URGENT: Do I tip or not?

[Mermaidman]

I'm leaving my car with the dealership's service dept. The dealer will provide transportation to the airport.

Do I tip the guy who's driving me to the airport? If yes, how much?

I would have been reimbursed for airport parking and mileage had I driven myself, so it's not saving me any money.

 

[KLin]

I wouldn't.

 

[krunchykrome]

I wouldnt think so.

 

[spidey07]

no

 

[Mermaidman]

1:7 Yes/No ratio so far. I guess it's a NO.

 

[Unheard]

It's not a pizza delivery boy, so your car should be safe from vandalism.

 

[DainBramaged]

no

 

[Don Vito Corleone]

I'm saying no, and I am almost always pro-tipping. I don't see this as a tipping situation.

 

[Kntx]

If you have to ask...

 

[FrustratedUser]

Originally posted by: Mermaidman
I'm leaving my car with the dealership's service dept. The dealer will provide transportation to the airport.

Do I tip the guy who's driving me to the airport? If yes, how much?

I would have been reimbursed for airport parking and mileage had I driven myself, so it's not saving me any money.

Hell no.

 

[DivideBYZero]

Yes. Then tip anyone who even says hello to you at the Airport.

 

[wheresmybacon]

no

 

[theslickvik]

no

 

[dainthomas]

You should also tip anyone who posts in this thread.

 

[dirtboy]

hahaha you can have so much fun with this.

Tell the driver you will tip him like $5 if you get him there in a time less than it would normally take.

Kick back and enjoy the ride.

 

[TonyG]

I currently work for a dealership and can tell you that the shuttle drivers don't ask for a tip, nor expect it. They do however leave a cup in the console and some people do leave them tips, but they really don't expect it.

 

[ailetlvo]

Hmm, I guess if he's a nice guy (strikes up convo, isn't a weirdo, etc) then you can if you want, but in no way should you feel obligated to leave a tip.

 

[mugs]

Why is he driving you to the AIRPORT? How far is the airport?

 

[Wonderful Pork]

yes, 15-20% of the value of your car. anything less is borderline criminal!

 

[Mermaidman]

Originally posted by: dainthomas
You should also tip anyone who posts in this thread.

Buy low, sell high, and don't fear the reaper.

Anyway, I didn't see a tip 'jar' and I did not tip. The driver was the miscellaneous shop guy who does all the odd jobs for the service dept. He's currently going to some kind of automotive school. Crazy driver (New Yorker)--I feared for my life, but obviously, I made it to the airport. Now what do I do with all my bodily liquids??

 

[xanis]

No, it's a courtesy service, so you do not need to tip him.

 

[dethman]

only if he gets you a damn pizza.

 

[secretanchitman]

nope...i wouldnt.

 

[ScottFern]

When in doubt, never tip.

 

[Special K]

Yes. Also tip the person who checks your luggage at the counter. Also tip every TSA employee you see for ensuring the safety of your flight. Also tip the stewardess on the airplane for bringing you your complementary drink and snack. Also make sure to tip the pilot and co-pilot on your way out.