SC buyers add Lugoff Ford to the list of scalpers

[AngloSoup]

Last year when I tried to order too late they said no dealer markup above MSRP.

This year they've changed to add $4000 to the price of MSRP, so no longer a good place to buy from, they've joined the scalping game. They say it's because of "Ford's new sales model"...

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[TCPTX65]

Last year when I tried to order too late they said no dealer markup above MSRP.

This year they've changed to add $4000 to the price of MSRP, so no longer a good place to buy from, they've joined the scalping game. They say it's because of "Ford's new sales model"...

Looks like Ford is trying to do something about that (at least with its electric vehicles).

https://techcrunch.com/2022/09/14/ford-gives-dealers-an-ultimatum-on-ev-sales/

Basically, Big Jim said that there are going to be new rules if you want to sell Ford electric vehicles, one of those being "E-commerce will be available with 'transparent, non-negotiable pricing for EVs.'" So if you want to sell EVs, there will be no "market adjustments".

Not saying it will get rid of the gougers, but it may thin the herd significantly.

 

[Crance]

Spoke with Benson ford in Easley about an hour ago. No markup, msrp. Ask for Harry fisher

 

[AngloSoup]

Spoke with Benson ford in Easley about an hour ago. No markup, msrp. Ask for Harry fisher

Thanks. Easley is a little bit of a drive, but worth it to avoid markup and can visit the family on the way into the upstate. Might see if anywhere local has it with no makeup or forced extras.

Jim Hudson and Lugoff ruled out already.

 

[Freckles]

George Coleman Ford in Travelers Rest...MSRP, no stupid doc fees, very good place to deal with.

 

[Crance]

Thanks. Easley is a little bit of a drive, but worth it to avoid markup and can visit the family on the way into the upstate. Might see if anywhere local has it with no makeup or forced extras.

Jim Hudson and Lugoff ruled out already.

I’m just outside of Charleston so I feel you there. Lol

 

[Wylie61]

Placed order with Jim Hudson This morning, MSRP and 500 doc fee, no add ons. Worked with Craig Ellis. Lariat hybrid , 360, and hitch.

 

[AngloSoup]

Placed order with Jim Hudson This morning, MSRP and 500 doc fee, no add ons. Worked with Craig Ellis. Lariat hybrid , 360, and hitch.

That's good to know, but proceed with caution. I was reading somewhere on here that other people said that Jim Hudson adds services that you can't get out of...

Things like window tinting and starching the seats and force you to pay crazy inflated rates. I'll see if I can find the thread, if they've really changed and not doing that anymore then that makes them a good local option.


Edit:
Ok here is one from August (last post)
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...-area-dealers-for-2023-maverick-orders.18799/

Sounds like they did back down when this guy told them he didn't want that extra stuff.

 

[uga]

Bought a Toyota one time from Lugoff, bad experience, bad dealer...................................

 

[Wylie61]

That's good to know, but proceed with caution. I was reading somewhere on here that other people said that Jim Hudson adds services that you can't get out of...

Things like window tinting and starching the seats and force you to pay crazy inflated rates. I'll see if I can find the thread, if they've really changed and not doing that anymore then that makes them a good local option.


Edit:
Ok here is one from August (last post)
https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...-area-dealers-for-2023-maverick-orders.18799/

Sounds like they did back down when this guy told them he didn't want that extra stuff.

Tried initially , had emailed sales manager prior and he agreed to my criteria. Have my buyers order signed by management, binding contract. Happy with my deal.

 

[AngloSoup]

Tried initially , had emailed sales manager prior and he agreed to my criteria. Have my buyers order signed by management, binding contract. Happy with my deal.

Good to know. Also tried getting a quote for a Corolla, order, from Midlands Toyota (who I believe are owned by same people) only by email. They tried adding the same package. When I asked if I could get a quote without the package they said no, has to come with all new cars. I didn't push hard since I'm still planning on a Maverick, but I bet if Jim Hudson backs down on it, Midlands Toyota will too. if I end up not being able to get my Maverick and switch to Toyota.... I might try harder getting them to back down on requiring that package.

 

[Moby]

So I wonder how ford credit is handling these markups ? In are area people were offering why over asking for home's. The Banks have now stepped up and say no financing over the asking less down payment . Would Ford Credit give loans for over the MSRP price of a vehicle ?

 

[MakinDoForNow]

So I wonder how ford credit is handling these markups ? In are area people were offering why over asking for home's. The Banks have now stepped up and say no financing over the asking less down payment . Would Ford Credit give loans for over the MSRP price of a vehicle ?

Ford was making loans for MSRP +10% on some lines last year, I believe. I bought my Hybrid FE lariat loaded last March for 2.1% APR 60 months for 100% all in cost (0 down + all fees + tags++++) from a bank. When my second maverick comes in if I get 0% 36 months loan, I will finance all I qualify for.

 

[MLowe05]

So I wonder how ford credit is handling these markups ? In are area people were offering why over asking for home's. The Banks have now stepped up and say no financing over the asking less down payment . Would Ford Credit give loans for over the MSRP price of a vehicle ?

It's not unusual for captive finance arms and even standard banks and credit unions to be willing to finance 120-150% of MSRP, depending on your credit. That is not to say you should do that, but they will do it.

Mortgages do not work this way and cannot be compared to car loans.

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