Further Route 66 Warranty Update:
Drivetrain malfunction light went off again three times: 5th cylinder fuel injector.
Also, according to the dealer, the rear differential mounting bushings were shot (there are three of them).
Route 66 did not hesitate to cover the injector, but balked at the bushings, claiming they were part of the frame. I called and went over the part numbers with the friendly representative, and explained they were not part of the frame. He agreed.
I'm hoping to get the car back today or tomorrow, with another $3,000 or so in repairs paid for by Route 66.
At this juncture, it has paid roughly $13,000 in exchange for my $2,700 premium. On a car sadly now worth likely less than $20,000.
The warranty expires at 100,000 miles or September 2021. I think I will sell the car next summer.
Let me know if you are interested in a manual transmission 550 that has been very well maintained!
Bill