u/SeaDragonTattoo

I had to have them re-do the contract three times. Just bought a car Friday. First the top number sale price was higher than negotiated. OK. Changed it to the right number. Then there was a warranty I had declined added in for $1,400. Took a while for the change to be made to remove it. Then my trade-in was changed to $4k from the $5k we agreed upon. Called that out and finally the contract was singable.

Huge dealership. Over a dozen, probably more than 20 locations. Is this just how the money is made? Just betting the buyer doesn't read anything? $1k is a lot of money to me. These guys? Less than a drop in a barrel. What gives?

I had a 2013 Ford Escape. Loved it. Engine, everything in good shape, clean. BUT it got an electrical bug. Too costly to try to diagnose and fix after already trying to the tune of $1,700, and dealing with it unreliable for a MONTH.

Took it to trade, white knuckling all the way hoping it didn't die and need a tow (again). Got it there. Negotiated another car. Got $5,000 for it. Was able to sign the new deal and drive away before they tried to move the Escape. I don't feel bad about it.