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What happened to all the new cars?

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Real Estate Agent with Fathom Realty Washington LLC

Have you been out shopping for a new car lately? The selection is dreary to say the least. My wife and I went to six different car dealerships, only to find obscure models or cars with very odd colors.

The dealer’s sales people all offered to order a specific model, just the way we wanted, built to our specifications. We were told by one dealer that if we ordered a car it would be at full market price and would not be eligible for any specials or rebate prices. We were also told that our trade in would be revalued at the time that our new car was delivered; this would be in 8 to 12 weeks.

Remember when you would be able to go to the dealer and drive home with what you wanted. This will only be a fond memory now. Welcome to the new world order of car dealerships…

©2009 Paul S. Henderson, What happened to all the new cars? All Rights Reserved

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Paul S. Henderson, Residential Real Estate Broker 

Tacoma Washington 

Realtor ® BPOR, CRS, GRI, CDPE

Fathom Realty WA LLC

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South Puget Sound in Washington State

 

 

 

 

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As a Residential Broker and Relocation Specialist, I sell homes in or around ,Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Steilacoom,  University Place, DuPont and Hartstene Pointe in Washington State.
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Terry Miller
Miller Homes Group - Tyler, TX
Miller Homes Group and Tyler Apartment Locator

Paul, I was in that business for over 25 years. Dealers simply cannot trust the manufacturer or the government anymore. Most dealerships are in the used car business now days.

Oct 20, 2009 01:58 AM
John Mulkey
TheHousingGuru.com - Waleska, GA
Housing Guru

Paul - I've been considering a new vehicle and drove through 5 dealer lots yesterday. The inventory was so low I didn't even stop.

Oct 20, 2009 02:05 AM
Lina Robertson
AMAX Real Estate - Springfield, MO
REALTOR® Serving Springfield, Nixa and Ozark, MO

Paul - I just paid mine off.  I think I'm going to drive it until it falls apart.  Will be nice to go without a car payment for awhile.

Oct 20, 2009 02:19 AM
Joseph Welusz
QuoteMatcher.com - Evesham Township, NJ

The New World Order Of Car Dealerships... Is the old world order again.  Until recent years maybe the last 30 years or so that was the only way to buy a car.  I had this exact conversation with my father-in-law just the other day.  In 1968 when he wanted a new Chevy he had to order it and wait 3 months for it to come in. Hopefully, it will bring great customer service back to the dealerships and lift the stigma against car sales people.

Oct 20, 2009 02:19 AM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Joseph, With most things, it is hard to go back in time. If this continues there will be no need for car dealerships. We might as well do it on line...

Oct 20, 2009 02:34 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Paul..From what I have been reading ..they are not being built to last either ..or built for impact thats why I bought out my lease on my Bentz well built made to last ..

Oct 20, 2009 12:10 PM
John Cannata
214-728-0449 http://TexasLoanGuy.com - Frisco, TX
Texas Home Mortgage - Purchase or Refinance

Well, I cant say Im not surprised that the selection is smaller because they have seriously cut back (all makes and models), but Im surprised they cant offer some deals when you special order. I realize that it costs a lot to ship the one vehicle, but come one... some rebates should be welcome.

Oct 20, 2009 02:59 PM
Chad Baird
Re/Max Spirit - Dayton, OH

I feel lucky i'm not in the market for a new car. 

Oct 21, 2009 04:27 AM
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