Revenge Served: My Epic Car Dealership Saga
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Chapter 1: The Search for a New Car
Let me share a memorable experience I had while dealing with a car dealership. In my city, car prices are exorbitantly high, which makes bargain hunting a must for someone like me. I always explore options in neighboring states to find better deals—after all, who wouldn’t want to save a few bucks?
This event took place about five years ago when I was on the hunt for a brand-new car. I stumbled across a vehicle that perfectly fit my needs, located around 12 hours away in another state. It was listed at approximately $5,000 less than comparable models. After checking flights, I found a one-way direct flight to their local airport for about $175. Including gas for the return trip, I figured I'd spend around $275 to save $5,000—a no-brainer!
I contacted the dealership, negotiated the price, and informed them of my plans to fly in for the purchase. They requested just a $1,000 deposit to hold the car, and we signed a contract.
I booked the flight and made all necessary arrangements, excited for my car-buying adventure. However, things quickly took a turn for the worse.
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Section 1.1: Red Flags Start Appearing
The first warning sign? The dealership failed to pick me up from the airport. Instead, I had to summon an Uber to take me there, which was far from the red-carpet treatment I anticipated.
Upon arrival, instead of being greeted warmly, I was shown a selection of other vehicles. I made it clear that I was there for a specific car, the one detailed in our contract. To my dismay, I was informed that the car was no longer in stock. The salesman suggested alternatives, but these were all priced significantly higher—about $2,000 over the manufacturer’s suggested retail price, while I was expecting a price $5,000 below it. (A critical detail: there was no mention of any incentives for providing five-star reviews throughout this experience.)
Fast forward two to three hours. It became evident to me that this dealership likely never had the car I wanted and was engaged in a classic bait-and-switch tactic. They were unwilling to sell me a comparable vehicle at the agreed price, and refused to cover my travel expenses for this unpleasant scenario.
A heated argument ensued with the General Manager, who infamously told me to "feel free to leave a negative review" while also denying me any "free" money. I ended up taking an Uber to a nearby hotel and booked a flight back home for the next day, which cost me roughly $750.
Section 1.2: Sweet Revenge
Though I didn’t walk away with my dream car, I was determined to get my revenge. Fueled by frustration and a desire for justice, I unleashed my wrath on the dealership's Google reviews, giving them a barrage of one-star ratings—20 of them to be precise.
But that wasn't the end of my quest for justice. I took the dealership to small claims court and secured a judgment of $750. Justice, served cold.
Did I stop there? Absolutely not. I made it my mission to ensure that no one else fell prey to their unscrupulous tactics. I created multiple Google accounts and continued to leave negative reviews whenever I had the chance.
Fast forward a few years, and their rating took a nosedive. They even resorted to offering $50 for five-star reviews. Their website now prominently displays a banner stating that customers could earn $50 for a positive review—something to show to their salesperson for a Visa gift card. This practice began around the time my one-star reviews started accumulating.
Assuming I am responsible for a significant portion of their reviews, and considering they have around 3,500 total reviews, it’s likely they have spent $50,000 trying to buy positive feedback while watching their average rating decline continuously since they dismissed my concerns.
Yes, I did get my $1,000 deposit back without any issues, as I paid via credit card. While I could have pursued legal action to enforce the contract, the costs and time involved made it impractical. However, I felt satisfied knowing I had made a difference.
Chapter 2: Lessons Learned
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