Dealership threatening to sell my custom order

[roadpilot]

Yes, that act has nothing to do with forcing a dealer to sell you a car that you haven't purchased yet, nor does it compel them to store a car for any period of time.

If you do buy it and can't take delivery, storage is up to you, whether you agree the dealership will keep it or elsewhere, none of which is free of charge unless the dealer voluntarily agrees to do it for free.

It also doesn't prevent them from selling the car if you haven't completed the transaction. Thier only obligation is to return your deposit, provided that your purchase agreement clearly states that it is refundable and you meet the conditions for the refund.

I'm simply explaining how things work.

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[snakeyes]

You - know we can write about this from now until Biden can actually talk w/o a teleprompter but - there is an old saying in my neck of the woods that applies here - it goes like this: (no offense)

"Shit - or get off the pot" buy it, or don't, but talking about it won't make a difference and the more time wasted here - the better chance the car is already sold...

 

[steveo1960]

If it wasn't a custom order, I'd agree. But it was. Why settle for 'similar' after all the wait? Not me.

Yea, I know the feeling as I bailed on my first order due to a slimy dealer. If he can work it out go for it but if not move on. However, seeing the new 2025 order guide, unless I'm missing something, he might want to purchase it REAL FAST!

 

[Sofa King]

I hope the OP gets his car and comes back to report same. I know how it is to be away from home for work for extended periods of time. Hopefully he has trusted friends/family that can help him out and get the car he ordered.

 

[Mr.SUB]

As mentioned above, if you are in the military, tell them that and that you will put down a deposit. Also mentioned is the bad publicity. A vet ordered a 170 Demon and the dealer sold it out from under him because someone offered more money - even though he was already paying 50K over MSRP. In the end, the Dodge CEO sent him a new one, with all the features he had ordered for just MSRP.

 

[roadpilot]

As mentioned above, if you are in the military, tell them that and that you will put down a deposit. Also mentioned is the bad publicity. A vet ordered a 170 Demon and the dealer sold it out from under him because someone offered more money - even though he was already paying 50K over MSRP. In the end, the Dodge CEO sent him a new one, with all the features he had ordered for just MSRP.

Already addressed earlier in this thread.

 

[dbroush7]

Depending on where the dealership is located in Texas, and depending on what and how you want it inspected, I may be able to inspect it for you. I'm in Austin, TX, I'm a vet (if that matters to you), an ex aircraft mechanic, lots of vehicle knowledge, etc. I'd be willing to do this for you as a favor, assuming you're working in good faith with the dealer and understand the limits of a fellow enthusiast doing a favor. Provide me a list of what you'd do before signing the paperwork, and if it's not too far from Austin, I might be able to help.

 

[steveo1960]

Depending on where the dealership is located in Texas, and depending on what and how you want it inspected, I may be able to inspect it for you. I'm in Austin, TX, I'm a vet (if that matters to you), an ex aircraft mechanic, lots of vehicle knowledge, etc. I'd be willing to do this for you as a favor, assuming you're working in good faith with the dealer and understand the limits of a fellow enthusiast doing a favor. Provide me a list of what you'd do before signing the paperwork, and if it's not too far from Austin, I might be able to help.

What a wonderful offer. Thank you for your service!

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