'I laughed at her': Used car dealership tries to use shady practices and implement fees, surprised when client walks out

Brad Dickson • Managing Editor

Sep 23, 2022 1:00 PM EDT

A used car dealership thought that they had out-of-state buyers trapped and used the opportunity to try and renege on terms and instate higher fees; they were shocked when the buyers got up and walked away from the deal.

This couple had been searching for a used car after losing their previous one in an accident. They finally found one they wanted at a dealership 90 minutes away from their house. They took extra time and care to ensure they had the time to make this journey. Everything on their end was sorted, they were sure to arrive at the dealership right when they agreed to, but the dealership soon showed that they had no intention of upholding their end of the deal.

I mean, there's a reason that the term "used car salesman" is a thing, referring to someone who is insincere or dishonest. Stereotypes aren't usually true and can be rooted in nefarious places; Still, even with stereotypes aside, it's always wise to be weary when buying anything used -especially when it's a complex machine with an endless number of things that could be wrong with it.

"The first thing she does is pull out a different set of numbers than we were originally given and agreed to," the author writes regarding their meeting, explaining that the additional fees and terms totaled nearly one thousand dollars.

They were then told that "If [they] don't like the fee, [they] could leave." They took that advice and stood up and left, losing nothing except a frustrating amount of time.

Commenters shared some experiences of their own and offered some sage advice in the comments.

"Whenever someone messes around in a high-value transaction- the best course is to leave," shared BluehibiscusEmpire. "Because if they are like that pre-sale, it will be a lot worse after you have given them the money."

Keep scrolling to see screenshots of the thread and the reactions below. For more malicious compliance check out this rude customer who was given exactly what they wanted by a clever flight attendant.