2006-12-01 11:11:18 · 23 answers · asked by Aynsley G 2 in Travel ➔ Other - Destinations
I borrowed my ex's mum's suitcase to go on holiday with, the metal inside which houses the extendable handle is bent out of shape so much so that the handle won't extend, and there are gashes in the outside casing right through to the interior. I feel so awful about it, even though the gashes aren't my fault. The bent metal is because I packed too much heavy stuff!
I've found an almost identical one and I hope she'll be fine with that.
2006-12-01 12:04:22 · update #1
My ex boyfriend's mum I mean't :)
2006-12-02 06:04:47 · update #2
Yes
2006-12-01 11:12:34 · answer #1 · answered by jam 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In principle, yes. But maybe there was something about the case she didn't like (too heavy or she hated the colour) and would have changed if she bought a new one. Explain what happened and ask if she would prefer the replacement or the cash.
You may be able to get all or part of the cost back from the airline, or holiday insurance. It might even be covered by your home contents but be careful there as a claim might affect your future premiums.
2006-12-03 02:11:19 · answer #2 · answered by judipod 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely over the moon, especially if most of the damage was there before I'd lent it to them. What is an ex-mum? Surely your mum is your mum for the rest of your life, even if you fall out. Buy the new suitcase, she will be really pleased. Tell her you love her.
2006-12-02 04:53:35 · answer #3 · answered by Claire M G in East Sussex 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on who gave me that suitcase to begin with or if I bought it myself (sentimental value.. even from a suitcase?). If the person bought me a suitcase that was the exact same thing, I'd be like, "Hm... at least that person took responsibility, so who cares? YAY! I get a new suitcase! Hee."
If the person bought me a cheaper one, I'd be ticked off. Will I ever lend them something again? HA!
If the person bought me something even more expensive and nicer-looking as a real apology, I'd be pretty dandy.
2006-12-01 11:14:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I would be pleased. But I would check with them first - depends on the damage.
for instance if you borrowed my bag and strap broke or it was hard cased and it just got scratched I would tell you not to worry about it and fix it myself.
Best thing to do is ask the person upfront. Of course if the bag is totally ruined offer them money first - as they may like the fact that you got them a replacement but not like the new bag.
2006-12-01 11:47:58 · answer #5 · answered by Christopher McGregor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes if the replacment is exactly the same as the old one
if the buy u a beter one ten then te old one then yea again
as long as u hav another one to replace it u shood b happy
2006-12-01 11:13:26 · answer #6 · answered by Eddy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the damage and what the replacement was like.But
it's thoughtful wanting to avoid conflict.
2006-12-01 11:16:20 · answer #7 · answered by Butt 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, because they have the decency to correct a fault.
2006-12-01 11:18:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For sure...Im sure it wasnt damaged on purpose, so buying a replacement would totally satisfy me
2006-12-01 11:13:31 · answer #9 · answered by rakemonster 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would care a little but heck its a suitcase afterall and if theyre a close friend then they'd probly be sry
2006-12-01 11:15:47 · answer #10 · answered by Mikael F 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋