I recently purchased a 2024 jet ski from Performance East in Goldsboro, NC, and my experience has been deeply disappointing. This jet ski was intended to replace one of the two I currently own, and I was eager to hit the water. Unfortunately, several issues quickly turned my excitement into frustration.
Firstly, it was evident that the jet ski had not been properly prepped before delivery. The so-called dealer prep fee seemed to be a waste, as the jet ski was sold with a bad battery and stale gas. Given that the jet ski had been sitting on the lot for an extended period, these issues were clearly a result of poor lot management. The jet ski only ran for 9 minutes (as indicated on the screen), which was the amount of time it had been operational after being unpacked.
When I contacted the service department, they informed me that they had addressed the issues by replacing the battery, spark plugs, and draining the gas. However, they refused to refuel the tank, only putting 5 gallons of gas in it. Considering this was a 2024 model with just 9 minutes of run time, it's clear that the stale gas was a direct result of it sitting unsold for too long.
I tried to explain that I had used the same gas in my truck, which did not exhibit any issues, but the service team insisted that I must have put bad gas into the jet ski. This was an absurd accusation, especially since the problem originated from the jet ski's prolonged storage.
I am extremely frustrated with Performance East and their service department. The lack of accountability and customer service is unacceptable. If I could rate them lower than one star, I would. I strongly advise against doing business with Performance East. Their service team clearly lacks the competence and responsibility expected from a reputable dealership.
Performance East, it's crucial that you address these issues and educate your service department. Poor customer service not only drives away clients but also damages your reputation. Taking ownership of your mistakes and ensuring proper preparation of your products should be a priority.
For those interested, gasoline does degrade over time, as noted by sources like Seafoam. When stored for long periods, the volatile hydrocarbons evaporate, causing the fuel to become less efficient and eventually "go bad." This is a well-known issue and should have been anticipated by the dealership. read more