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Motor 1
a day ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Woman Has 2023 Hyundai Elantra. Then She Tries to Trade It for a Honda from AutoNation of Toyota In Las Vegas
A woman on TikTok recently shared her horrible car-buying experience at AutoNation of Toyota in Las Vegas. Juliana (@ wanted to trade in her 2023 Hyundai Elantra after being dissatisfied with the car due to ongoing issues. Well, the new car she picked out ended up being the same story. Juliana says she went to AutoNation of Las Vegas after finding a Honda online that she liked. 'The former Honda owner was a car guy. He had aftermarket taillights, muffler delete, full tint, and additional cosmetic accessories on the car,' she shares. Juliana didn't mind the aftermarket parts on the Honda and wanted to keep some of the cosmetic upgrades. She says AutoNation gave her a high appraisal for her 2023 Hyundai Elantra, and she was ready to complete the trade-in. 'You can take that [expletive] Elantra. I'm going to take this Honda,' Juliana says. She says financing discussions went smoothly, and the trade went through. However, not everything went well afterward. There Should Never Have Been a Sticker She says she noticed her Honda wasn't very clean when she went to pick it up. She demanded that the shop redo the cleaning job. Additionally, she noticed some of the aftermarket features were missing after she requested workers to leave them on. The shop re-cleaned the Honda, but Juliana noticed part of the front tint had been ripped off. She says the mechanics ripped the tint while trying to remove a car wash sticker. 'I worked at a car wash, and there never should have been a sticker on the windshield with the tint. The tint will come off with the sticker,' one TikTok commenter said. At first, the dealership agreed to fix the tint, but then declined after realizing it was never supposed to sell Juliana the car with the windshield tint because the percentage was too high. Was an AirTag and a Flat Tire Included In the Deal? The trouble continued after leaving the dealership. While driving, Juliana's boyfriend hears an Apple AirTag noise going off in the car. Considering this is her car now, it's concerning to be monitored and tracked by the previous owner's AirTag. Juliana asks the dealership to contact the old owner about the AirTag and to remove it. The AirTag is under one of the seats; however, the previous owner and the mechanics couldn't locate it anywhere. The dealership tells Juliana the previous owner will come the following day to disconnect the AirTag from his account, and they will watch him, which she accepts. Moments after leaving the dealership, the Honda's tire pressure monitor sensor (TPMS) goes off. The TPMS warning appears, and Juliana hears a few thunks. She says it turned out that her tire had gone completely flat, and the thunks were her driving on her rim. 'I had no idea it was flat until I parked it,' she shares. The shop refills the tire with air and informs her that if the issue happens again, it'll pay for a tow truck. The next trip Juliana takes, the TPMS goes off, leaving her with a flat tire again. After another trip back to the shop, her tire is replaced because the mechanics couldn't locate the leaks in her old tire. Now, the Taillights Are Out To add salt to the wound, Juliana's taillights break. Once again, she finds herself at the dealership with a new issue, just to be told it can't be fixed. 'I'm upset they couldn't fix the aftermarket taillights. They were really cute,' she says. The mechanics didn't specialize in servicing those aftermarket taillights and couldn't diagnose the issue. They replaced her headlights while her car was still under warranty, noting that if they had fixed the aftermarket ones and they broke a year later, it would be a $1,000 expense, which Juliana didn't want to take on. 'After owning my car for two days, I no longer have my car. The taillights are on backorder. This has been one of the most exhausting and frustrating things,' she vents. Juliana told Motor1 via email, 'Car buying is somewhat like gambling. Sometimes you sink a lot of money into something that doesn't work, other times you put a couple bucks into a machine that gives a grand prize. You can know everything there is to know about every car, every dealership, but you never know what's gonna happen till you sit down and put your money down.' Should You Buy a Car with Aftermarket Parts? Aftermarket parts are replacement components for vehicles that are not made by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Investopedia reports. According to AutoZone , aftermarket parts can cost 20 to 50% less than similar OEM parts in many cases. OEM parts typically cost more because of the brand name, the fact that they go through manufacturer-specific quality checks, and dealership prices are often higher. OEM parts should be chosen when dealing with newer cars under warranty, leased vehicles, and high-tech electronic parts that may require dealership programming. Aftermarket parts are a better option when dealing with older cars or out-of-warranty models, routine maintenance updates, or performance upgrades. Ultimately, whether to purchase a car with aftermarket parts comes down to buyers' priorities about cost and whether the car is under warranty. What to Do If Your Used Car From the Dealership Has a Bunch of Problems? An auto warranty is a promise to fix certain defects or malfunctions during a specific timeframe after you buy a vehicle, the Federal Trade Commission reports. All used car dealers are required by federal law to tell buyers whether a used car is being sold with or without a warranty, the Texas Attorney General shares. The buyer's guide will state 'as is' or "warranty" when buying. 'As is' acknowledges the vehicle does not have a warranty, and the seller is under no obligation for repairs. If the car is under 'warranty,' the seller must list exactly what parts and services are covered and the duration of coverage. So, if the car that was purchased has issues with a warranty, it's best to have the dealership take care of those issues while covered under warranty. If the car is repeatedly having issues while under warranty, it may be classified as a 'lemon.' According to Progressive , a "lemon" is a term for a car with a significant defect or malfunction that makes it unsafe to drive. Lemon laws require the manufacturer to repair your vehicle and, if it cannot do so after a reasonable number of attempts, it must either replace or refund your vehicle, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) reports. Each state creates its own laws for vehicles experiencing issues, Kelley Blue Book shares. The BBB has also broken down each state's lemon laws. Commenters Chime In In the comments section, viewers suggested avoiding buying a car with aftermarket parts and that Juliana should consider returning her Honda. 'I would never buy a car with a bunch of aftermarket parts, they always cause problems,' one TikTok commenter shared. 'I would return it and buy a new one at this point,' another replied. Motor1 has contacted AutoNation of Honda Las Vegas via phone. It contacted AutoNation's corporate office via press email. This story will be updated if AutoNation responds. Now Trending 'I'm So Sorry For Wasting Y'all's Time:' Woman Notices a 'Burning' Smell in Her New Car. The Mechanic Says Something Unexpected 'I'd Divorce:' California BMW Salesman Says the Husband Found Out Something About His Wife at Close. Now They Can't Get Approved Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Motor 1
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Woman Buys Brand-New Hyundai with Cash. Then She Sees What the Dealership Left Inside
After buying a brand-new Hyundai Sonata, a woman found an invoice inside that she believes the dealership left behind accidentally. She is taking it as proof of her dealmaking skills. TikTok user Jewell ( @coachmejewell ) posted a video with her discovery on July 23. In the video, she reveals that she was initially told the 2025 Hyundai Sonata cost $32,000. Ultimately, she left the dealership having agreed to pay $28,500 after taxes and fees. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . When she got in the vehicle, she found a piece of paper that listed the price as $28,410. She assumed the document listed the invoice price. She was thrilled. 'That means they only made $90 on this sale,' she says. What This Tells Her About the Car Buying Process That leads Jewell to believe that car dealerships can be desperate to make a sale. 'They want to get rid of old inventory so they can get new inventory,' she hypothesizes. 'So they're going to increase the price of the vehicle so there is some wiggle room for negotiation.' And how does this reflect on Jewell's car-buying skills? 'I'm just a G like that,' she says. 'I didn't know the invoice price. But I knew what I wanted to pay and what I didn't want to pay. I didn't know I was that close to the invoice number, though.' She continues, 'I'm just lucky enough to see. They were not supposed to leave this in the car. I just feel so good about myself. As a woman, I walked in there by myself.' 'It's a Great Deal' Trending Now Pittsburgh Man Is Tired of Getting Roasted for Buying a Ford Bronco Sport. Then He Does Something About It 'They Would Exchange Stories Like it Was Vietnam:' Man Says Enterprise Was the 'Worst Job' He Ever Had. Here's Why In the comments, viewers debated whether Jewell correctly understood the paperwork she found. "That's a Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP); not an original invoice," wrote one person. Jewell replied, "Y'all think you know so much. The MSRP was on the other side. The invoice was inside of that sticker. Either way, everything that I said is still solid." "That's the MSRP, which includes the dealership margin to 'make money,'" said another person. "Nonetheless, you got it out the door for that. It's a great deal, indeed. Enjoy." Someone else noted, "Even if it was the invoice; they don't actually pay that [price] since there are manufacturer incentives." Who Is Right? Jewell is correct that the invoice or dealer price is an important part of the car-buying process. However, that doesn't mean it's the exact price the dealership paid for the Hyundai Sonata. That's because, as Edmunds explains, it won't include any incentives the dealership got from the manufacturer. So did Jewell get a good deal? According to Car and Driver , the 2025 Sonata starts at $28,145 and can cost upwards of $38,000 depending on the trim level. If we assume Jewell's Sonata is a base model, she got a fair, but perhaps not extraordinary, deal. Motor1 reached out to Jewell via TikTok comment and direct message for comment. We'll update this post if she responds. More From Motor1 'Dollar Tree Has Adapters:' Hyundai Sonata Driver Demands Answers After Noticing New Charging Port 'That Honda Fit Sounds Like the One:' Used Car Salesman Picks His Top 6 Vehicles Under $4,000. But How Reliable Are They? Hyundai Is Absolutely Killing It This Year The 2025 Hyundai Sonata Will Start at $27,800 Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
CTV News
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Here's what you should know about buying preowned vehicles
Barrie Watch Here's what you should and shouldn't do when buying preowned vehicles with experts from Moffatt's Mazda in Barrie.
Motor 1
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Customer Walks Into Dealership With Bad Credit Score. Then They Get the Highest Interest Rate This Salesman's Ever Seen
A dealership worker shares the highest interest rate he's ever seen a car buyer secure. Then he reveals the credit score that got them the deal. TikTok user Joseph Rodriguez ( @jrodsellscars ) is a car salesman based in New Jersey. In a video posted on July 10, Rodriguez reveals the interest rate on his most recent sale. It's an eye-popping number. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . 'You think you have a high interest rate on your car?' Rodriguez says. 'I can guarantee you somebody has it worse.' Rodriguez shows a brief summary of the deal on a piece of paper. It shows an initial retail price of $17,767 at an interest rate of 33.4% over 72 months. The total they're borrowing is $18,767. "This was an approval to a 520 score," Rodriguez says. "For all you guys out there who might have a 15% rate, an 18% rate—that's still way better than this." This is why having a good credit score is so important, Rodriguez says. "The difference in payment between a 10% rate and a 34% rate is significant. I'm talking hundreds of dollars a month,' he adds. 'Nevertheless, this is the reality of coming to the dealership with a low credit score." If your credit score is currently on the lower end, Rodriguez recommends first working with a credit repair program and waiting six to 12 months before heading to the dealership for a new car. In a direct message to Motor1 , Rodriguez said, 'Consider rebuilding your credit before taking on high-interest loans.' 'Don't Give Up' As Rodriguez suggests, this customer will pay a significant sum in interest alone. According to NerdWallet's auto loan calculator, an $18,767 loan with a 30.4% interest rate and 72-month (six year) term will cost $569 a month. Over the life of the loan, NerdWallet says the individual will pay just shy of $41,000 for the vehicle—or over $22,000 in interest. Trending Now 'What Do I Do?:' Woman's Car Gets Boxed-In On the Street. What Can She Do to Get Out? 'I'm Guessing You Have a Bad Radiator:' Woman Puts 'Whole Tub' of Coolant in Her Car. She Doesn't Understand Why It's Still Dry In the comments, viewers offered a torrent of disbelief over the terms of this loan. "That's a credit card APR," wrote one person. A second person agreed, "Buying a cash car off of a credit card makes more sense at that point." Other people said this deal made them feel better about their situations. "I have a 2.9 and I still complain," wrote one person. And one person even offered some words of encouragement to those who are still building or repairing their credit after financial struggles. "I filed bankruptcy back in 1998, but from 2005 it's been 832 to 848. So, people, don't give up," they wrote. Should You Repair Your Credit Before Getting a Car Loan? Credit score reporting agency Experian backs up much of what Rodriguez says. In a blog, the company states that, with the average new car price and car loan interest rates skyrocketing, it's a good idea to work on raising your credit score before securing an auto loan. Loan applicants with higher credit scores get lower interest rates. That means saving money over the life of the loan. Experian recommends first checking your credit report to see your score and what is dragging it down. Although Rodriguez pointed his followers to a credit repair agency, you can also track inaccurate entries on your credit report and sent dispute letters to the creditors on your own. After that, Experian says to start making your bill payments on time, getting serious about tackling any credit card debt, and limit any new credit applications going forward. More From Motor1 'What Should I Do?' Chevrolet Salesman Says His Client Owes $23,000 on a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. How? 'Why Did They Do This?': Car Salesman Checks Over Buick Cascada. Then He's Taken Aback by Its Unusual Trunk Design 'Toyota Tacoma. Chevy Tahoe:' Car Salesman Can Tell the Make And Model By the Sound Of The Hood Closing. Then He Proves It 'BEAT ME IN A FOOTRACE:' Car Salesman Offers Unconventional Deal on New Car. Would You Do It? Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Motor 1
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Car Saleswoman Says Not to Bring More Than 1 Person with You to the Dealership. Here's Why
Car saleswoman Ash (@ashxauto) went viral for boldly telling people not to bring the whole family along when car shopping. Her post has generated over 20,300 views as of this writing. Why Doesn't She Want You to Bring More Than 1 Person? 'I'm gonna hold your hand when I say this: Your family is literally ruining your car shopping experience,' Ash begins. She doubles down on the take with her caption, 'Family doesn't always know best.' She says rather than advising you on what's best for you, family members will often advise you based on what they'd do. 'What families don't understand is that car buying advice is not linear. What works for one will not work for another,' Ash says. She then provides viewpoints from different family members that can alter the buying process. 'Your dad would never lease a car because it's throwing away money. Meanwhile, leasing may be the best option to fit you the best,' she says. 'Your uncle is telling you to buy a car for $5,000 cash because he does it every three years and he's just fine. Your mom is telling you to get a Toyota at a Honda dealership because it's cheaper, but she doesn't know that you can buy a certified pre-owned one that comes with seven years, 100,000 miles on a powertrain warranty,' she shares. The car saleswoman says she is by no means trying to get buyers to stop listening to their families. Rather, she wants them to be educated and empowered enough to make their own decision. 'Do your own research. Figure out what works for you, and stop relying on people that don't pay your bills or make your money to make decisions that affect your future,' she concludes. Who Should You Bring Car Shopping? Car salespeople earn a commission on their sales, MotorTrend reports. This can lead to salespeople being very pushy and employing different tactics to get someone to buy a car. So it's not a bad idea to bring an extra person to go car shopping, NerdWallet shares. Edmunds states having another person at the dealership can help the process. However, the person needs to be chosen wisely and understand the car buyer's goals. An extra person is useful during the test drives, negotiating, and signing the contracts. Having the right person with you at the dealership can help you fight off pushy salespeople, notice inconsistencies in deals, and even leverage your position in negotiations. The person's gender is irrelevant as long as they can stay on objective and have an eye for details. They may specialize in cars or negotiations, or simply be unafraid to ask questions. Prior to visiting the dealership, it's important to define the roles each person plays in the process. Here are five questions you can ask your friend or relative to see if they are the right person for the task, according to NerdWallet : Do you know the automotive market? Do you know the best way to finance a car? How are your negotiating skills? When was the last time you were in a car dealership? Do you know how to say no in the finance and insurance office? What Did Viewers Have to Say? Not everyone was fully convinced of Ash's tip. 'Always keep in mind y'all - the dealership only has their best interests in mind, not yours. Of course they don't want you to bring anyone that has experience,' one TikTok commenter shared. "'Don't bring people who won't let you impulse buy'," another replied. Others shared the ways family members may not be very helpful in the car-buying process. "My cousin said to not buy warranties. As if they're the ones who are going to pay for their future shop bills,' one commenter shared. 'They are just going to talk about the low interest rate they got 10 years ago,' another commenter said. One salesperson said, 'I had a kid's dad ruin getting his dream car because he doesn't trust dealerships. The kid reached out a few months later after buying a messed up car off Facebook marketplace. By then the car was already sold.' Motor1 has contacted Ash via TikTok direct message. This story will be updated if she replies. Now Trending 'I Usually Buy a 6-Pack For Just $26:' Mechanic Says Always Use a Fuel Cleaner with PEA. Here's What You Need to Know 'What Should I Do?' Chevrolet Salesman Says His Client Owes $23,000 on a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. How? Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
