[Quixote]

Of course, there are always two sides to a story--and sometimes more than two. But when I see or hear Phillips Toyota brought up, I think back to a series of threads a few years ago that resulted in my not buying at Phillips Toyota--and know two others who also went elsewhere. Possibly more? Who knows?...

Buyer beware phillips toyota, leesburg, fl

Final score of ‘Beware of Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)’—Dealership 2, Consumers 0

Buyer Beware Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)—the end of the story!

[Joe V.]

Originally Posted by Quixote

Of course, there are always two sides to a story--and sometimes more than two. But when I see or hear Phillips Toyota brought up, I think back to a series of threads a few years ago that resulted in my not buying at Phillips Toyota--and know two others who also went elsewhere. Possibly more? Who knows?...

Buyer beware phillips toyota, leesburg, fl

Final score of ‘Beware of Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)’—Dealership 2, Consumers 0

Buyer Beware Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)—the end of the story!

So you start a whole new thread to stir the pot on an already active thread. Why not post to the thread already running? And bring up hearsay posts from 2-4 years ago.

[JohnN]

I visited Philips once, won't be back.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Joe V.

So you start a whole new thread to stir the pot on an already active thread. Why not post to the thread already running? And bring up hearsay posts from 2-4 years ago.

Let me say it again.............

[FenneyGuy]

I always buy Fords; never have bought anything Asian.

[Bay Kid]

Originally Posted by Quixote

Of course, there are always two sides to a story--and sometimes more than two. But when I see or hear Phillips Toyota brought up, I think back to a series of threads a few years ago that resulted in my not buying at Phillips Toyota--and know two others who also went elsewhere. Possibly more? Who knows?...

Buyer beware phillips toyota, leesburg, fl

Final score of ‘Beware of Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)’—Dealership 2, Consumers 0

Buyer Beware Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)—the end of the story!

Just don't go there.

[noslices1]

I went to DeLuca and price was $3K less for the same car, same accessories.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by noslices1

I went to DeLuca and price was $3K less for the same car, same accessories.

I stayed in a Holiday Inn Express last night.....

[WindyCityzen]

Originally Posted by Quixote

Of course, there are always two sides to a story--and sometimes more than two. But when I see or hear Phillips Toyota brought up, I think back to a series of threads a few years ago that resulted in my not buying at Phillips Toyota--and know two others who also went elsewhere. Possibly more? Who knows?...

Buyer beware phillips toyota, leesburg, fl

Final score of ‘Beware of Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)’—Dealership 2, Consumers 0

Buyer Beware Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)—the end of the story!

I’ll never go back to Deluca in Ocala. Old school sales techniques. Games. Trickery. They don’t understand that today’s consumers know car dealer bull**** ... we read ... we watch You Tube videos ... and share experiences on social media. I was so furious I had to barge into the “managers” office to get my keys back — held hostage while they tried to push me into a car I explicitly told them I did NOT want. Buyer beware.

[wirenail444]

Make that three people that are not going back to Phillips Toyota. I went there the other day to look at a RAV4. It had about $1200 worth of ad dons that I did not won't. They told me that they would be happy not to add them to the car but I would have to pay for them anyway. Needless to say I got up and left. Never again.

[richs631]

Nothing new here. All the dealers are the same and I mean all dealers. Negotiate and cut your own deal but don’t disparage one company when they all do the same. I price shopped my Toyota Highlander with 3 dealers. I was in control the whole time and ended up getting the best price at Phillips. It’s not the dearer, do your homework and you make the offer. Take it or leave it

[B-flat]

I have no experience with the Toyota dealers. I did go to an out of the way Plaza Chrysler dealer in the sleepy town of Inverness and got a great deal from what is a small dealer compared to some of the mega dealers nearby the Villages and Ocala.

I've posted a link in the past for James Bragg who runs a service called "Fighting Chance," his method works and is worth the cost of buying one of his packages.

Fighting Chance: Your Customized Solution to Getting the Best Car Deal

[Girlcopper]

Originally Posted by Quixote

Of course, there are always two sides to a story--and sometimes more than two. But when I see or hear Phillips Toyota brought up, I think back to a series of threads a few years ago that resulted in my not buying at Phillips Toyota--and know two others who also went elsewhere. Possibly more? Who knows?...

Buyer beware phillips toyota, leesburg, fl

Final score of ‘Beware of Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)’—Dealership 2, Consumers 0

Buyer Beware Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)—the end of the story!

So? Why the need to post links to old articles? Everyone has their choice as to where to buy a car. Most dealerships are similar. Like any other business, they want tomake a profit. If you feel you are being an outrageous prices, go elsewhere. Whats the big deal?

[Ndomines]

I tried my hand at selling new and preowned cars and it started with the dealers sales training program .
The programed sales track was developed by a well known national auto corporation and is in use by many dealers regardless of brand. Buying a car is much like voting. You go with the best liar, then live with it!
In a nutshell the dealer teaches
Sales team members how to lie.
For the customer,
Tell what they want to hear
Get the money
Tell them the way it is.

Watch for the track selling technique and know the warning signs because those dealers are ruthless.
Different color ink or markers used on written offers to and from the sales manager.
Statements such as the dealer or buyer is out or will return soon.
The manager just stepped out.
The buyer/ manager stepped out and your keys were put in the safe for your security till he returns.
KELLY BLUE BOOK! Yes there is a book for you but its not the one the dealer uses. Bait and switch.
The worst liars use religious icons placed in your view and often bring GOD into the pitch along with their family and supposed life experience. .
Those sales people first sell you themselves to gain trust.
Of course the vast majority of customers lie and get indignant.
In the end its the Best sales person who lies the best because
they filter both the customer’s and management’s lies to make the sale.
My advice is do your homework
Pack your lunch and stick to your plan.

Originally Posted by Quixote

Of course, there are always two sides to a story--and sometimes more than two. But when I see or hear Phillips Toyota brought up, I think back to a series of threads a few years ago that resulted in my not buying at Phillips Toyota--and know two others who also went elsewhere. Possibly more? Who knows?...

Buyer beware phillips toyota, leesburg, fl

Final score of ‘Beware of Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)’—Dealership 2, Consumers 0

Buyer Beware Phillips Toyota (Leesburg FL)—the end of the story!

[Freehiker]

Originally Posted by FenneyGuy

I always buy Fords; never have bought anything Asian.

Too bad, great cars.