I have been in the car business 50 plus years and have spent 20 winters here. Some of the car buying nightmares I hear are close to being criminal . I understand the “J” without a doubt. A friend bought a Toyota and paid $16,000–traded a Buick and was allowed $2,900. I know they probably sold the Buick for $6,000 or more. From what I remember all the Buick needed is a wash job. When the buyer returned home they called family up north and told them what she did. Being upset that she did not contact family prior to, they went into the dealer website. The Toyota was offered for $12,999.00. The family was so upset they called the dealer and they did return about $3,000 but keep in mind they just about stole the trade.
One more—- a retired person wanted to sell a truck. Went to dealer and ask what they would give him. The offer was $16,000 and he took it unwilling. The following week drove past the dealer and the truck was on the front line for $29,500– he was sick but stories like this happen every day.
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