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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,806
    edited June 2021
    Wife now says the adjuster said "private sale price rather than dealer price". Equally screwy

    They didn't add for air suspension, adaptive cruise, DVD pre wire,or upgraded wheels

    They added $200 for tires that had 5000 miles on them
  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 266,190
    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    I don't think you'll get anything toward dealer or registration fees, but you'll certainly get sales tax added.

    You do in NJ.

    Insurer must (1) offer a cash settlement based upon the actual cost of a “substantially similar auto” including all applicable taxes and other fees, or (2) offer a replacement auto including all applicable taxes, license fees, and other fees. N.J. Admin. Code § 11:3-10.4.
    Well, he’s in Indiana. Ever been there? 🤣

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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,806
    They do have to pay fair market value and sales tax.

    I have all my teeth @kyfdx. I have a good tooth to tattoo ratio :)
  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,806
    au1994 said:

    Refresh my memory again on the age and miles of the Q7? From my recollection, 44.6 is not nearly enough, even outside of this crazy market.

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  • au1994au1994 Member Posts: 3,712
    mjfloyd1 said:

    au1994 said:

    Refresh my memory again on the age and miles of the Q7? From my recollection, 44.6 is not nearly enough, even outside of this crazy market.

    36388 miles
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    That number is laughable in that case.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    I just ran the numbers for him. It would be at least $52k to replace it. Even if private party. Would love to know what their source is. Please tell them I'll take 3 at $44.6k. Carvana/Vroom would probably give me $47k each.

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  • roadburnerroadburner Member Posts: 18,347
    mjfloyd1 said:

    Wife now says the adjuster said "private sale price rather than dealer price". Equally screwy

    They didn't add for air suspension, adaptive cruise, DVD pre wire,or upgraded wheels

    They added $200 for tires that had 5000 miles on them

    That is pure BS. Typical adjuster lowball tactics.

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  • explorerx4explorerx4 Member Posts: 20,743
    @mjfloyd1,
    Sorry about the spelling, it didn't look right when I typed it, I guess I'll blame dyslexia.
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  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,225
    mjfloyd1 said:

    xwesx said:

    mjfloyd1 said:

    Q7 is totaled. 33,000+ in damages. They value it at 44600. Wonder if I can get that value up a little??

    I think so. Best thing you can do is find similar/same vehicles in the region at retail prices and use those for comparisons. $45K just *sounds* low for this market.
    They keep saying "not fair market value because dealers mark them up" to my wife. I need a good response. I guess I should just say that I don't have a dealers license and can't buy at wholesale
    What cars are selling for at the dealer is the very definition of market value. It’s not your fault their client totaled your car in a hot market.

    I guess that answers my question about the at fault driver’s insurance company still playing games.

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  • henrynhenryn Member Posts: 4,289
    mjfloyd1 said:

    They do have to pay fair market value and sales tax.

    I have all my teeth @kyfdx. I have a good tooth to tattoo ratio :)

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    The higher the TTR score, the lower the likelihood of a terminal outcome.

    A patient with a TTR of just two could be run over by a truck after being shot twice in the back outside of the bar in which they drank six fifths of whiskey, and shortly after admission to the emergency department they would be demanding cigarettes and sexual favors from any nearby persons.
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  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,225
    mjfloyd1 said:

    Wife now says the adjuster said "private sale price rather than dealer price". Equally screwy

    They didn't add for air suspension, adaptive cruise, DVD pre wire,or upgraded wheels

    They added $200 for tires that had 5000 miles on them

    Private sale? So they’re taking values from Craigslist? Maybe they’ll tell you “ran good when parked”

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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,806

    @explorerx4 said:
    @mjfloyd1,
    Sorry about the spelling, it didn't look right when I typed it, I guess I'll blame dyslexia.

    I actually think it is hilarious

  • roadburnerroadburner Member Posts: 18,347
    The "Our Cars" section of BMW CAR now has an older M2 in the mix. The owner had left the BMW fold for a few years while he modified a 2015 Mustang GT. He recently replaced the GT with an M2- not a Competition unfortunately. This month the new owner compared the track performance of both cars; he wrote that he spent three years modifying the Mustang but after a day at Goodwood he believes the only thing the M2 needs is different pads, SS brake lines, and possibly upgraded brake fluid. He's also making a few personal tweaks that I would bypass- a different exhaust and a steering wheel with a thinner rim. Regardless, I can't see going to a regular M2.
    Alas, there is still no M2C on the horizon.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    My Jeep is "in the shipping stage" as of this morn.
    I asked "does that mean it shipped or is waiting to be shipped?" Rep said they don't know. Could be either. I get it ... to an extent. At the same time, it is crazy to me that Amazon [usually] knows right where my $9.99 order is but a car company is not sure where a $55k auto is.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 266,190
    qbrozen said:

    My Jeep is "in the shipping stage" as of this morn.
    I asked "does that mean it shipped or is waiting to be shipped?" Rep said they don't know. Could be either. I get it ... to an extent. At the same time, it is crazy to me that Amazon [usually] knows right where my $9.99 order is but a car company is not sure where a $55k auto is.

    Refresh my memory: What is the payment and amount Due at Signing?

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    edited June 2021
    kyfdx said:

    qbrozen said:

    My Jeep is "in the shipping stage" as of this morn.
    I asked "does that mean it shipped or is waiting to be shipped?" Rep said they don't know. Could be either. I get it ... to an extent. At the same time, it is crazy to me that Amazon [usually] knows right where my $9.99 order is but a car company is not sure where a $55k auto is.

    Refresh my memory: What is the payment and amount Due at Signing?
    Exact numbers are TBD, but if it comes this month, $412/$412. $55,410 MSRP

    '11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,405
    That is really good.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 266,190
    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    qbrozen said:

    My Jeep is "in the shipping stage" as of this morn.
    I asked "does that mean it shipped or is waiting to be shipped?" Rep said they don't know. Could be either. I get it ... to an extent. At the same time, it is crazy to me that Amazon [usually] knows right where my $9.99 order is but a car company is not sure where a $55k auto is.

    Refresh my memory: What is the payment and amount Due at Signing?
    Exact numbers are TBD, but if it comes this month, $412/$412. $55,410 MSRP
    Assumed profit, if you flip it?

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    edited June 2021
    kyfdx said:

    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    qbrozen said:

    My Jeep is "in the shipping stage" as of this morn.
    I asked "does that mean it shipped or is waiting to be shipped?" Rep said they don't know. Could be either. I get it ... to an extent. At the same time, it is crazy to me that Amazon [usually] knows right where my $9.99 order is but a car company is not sure where a $55k auto is.

    Refresh my memory: What is the payment and amount Due at Signing?
    Exact numbers are TBD, but if it comes this month, $412/$412. $55,410 MSRP
    Assumed profit, if you flip it?
    Eh, I don't know. Folks been getting very varied numbers, and the exact build can make a difference. I'll have the hardtop, which is a big deal in the northeast. Then there is the color. I'm guessing roundabout $5k if I get $50k for it.

    And this WILL be flipped, if for a profit. Even if the wife decides she likes it (highly doubtful), I would just order another and let her pick it out.

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  • breldbreld Member Posts: 6,924
    I’ve gotta think Colorado Jeep dealers are not remotely close to the deals some of you are getting. I’d actually be a bit tempted to at least go look, though I would be the ultimate poser in a Wrangler of any type.

    At least I can admit that.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    breld said:

    I’ve gotta think Colorado Jeep dealers are not remotely close to the deals some of you are getting. I’d actually be a bit tempted to at least go look, though I would be the ultimate poser in a Wrangler of any type.

    At least I can admit that.

    Mine is nowhere near local. Closer to you, actually, in Louisiana. The other popular place to order from is in TN.

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  • tifightertifighter Member Posts: 3,788
    That guy at Gupton sounds like he's supplying half of the east coast right now...

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    tifighter said:

    That guy at Gupton sounds like he's supplying half of the east coast right now...

    I'm VERY surprised they haven't raised their prices yet.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 266,190
    I'd only be interested, if I could flip it. I'd have an advantage, in that I'd only pay sales tax on the monthly payment, while I had the vehicle, so minimal. While NJ has the sales tax for the full lease term, added in upfront.

    I have absolutely no use for a $400/mo lease, so it would suck if I got stuck with it. I'd probably end up selling the GTI

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  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 17,510
    breld said:

    I’ve gotta think Colorado Jeep dealers are not remotely close to the deals some of you are getting. I’d actually be a bit tempted to at least go look, though I would be the ultimate poser in a Wrangler of any type.

    At least I can admit that.

    I am right there with you. My Tacoma has a fake hood scoop. I follow this Tacoma facebook page where every single one is lifted, with heavier duty leaf springs, custom front bumpers, upgraded wheels & tires, they cut the bumpers and fenders, post pics of their trucks driving through mud & camping in the desert/mountains... I'm happy that I can drive over a high curbs.

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  • breldbreld Member Posts: 6,924
    Well, @nyccarguy, it certainly sounds like you utilize that truck bed plenty, whether it be for hauling hockey gear or for work. So I’d say regardless of any off-roading adventures, you “use” that truck well.

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  • breldbreld Member Posts: 6,924
    So on our SUV search, we’re starting to lean ever so slightly toward a GLE 350. We looked at one over the weekend (but haven’t driven it yet) and found ourselves appreciating the more classic styling over the Genesis. The GV80 is still in play, but we’ll take a closer look at all options in the coming weeks.

    As much as we’ve gone toward BMWs and Audis over the years, I did appreciate the styling and drive of the couple GLCs we’ve had, and am interested to see how that translates into the higher end GLE.

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  • henrynhenryn Member Posts: 4,289
    kyfdx said:

    I'd only be interested, if I could flip it. I'd have an advantage, in that I'd only pay sales tax on the monthly payment, while I had the vehicle, so minimal. While NJ has the sales tax for the full lease term, added in upfront.

    I have absolutely no use for a $400/mo lease, so it would suck if I got stuck with it. I'd probably end up selling the GTI


    "Sales tax for the full lease term" is nothing compared to Texas. Here you pay the sales tax (6.25%) up front on the entire sale price, so $50k (approximate) times 6.25% is $3,125 due at signing. Yes, you can roll it into the lease, but that would add nearly $87 a month (plus interest). Which is why no one I know here in Texas has ever leased a car.

    I never realized that individuals leasing a car was "a thing" until I started hanging out here a few years back. Now who says these forums aren't educational? :)
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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    kyfdx said:

    I'd only be interested, if I could flip it. I'd have an advantage, in that I'd only pay sales tax on the monthly payment, while I had the vehicle, so minimal. While NJ has the sales tax for the full lease term, added in upfront.

    I have absolutely no use for a $400/mo lease, so it would suck if I got stuck with it. I'd probably end up selling the GTI

    Gotta be prepared to get stuck with it, so don't do it. :)

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  • carnaughtcarnaught Member Posts: 3,577
    edited June 2021
    breld said:

    So on our SUV search, we’re starting to lean ever so slightly toward a GLE 350. We looked at one over the weekend (but haven’t driven it yet) and found ourselves appreciating the more classic styling over the Genesis. The GV80 is still in play, but we’ll take a closer look at all options in the coming weeks.

    As much as we’ve gone toward BMWs and Audis over the years, I did appreciate the styling and drive of the couple GLCs we’ve had, and am interested to see how that translates into the higher end GLE.

    So, what car will get the ax?

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,405
    Looks like they are short one right now.

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  • henrynhenryn Member Posts: 4,289
    nyccarguy said:

    breld said:

    I’ve gotta think Colorado Jeep dealers are not remotely close to the deals some of you are getting. I’d actually be a bit tempted to at least go look, though I would be the ultimate poser in a Wrangler of any type.

    At least I can admit that.

    I am right there with you. My Tacoma has a fake hood scoop. I follow this Tacoma facebook page where every single one is lifted, with heavier duty leaf springs, custom front bumpers, upgraded wheels & tires, they cut the bumpers and fenders, post pics of their trucks driving through mud & camping in the desert/mountains... I'm happy that I can drive over a high curbs.
    One of the things that irritate me about newer Ford F150 pickups is the front air dam (also known as a chin spoiler). That sucker hangs way down, it catches on the concrete parking bumpers in most parking lots. It will scrape going into any kind of steep driveway. A real pain, and the first thing I do when I get a new Ford is remove that silly thing. I was very surprised to find one still on this 2013 F150 XL work truck that I just bought. It didn't last long after I brought it home, I can tell you that.

    Supposedly the air dam improves highway fuel economy, but no one has ever been able to verify that. If it does make a difference, it is very small.

    As for being a "poser" in a Wrangler, I suppose I would be as well if I bought that 2 door Wrangler and drove it around topless and doorless. I would not be out in the wilderness slogging through the mud.
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  • henrynhenryn Member Posts: 4,289
    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    I'd only be interested, if I could flip it. I'd have an advantage, in that I'd only pay sales tax on the monthly payment, while I had the vehicle, so minimal. While NJ has the sales tax for the full lease term, added in upfront.

    I have absolutely no use for a $400/mo lease, so it would suck if I got stuck with it. I'd probably end up selling the GTI

    Gotta be prepared to get stuck with it, so don't do it. :)

    Is that lease "assumable"? Even if you couldn't flip it for a profit, I would think someone would probably be willing to assume that $412 lease.
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  • henrynhenryn Member Posts: 4,289
    qbrozen said:

    breld said:

    I’ve gotta think Colorado Jeep dealers are not remotely close to the deals some of you are getting. I’d actually be a bit tempted to at least go look, though I would be the ultimate poser in a Wrangler of any type.

    At least I can admit that.

    Mine is nowhere near local. Closer to you, actually, in Louisiana. The other popular place to order from is in TN.
    Louisiana? That is indeed a L-O--N---G way from New Jersey. You don't have to pick it up in Louisiana do you?

    One of the things I have been looking at for next year when things hopefully return to normal is custom ordering a new F150 from a dealer up in Iowa. With that deal, you do have to pick it up in Iowa or pay for shipping.
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  • breldbreld Member Posts: 6,924
    stickguy said:

    Looks like they are short one right now.

    That's right. We were sort of preemptive in taking advantage of trade values on the X3 and freeing up the space for the next SUV. We do still have the Leaf occupying a garage space since it isn't costing anything to hold on to, but that will go once we pull the trigger on an SUV.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 266,190
    henryn said:

    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    I'd only be interested, if I could flip it. I'd have an advantage, in that I'd only pay sales tax on the monthly payment, while I had the vehicle, so minimal. While NJ has the sales tax for the full lease term, added in upfront.

    I have absolutely no use for a $400/mo lease, so it would suck if I got stuck with it. I'd probably end up selling the GTI

    Gotta be prepared to get stuck with it, so don't do it. :)

    Is that lease "assumable"? Even if you couldn't flip it for a profit, I would think someone would probably be willing to assume that $412 lease.
    Chrysler Capital won't allow assumptions. You'd have to sell it. With the rebate, it seems you'd be able to at least break even.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,405
    Just noticed that local VW dealer has a Taos in stock (pictures and everything). Kinda pricey. An SEL, so well equipped (includes moonroof package) but only FWD. MSRP $34,200.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 266,190
    stickguy said:

    Just noticed that local VW dealer has a Taos in stock (pictures and everything). Kinda pricey. An SEL, so well equipped (includes moonroof package) but only FWD. MSRP $34,200.

    Don't Tiguans top $40K MSRP, now?

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,405
    I suspect they do if a TAOS SEL AWD will crest $36k

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  • tifightertifighter Member Posts: 3,788
    breld said:

    stickguy said:

    Looks like they are short one right now.

    That's right. We were sort of preemptive in taking advantage of trade values on the X3 and freeing up the space for the next SUV. We do still have the Leaf occupying a garage space since it isn't costing anything to hold on to, but that will go once we pull the trigger on an SUV.
    Do you still have that Y reservation?

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  • xwesxxwesx Member Posts: 17,696
    henryn said:


    Louisiana? That is indeed a L-O--N---G way from New Jersey. You don't have to pick it up in Louisiana do you?

    One of the things I have been looking at for next year when things hopefully return to normal is custom ordering a new F150 from a dealer up in Iowa. With that deal, you do have to pick it up in Iowa or pay for shipping.

    Oh, I don't know. It's not so far.... :D
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  • xwesxxwesx Member Posts: 17,696
    @tifighter Y do you ask?
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  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,225
    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    qbrozen said:

    kyfdx said:

    qbrozen said:

    My Jeep is "in the shipping stage" as of this morn.
    I asked "does that mean it shipped or is waiting to be shipped?" Rep said they don't know. Could be either. I get it ... to an extent. At the same time, it is crazy to me that Amazon [usually] knows right where my $9.99 order is but a car company is not sure where a $55k auto is.

    Refresh my memory: What is the payment and amount Due at Signing?
    Exact numbers are TBD, but if it comes this month, $412/$412. $55,410 MSRP
    Assumed profit, if you flip it?
    Eh, I don't know. Folks been getting very varied numbers, and the exact build can make a difference. I'll have the hardtop, which is a big deal in the northeast. Then there is the color. I'm guessing roundabout $5k if I get $50k for it.

    And this WILL be flipped, if for a profit. Even if the wife decides she likes it (highly doubtful), I would just order another and let her pick it out.
    Why don’t the car companies just sell directly to Carvana and pocket the difference?

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,405
    I wondered the same thing.

    Or Carvana can have people run around buying cars! Though would get hit with sales tax there.

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  • breldbreld Member Posts: 6,924
    tifighter said:

    breld said:

    stickguy said:

    Looks like they are short one right now.

    That's right. We were sort of preemptive in taking advantage of trade values on the X3 and freeing up the space for the next SUV. We do still have the Leaf occupying a garage space since it isn't costing anything to hold on to, but that will go once we pull the trigger on an SUV.
    Do you still have that Y reservation?
    Yeah, we do. And we even took the next step where they are matching us with a car - estimated delivery would be in August.

    I'm still considering it. At the March pricing, state incentives that are still available, and maybe even federal incentives back in play, it could be a good deal.

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  • carnaughtcarnaught Member Posts: 3,577
    breld said:

    tifighter said:

    breld said:

    stickguy said:

    Looks like they are short one right now.

    That's right. We were sort of preemptive in taking advantage of trade values on the X3 and freeing up the space for the next SUV. We do still have the Leaf occupying a garage space since it isn't costing anything to hold on to, but that will go once we pull the trigger on an SUV.
    Do you still have that Y reservation?
    Yeah, we do. And we even took the next step where they are matching us with a car - estimated delivery would be in August.

    I'm still considering it. At the March pricing, state incentives that are still available, and maybe even federal incentives back in play, it could be a good deal.

    So like Cadillac you’re going all electric?

  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 11,304
    The 9-3 I was interested in sold for over $10k. Insane. Front and rear bumpers both appear to not match the color of the metal (CF reported minor damage to the rear, but the front is an unknown). That is what turned me off to what was otherwise a nice looking car. That, and the price! :s
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    edited June 2021
    stickguy said:

    I wondered the same thing.

    Or Carvana can have people run around buying cars! Though would get hit with sales tax there.

    y'all better shut the heck up! Its like that kid who always spoke up, "teacher, you forgot to give us homework!"
    Damn, man, keep a lid on this!

    ;b

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    henryn said:



    Louisiana? That is indeed a L-O--N---G way from New Jersey. You don't have to pick it up in Louisiana do you?

    heck no, I'll have it shipped. About $700. Way cheaper and easier than flying and driving back.

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