no Stinger for 1-month), transmission park "pin" not reliably seating, wastegate screech, and most recently with an un-diagnosed chassis/suspension movement that unsettles the car during acceleration (noticed after LSD replacement). As of now, many of these issues remains unresolved.
Admittedly, the bar was set fairly high with a fairly sorted out Lexus ISF that put a smile on my face every time I drove it. After good experiences with two Genesis Coupes, I decided to sell the rapidly aging Lexus for the "future." Twin-turbo V-6, driver technology packages, Android Auto/Car Play, hatchback functionality, very usable back seat, and good styling, the Stinger checked all of the boxes. All but one... The "never buy a first model year car" box was not checked. I am glad that others have not had these experiences because the Stinger is a fantastic car. When "value" is considered, even more so.
So to all those with excellent examples of a Stinger quality and reliability, please offer up your encouragement as you see fit. I could use a boost right now.
