Odd situation... looking for input

jay3 · 09-25-2008, 09:07 AM

At my local dealership, my salesman was able to find a 08 135i that I liked on the computer, which was out of state and had to be shipped down to me. I put a deposit on it and we finalized a price and everything, signed all the papers etc. I was told that it would be ready for me in a few days to a week. Now, a couple days before I'm supposed to take delivery of it, I see a listing on Cars.com for the exact car (I have the VIN) on the local dealer's listings (but not directly on their website). It says "new listing" which I only saw in the last day.

Is it just me or is it a bit dishonest to list a car that they just brought in from out of state to sell to someone that has already put a deposit on it?

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pit1 · 09-25-2008, 09:17 AM

A bit dishonest yes, but assuming the deposit is refundable, they may be protecting themselves in case you drop out.

There may simply be some miscommunication between sales and inventory manager. I wouldn't hesitate to call them about it and ask. You're not accusing them, just a simply inquiry, making sure you're all on the same page, protect you and them. Could be an honest mistake.

Some car buyers are very protective of their purchase. My salesmen knew this, and moved my car to the back and hid the keys the day it arrived. Said customers and employees had their hands all over it. Let the dealer know you mean business, and you're on your game.

dbtheo · 09-25-2008, 09:49 AM

actually it may be nothing. Many dealerships, us included, have our systems set up automatically. As soon as a car enters our inventory, sold or not, it immediately posts to our webisite & few others that are linked to us. The car is still sold, but the system does not know the difference. If someone calls, we just inform them that the car is sold

jay3 · 09-25-2008, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by dbtheo

actually it may be nothing. Many dealerships, us included, have our systems set up automatically. As soon as a car enters our inventory, sold or not, it immediately posts to our webisite & few others that are linked to us. The car is still sold, but the system does not know the difference. If someone calls, we just inform them that the car is sold

Ah thanks, I had a suspicion that was what was actually happening.

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jay3 Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: Join Date: Sep 2008 iTrader: (0)	Odd situation... looking for input At my local dealership, my salesman was able to find a 08 135i that I liked on the computer, which was out of state and had to be shipped down to me. I put a deposit on it and we finalized a price and everything, signed all the papers etc. I was told that it would be ready for me in a few days to a week. Now, a couple days before I'm supposed to take delivery of it, I see a listing on Cars.com for the exact car (I have the VIN) on the local dealer's listings (but not directly on their website). It says "new listing" which I only saw in the last day. Is it just me or is it a bit dishonest to list a car that they just brought in from out of state to sell to someone that has already put a deposit on it? (Left details out to preserve anonymity)
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pit1 Captain 239 Rep 790 Posts Drives: F87 M2 Join Date: May 2008 Location: It's always Sunny... iTrader: (1)	A bit dishonest yes, but assuming the deposit is refundable, they may be protecting themselves in case you drop out. There may simply be some miscommunication between sales and inventory manager. I wouldn't hesitate to call them about it and ask. You're not accusing them, just a simply inquiry, making sure you're all on the same page, protect you and them. Could be an honest mistake. Some car buyers are very protective of their purchase. My salesmen knew this, and moved my car to the back and hid the keys the day it arrived. Said customers and employees had their hands all over it. Let the dealer know you mean business, and you're on your game.
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dbtheo 1addicts CA 82 Rep 1,245 Posts Drives: 2005 330i ZHP cic, 2021 X5 40i Join Date: May 2006 Location: Tampa, Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2005 330i cv ZHP [0.00]	actually it may be nothing. Many dealerships, us included, have our systems set up automatically. As soon as a car enters our inventory, sold or not, it immediately posts to our webisite & few others that are linked to us. The car is still sold, but the system does not know the difference. If someone calls, we just inform them that the car is sold
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