I have a dilemma

Skorch · 03-21-2009, 12:20 PM

So here's the scoop: Back at the end of February I was going around all the local dealerships and trying to secure the best deal I could on a Base 370Z 6-sp w/Sport Package in pearl white. One of the dealerships I went to, let's call him dealer Dealer A, said that they could get the Z with those specs for me in about 3 weeks. Note, there are no such Zs with those specs anywhere in the Southwest. The Z would be ordered at invoice. However, they were offering me a little less on my trade-in than I wanted. So I go to Dealer B, which offers to order that Z from the factory but tells me that the Z won't be here for 2-3 months and that Dealer A must have lied to me about being able to get it so soon. Dealer B also offered to order it at invoice, and offered a much more reasonable price on my trade-in, asking only $500 as a deposit. I went ahead and placed the order with Dealer B. Dealer B also told me that if a car with the exact specs I want comes in to a local dealer before my ordered car they may be able to get it for me sooner.

Fast forward to today - I get a call from Dealer A, saying that the exact car I wanted just come on the truck today and wanted me to come in to take a look at it. Apparently when I came in the sales manager placed an order for that Z on that same day even though I didn't actually order it or put a deposit down. I don't know how he was able to get it so soon and how Dealer B missed that car in their search.

Immediately I called Dealer B, saying that Dealer A just got my car. The sales guy I worked with is off today, but I spoke with him on his cell. I explained what happened and he said he'll get in touch with his manager and see what he can do.

My question is, is there a way for a dealership to "force" a dealer trade with another local dealership? I already placed my deposit at Dealer B, so buying the car at Dealer A is pretty much out of the question. I doubt Dealer A would willingly want to give up the car that I want, but I don't know what all is involved in the politics of dealer trades. Any light you guys can shed on this for me will be greatly appreciated. It may mean that I could get my car much sooner than having to wait another 2 months for it!

XBadgerX · 03-21-2009, 12:42 PM

IMHO, I wouldn't worry about it too much. Sounds more like dealer "B's" problem than yours. They are the one that said dealer "A" was lying about how fast they could get your car in.
If anything, dealer "B" should be able to manage a way to get your car in ASAP if they ever want your business again..
Remember, you are still the customer

dkmura · 03-21-2009, 01:06 PM

There's no way to "force" a dealership to do anything in your case. While it's not in the contract, dealerships do conduct trades all the time, but giving up new models like the 370Z can be particularly tough to do. Unless you're willing to pay a premium, you may have to wait.

chubbs · 03-21-2009, 01:44 PM

Phone 'Dealer A' and tell them that unless they match 'Dealer B's' offer on your trade-in you will wait a few weeks, then sit back, wait and see if they crack. ...oh and mention that in the current financial climate they may want a sale!

You seem to be very keen to get your Z at the price 'Dealer B' quoted, so stay with the dream - and good luck to you.

If 'Dealer A' won't move - and you get too desperate - you can always accept their deal.

GT-R man · 03-21-2009, 02:15 PM

Wait don't call dealer A for anything!!!! just sit tight and check with dealer B if they can get that car... because if dealer A finds out that you have a deposit with dealer B there is no way i hell they will trade that car... If you can get your deal matched with dealer A and willing to lose $500 bucks call dealer A if not wait at least 1 week to give dealer B a chance to get your car.... seems like time is the only thing that can fix your little dilema... I know Dealer B wants your business but sometimes dealers can not get cars as fast as they wish they could... good luck

Skorch · 03-23-2009, 12:39 AM

I spoke with the sales manager at Dealer B yesterday and he said he won't be able to do anything until Monday. We'll see what happens...

XBadgerX · 03-31-2009, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Skorch

I spoke with the sales manager at Dealer B yesterday and he said he won't be able to do anything until Monday. We'll see what happens...

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Any news?

03-21-2009, 12:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
Skorch Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 469 Drives: 2012 370Z Rep Power: 540	I have a dilemma So here's the scoop: Back at the end of February I was going around all the local dealerships and trying to secure the best deal I could on a Base 370Z 6-sp w/Sport Package in pearl white. One of the dealerships I went to, let's call him dealer Dealer A, said that they could get the Z with those specs for me in about 3 weeks. Note, there are no such Zs with those specs anywhere in the Southwest. The Z would be ordered at invoice. However, they were offering me a little less on my trade-in than I wanted. So I go to Dealer B, which offers to order that Z from the factory but tells me that the Z won't be here for 2-3 months and that Dealer A must have lied to me about being able to get it so soon. Dealer B also offered to order it at invoice, and offered a much more reasonable price on my trade-in, asking only $500 as a deposit. I went ahead and placed the order with Dealer B. Dealer B also told me that if a car with the exact specs I want comes in to a local dealer before my ordered car they may be able to get it for me sooner. Fast forward to today - I get a call from Dealer A, saying that the exact car I wanted just come on the truck today and wanted me to come in to take a look at it. Apparently when I came in the sales manager placed an order for that Z on that same day even though I didn't actually order it or put a deposit down. I don't know how he was able to get it so soon and how Dealer B missed that car in their search. Immediately I called Dealer B, saying that Dealer A just got my car. The sales guy I worked with is off today, but I spoke with him on his cell. I explained what happened and he said he'll get in touch with his manager and see what he can do. My question is, is there a way for a dealership to "force" a dealer trade with another local dealership? I already placed my deposit at Dealer B, so buying the car at Dealer A is pretty much out of the question. I doubt Dealer A would willingly want to give up the car that I want, but I don't know what all is involved in the politics of dealer trades. Any light you guys can shed on this for me will be greatly appreciated. It may mean that I could get my car much sooner than having to wait another 2 months for it!

03-21-2009, 01:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
chubbs A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Zeeland Posts: 1,046 Drives: 2016 370z Auto-Grey Rep Power: 7586	Phone 'Dealer A' and tell them that unless they match 'Dealer B's' offer on your trade-in you will wait a few weeks, then sit back, wait and see if they crack. ...oh and mention that in the current financial climate they may want a sale! You seem to be very keen to get your Z at the price 'Dealer B' quoted, so stay with the dream - and good luck to you. If 'Dealer A' won't move - and you get too desperate - you can always accept their deal. __________________ . '03 Grey >>> '06 Black >>>'10 Silver >>> '16 Grey ^

03-21-2009, 02:15 PM	#5 (permalink)
GT-R man Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: la Posts: 38 Drives: 08 camry Rep Power: 0	Wait don't call dealer A for anything!!!! just sit tight and check with dealer B if they can get that car... because if dealer A finds out that you have a deposit with dealer B there is no way i hell they will trade that car... If you can get your deal matched with dealer A and willing to lose $500 bucks call dealer A if not wait at least 1 week to give dealer B a chance to get your car.... seems like time is the only thing that can fix your little dilema... I know Dealer B wants your business but sometimes dealers can not get cars as fast as they wish they could... good luck Last edited by GT-R man; 03-21-2009 at 02:18 PM.

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03-21-2009, 12:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
XBadgerX Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 105 Drives: 07 Honda 600RR Rep Power: 16	IMHO, I wouldn't worry about it too much. Sounds more like dealer "B's" problem than yours. They are the one that said dealer "A" was lying about how fast they could get your car in. If anything, dealer "B" should be able to manage a way to get your car in ASAP if they ever want your business again.. Remember, you are still the customer

03-21-2009, 01:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
dkmura Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 108 Drives: SCCA T1/3 and GT3 Z Rep Power: 16	There's no way to "force" a dealership to do anything in your case. While it's not in the contract, dealerships do conduct trades all the time, but giving up new models like the 370Z can be particularly tough to do. Unless you're willing to pay a premium, you may have to wait.

03-23-2009, 12:39 AM	#6 (permalink)
Skorch Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 469 Drives: 2012 370Z Rep Power: 540	I spoke with the sales manager at Dealer B yesterday and he said he won't be able to do anything until Monday. We'll see what happens...