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Motor 1
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Woman Visits Toyota Dealership. Then a Salesman Refuses to Give Her a Pricing Breakdown When She's Quoted $27,500
A woman is swearing off a Toyota dealership in a Dallas suburb after they purportedly refused to give her a pricing breakdown for a $27,500 vehicle. But not everyone is sympathetic to her cause. A TikTok user named Katie Casey (@ktkc_rn) posted a video on June 4 with the full story. In the video, Casey explains that she started her car shopping journey at a dealership in Richardson, Texas. 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 . She thought she was prepared after asking ChatGPT and TiKTok how to get the best deal. When Casey arrived at the first dealership, she says she encountered a salesperson new on the job who had trouble answering basic questions. Casey says she initially wasn't a fan of the coworker who stepped in to assist the salesperson. 'First, I thought he was playing with me,' Casey said. 'Because I was like, 'On the CARFAX, it says there was a recall. Was it dealt with?' And he's like, 'Oh, probably.'' Casey informed the salesperson that she didn't intend to buy a car on a 'probably.' She says the interaction improved from there. When she informed him she was going to the Toyota dealership across the street, she says the salesperson became more than accommodating. He let her take a pricing breakdown so she could comparison shop and even gave her one of their loaner cars. Her experience at the next dealership wasn't nearly as positive, she says. 'The Toyota dealership in Richardson played in my face,' she said. Casey said she felt like the sales staff didn't take her seriously. She also claims that, although she was up front about her budget, the salesperson didn't respect it. 'I was like, 'My out-the-door payment, my max, is going to be $25,000,'' Casey recalled. ''That's all I'm spending.' He's like, 'Well, this is $27,500.' I was like, '$25k is my max.' He's like, 'It's just $2,500 [more].'' 'Sir, no, that's not what we're doing.' Casey said the salesman also denied her request for a pricing breakdown 'He was like, 'Are you going to take that to another dealership?' I was like, 'Is that not allowed? Do you have a rulebook?'' she said, pointing out that she just left a dealership that allowed her to take a pricing breakdown with her. Casey said she told the salesperson that for this reason, she wouldn't give him her business—even if he had the best price. 'He was like, 'What can we change to sell you a car today?'' she said. 'I was like, 'Your attitude, sir.'' Trending Now 'This Is, By Far, The Perfect Vehicle:' Mechanic Spots 2017 Toyota Sequoia Platinum Edition at Auction. Then He Sees the Price First-Time Shopper Buys Her 'Dream Car.' Then the Salesman 'Scams' Her out of Her Audi The Wrong Way to Shop for a Car? In the comments, viewers offered mixed reactions to Casey's story. Many feel her approach to car shopping is too rigid. 'Respectfully, you have not the slightest clue as to what you're saying or doing so I probably wouldn't be giving reviews on dealers,' wrote one person. 'We need to ban you from ever buying a vehicle… or stepping foot into a dealership,' joked a second. 'They gave you the car so you would come back,' offered another person. 'It's called yo-yo-ing.' Despite the negativity, Casey's approach closely aligns with most best practice advice. In general, experienced car buyers recommend knowing your out-the-door price, shopping around , and avoiding the full sticker price. Some may disagree, but Casey's method may have gotten her the best price. And isn't that what everyone wants when they buy a car? Motor1 reached out to Casey and Toyota of Richardson for comment. We'll update this post if either responds. More From Motor1 Man Buys $70,000 Ford After Dealership 'Played With the Numbers' for Him. 2 Years Later, He's Speaking Out Toyota Math: 9 Million EVs Are Just as Polluting as 27 Million Hybrids Woman Gets Dealership Oil Change For Her Brand-New Toyota Tundra. Then She Catches the Technician In a Lie Dealerships, Desperate to Survive, Could Use Robotic Salespeople Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Today's deals: $1,750 Amazon gift card, Sonos speaker sale, Hisense 75-inch smart TV, foam dog beds, more
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The Independent
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
Edmunds: How to get the best auto deals this Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day weekend has long been one of the busiest times of year for car dealerships. Many car shoppers decide to pull the trigger on that long-considered purchase because of the major sales promotions and the symbolic start of summer. But things are a little different this year. Because of tariffs on offshore-built vehicles and components, confusion is setting in. Shoppers are rightly wondering: Will prices go up? Are the deals real? Should I buy now or wait? Here's some good news. With a little strategy and timing, you can score a great deal this Memorial Day weekend and avoid potential price hikes in the months ahead. Here are five tips from the experts at Edmunds that will help you decide and get the best deal. Prioritize U.S.-assembled vehicles Start close to home if you're looking to insulate yourself from the effects of tariffs. The tariffs most affect vehicles that are not assembled in the United States. While many of these vehicles use components from abroad, the final assembly taking place in the U.S. means they're not subject to the 25% import tariff. How do you know which vehicles are assembled in the U.S? To start, you could consider vehicles from domestic automakers such as Ford, General Motors and Tesla. But you need to be careful: Not every domestic brand vehicle is assembled in the U.S. At the same time, many foreign automakers, such as BMW, Honda and Toyota, build some of their vehicles here. You'll want to check the window sticker of a vehicle you're interested in. It will show where final assembly occurred as well as the percentage of U.S. and foreign parts. Keep in mind that even though a car is assembled in the U.S., it won't escape tariffs on its foreign-made parts. Seek out pre-tariff inventory Many dealerships still have vehicles in stock that were imported or assembled before the April 2 effective date. Most dealers carry about 60 days of inventory, which means at least some of the cars on lots this Memorial Day weekend haven't been affected by the new pricing yet. So how do you find them? Simple: You ask. Dealerships have inventory management systems that show exactly when each vehicle arrived. If you're eyeing a specific model, request to see vehicles that landed before early April. This approach won't work forever — by midsummer, that inventory will dwindle — but for now, it's one of the smartest ways to shop. Explore Memorial Day incentives and promotions Major holidays mean major promotions, and this Memorial Day is no exception. For example, Ford is offering employee pricing to all customers through July 7 — an aggressive discount that essentially strips away dealer markups. That can mean thousands in savings on popular models like the F-150 or Explorer. Other automakers are following suit. Expect to see 0% APR offers, cash-back bonuses, lease specials, and extended warranties advertised heavily this weekend. But here's the trick: These offers can vary significantly by region and dealer, so comparison shop online first. Automakers' websites often have tools to search incentives by ZIP code. Consider buying used Used cars are not subject to tariffs. So if you want to avoid tariff-induced sticker shock, the used market might be your safest bet. The supply of used vehicles has been rising steadily post-pandemic. That means better selection, more competitive pricing, and a greater chance of finding a lightly used vehicle with low mileage. Look for certified pre-owned models that come with factory warranties — they often strike a good balance between peace of mind and cost savings. And with interest rates still high, the lower principal of a used vehicle can significantly reduce your monthly payment if you finance. Be flexible and move quickly Finally, with the industry in flux, flexibility is your friend. That might mean settling for your second-choice color, choosing a different trim level, or opting for an in-stock configuration instead of ordering a custom build. In return, you'll get the benefit of a better price. And if you've been on the fence about buying? Don't wait too long. Automakers and analysts agree: Prices are likely to rise later this summer if the tariffs continue. Edmunds says Between factory incentives, pre-tariff inventory, U.S.-built options and a growing used car market, there are plenty of ways to save this Memorial Day. Just be prepared and be informed. ____ This story was provided to The Associated Press by the automotive website Edmunds. Josh Jacquot is a contributor at Edmunds.
CBC
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- CBC
How to protect yourself when buying a used car
Shari Prymak of Car Help Canada shares tips on what to look for when you're shopping for a used car.
