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Im curious about the circumstances too, i really think they are going to brand the car with Lincoln BMW everywhere.
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“No, we’re just trying to do the right thing,” Mathis said. “We don’t legally have to do this. I’m getting a lot of publicity on it, maybe I’ll sell some more cars. |
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> almost as funny as moosepoop and ArtPE
ArtPE who??? <g> Frankly; I never expected the local media to touch this matter. I was wrong. Attaboy LSJ. I hope I'm wrong about the TV stations too. |
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EBay has something to lose, namely reputation as a safe and fraud-free place to transact goods. BMW has something to lose.... again, increased consumer awareness might associate this dealer's practices with other dealerships across the globe. the dealership represents the brand, BMW, and so far, it hasn't done a very good job. a car's value is what the market will bear....in this case, apparently not too many ppl have the means to shell out top dollar for this car for that particular location. if they're adamant in stalling so dooma can't win on a technicality, i'd say go to the next step. you've been patient, while they're stalling. you've tried to engage in friendly dialogue to get them to commit, they've stalled. i'm sure a lawyer would take this possibly landmark case, reduced fees or pro-bono. if not, even if every person donated $1 to your cause, that would help. they're obviously so full of it, and trying to call your bluff of caving. if you lose the ability to acquire your car, make sure they lose their license to deceive other potential victims. |
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chose not to list his graduation year. The other page shows "some college." I guess that it's possible that both are true, but that's a bet that I would decline. |
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i hope BMW isn't standing idly by while this dealership is making a mockery of the name. obviously a bmw m3 is a FINE automobile worthy of higher prices within reason. here, its the dealerships fault. they put it on auction, knowing full well the risks. if they had wanted sticker, or close to it, they should've set up the auction that way, and "suckers" who want to pay double can. but they didn't. there is *NO* buyer's remorse for autos, and there should be *NO* seller's remorse as well (fair is fair). |
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I believe that Ken's (a.k.a. Dooma's) lawyer has given us the key, via the LJS, as to why we haven't heard from the man himself:
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quotes from Journal Star article:
"Ryan Mathis, sales manager for Husker Auto Group, acknowledged Monday the dealership had agreed to sell the car to Tanisaka. We didn’t have the reserve set properly,” Mathis explained. “We had a ‘buy it now’ at $67,800. It was an error by our eBay manager, $67,800 was supposed to be the reserve.” His dealership’s service record is impeccable, Mathis said, and he doesn’t feel as though publicity from the Web commenters muscled him into anything." Yeah right buddy. They were getting so much bad press it was crazy. Typical asshole dealer attitude. Still showing the arrogant attitude that got them into trouble in the first place. |
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i also agree on the conditions. what makes or gives them any right or ability to make demands ? (such audacity). complete the deal as is, with probably a few small amenities to redeem yourself a bit. thats a start to rebuilding your reputation, unless its past the point of no return, and damage is irreverisible. they'll have to really work to gain trust again. |
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i've never met the dealers, but so far, the way they've represented themselves, speak VOLUMES. they thought they could pull a fast one (well, 2) by catching someone on ebay, then trying to cover their tracks, and trying to bully a client. when i was car shopping, a fellow college kid told me something along the lines of : sure, they'll make you feel number 1, king of kings, give you all the attention ... especially AFTER fleecing you, b/c they know in a few yrs, you'll think of the experience, and come back for another fleecing. they're supposed to make you feel special, but to them, you're just another dollar sign (chances are how personal is the relationship after a few hours of pressuring you to buy and increase their commission). |
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and how did the dealer want to rectify the situation ? you'd be kidding yourself if they'd amicably resolved their "misunderstanding" fairly. look in teh mirror if you want to see something stupid. |
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