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03-31-2008, 11:52 AM | #2225 | |
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This problem was worked out between the parties in a reasonable time frame, so what do you want BMWNA to do? |
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03-31-2008, 11:54 AM | #2226 |
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The plain fact of the matter is, BMW NA intervenes when it's in their best interest to do so, and doesn't when it's not. It's that simple. Although, I do think that it would have been in their best interest to intervene in this case. Their PR people probably didn't though. |
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03-31-2008, 12:21 PM | #2228 | |
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To ImJustSayin': I LOL'd. Sorry for the , everyone. Back to business now! |
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03-31-2008, 01:44 PM | #2232 |
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It would be unreasonable and illogical for BMWNA to step in - no matter how much press this particular transaction happens to get. It would set a precedent that would unravel the entire dealer network. Every time a customer couldn't come to an agreement on a new purchase they'd be on the phone to BMWNA to force a resolution. They might as well sell retail themselves (which legally they can't) or follow Saturn's model of fixed pricing.
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03-31-2008, 01:58 PM | #2233 |
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I personally don't see how all this talk of leasing versus outright purchase changes anything. I just hope to hear Ken got a car today, That's all I'm waiting on.
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03-31-2008, 01:58 PM | #2234 | |
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03-31-2008, 02:31 PM | #2237 |
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So has anyone else noticed that the page count is consistently one to two pages greater than the actual pages visible? Is someone reviewing the posts before letting them through or is vB simply choking on all of the action?
Edit: I can safely say the first thought isn't true as my comment posted instantly. |
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03-31-2008, 02:36 PM | #2239 |
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LOL no one wants to be associated with this war anymore? Sissy's!!!
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03-31-2008, 02:39 PM | #2240 | |
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However, I would expect that if I had a bad experience with an authorized retailer, then I should be able to report the incident to Paradigm so they are aware of it. After that, it's entirely up to Paradigm to decide whether my incident is the straw that breaks the camel's back and causes them to sever their relationship with the retailer. But if that happens, it's likely the result of many negative reports over time. As for not allowing US dealers to sell to Canadians, I'm guessing that's not determined on a case-by-case basis. It's probably a precondition of being granted a BMW dealership. What I'm saying is, that's completely different than overseeing the day-to-day issues that arise at a dealership. |
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03-31-2008, 02:51 PM | #2241 |
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Not completely true with the retail analogy - with larger retailers, manufacturers have contracts that can set the lowest allowable advertised price, or even tell the retailer where their product should be displayed on the shelves.
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03-31-2008, 02:56 PM | #2242 | |
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