Vicvector 2 Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 Some little punkster punched a hole in my left rear light package in the middle of the night last weekend. Not enough for an insurance claim so I looked at the Chevy/GM wholesale parts web sites. The assembly is around $165-$170 with a CORE CHARGE of $50. I told them that mine was damaged and they said GM wouldn't take it back as a core. So let's see...... This is a, um, "CHUNK OF PLASTIC" with 3 holes in it (lamp socket holders, aka "HOLES") Why in the heck would there be a core charge on this part ? Can they rebuild it ? No. Would someone trade it in because it's dirty ? No I found one on Ebay motors for $103, total with tax (shipping free) $113 and change. and...NO CORE CHARGE. lol I thought this was too funny and stupid and wanted to share it with you all. (by the way, this is an easy part to replace...... two philips screws and it pops out) Jim....2013 Spark 2LT Automatic, Denim blue and they fixed the A/C (woo hoo !) Link to post Share on other sites
Angrybird12 61 Posted August 11, 2014 Share Posted August 11, 2014 (edited) I have never heard of a core charge on a light housing. I just checked GMpartsdirect.com and the part is not showing a core charge. http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/catalog/frameset.cfm Edited August 11, 2014 by Angrybird12 Link to post Share on other sites
Vicvector 2 Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share Posted August 12, 2014 Check a few more GM sites Angrybird12. Chevy Wholesale Parts didn't show one either UNTIL I placed my order. THEN the next day my order went on hold and they told me there was a core charge. Link to post Share on other sites
Angrybird12 61 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 (edited) I went all they way through the order process without hitting the final submit button and never got anything about a core charge... I have ordered a lot of parts from GMpartsdirect and it always lists any core charges before you submit your order. I never dealt with that site you posted. It does not sound honest to wait till after you submit the order to tell you there is a core charge. Edited August 12, 2014 by Angrybird12 Link to post Share on other sites
Angrybird12 61 Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) I was just at my dealer and yes GM is charging a core charge on all lenses. They are even charging core charges on bumper covers now. They want the old part turned in to keep the parts out of aftermarket suppliers hands that will repair them. I was wrong. Sorry. Edited August 13, 2014 by Angrybird12 Link to post Share on other sites
Vicvector 2 Posted August 15, 2014 Author Share Posted August 15, 2014 (edited) No problem Angrybird12. Of course as soon as I mentioned mine was damaged they said no way on the core refund. I just got my brand new replacement from Ebay motors today and it even had all three lamps included. Total price was $113 with shipping. It arrived by UPS in perfect condition. Now THATS a deal. Have a great day and congrats on being a cancer survivor ! Jim Edited August 15, 2014 by Vicvector Link to post Share on other sites
Greg_E 211 Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Why would anyone be looking to buy a complete light assembly if their core was in working, undamaged shape? Just a stupid policy that makes sure we all buy from overseas. Link to post Share on other sites
Klouseau 6 Posted September 11, 2014 Share Posted September 11, 2014 (edited) A tail light is $296 in Canada. I bought a brand new one on Ebay for $90 including shipping. Edited September 11, 2014 by Klouseau Link to post Share on other sites
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