4 years ago
First, let me explain my role in this. I made the ...
First, let me explain my role in this. I made the mistake of trusting my Sales Rep, Harry Mejia. Harry presented me a clean CarFax report for the used 2010 TL that I was interested in. The problem was the TL had in fact been in an accident and needed to be repaired. Unfortunately, I only discovered this after the deal was done and I had driven off the lot. There was considerable damage to the vehicle, the estimate I received came in at $2900 and change. Here's the thing, when used car dealers take in cars, they do appraisals and go over the vehicles with a fine tooth comb. Harry knew about this damage and chose not to disclose it. This amounts to fraud and I'm pursuing a case against Fountain Auto Mall.
I should make mention that when I returned the next day, after Harry would not return my calls (called three times), he had me speak to his Manager, Jason Ness. Jason is as big a liar as Harry is and even contradicted himself twice while lying to my face. It's one thing to lie. But when you expose your lies by contracting yourself right in front of your customer, you're either naive or just stupid.
After leaving because Wayne, the GM wasn't in and he's the only one that could help me, according to Jason, Harry called me back. He assured me that Wayne would be calling me in the morning. It's not almost 3PM now. I've called and left messages for Wayne but of course, he hasn't returned my call. And I get it, they don't want to lose the deal. They did well. They sold a car way over it's value by deceiving their customer. Is this the right thing to do though? I don't think so. So why not make it right?
Bottom line is, Harry Mejia and Jason Ness will lie, cheat and steal to get your money. And for what? a little bit of cash? For whatever pathetic commission these two clowns got on this deal, they sold out their honesty and integrity. As a long time salesperson, I would never, ever, lie to a client or deceive him in any way. I am always transparent with my clients and won't do a deal if it's not a win-win for both of our companies. Harry and Jason exemplify the used car salesman stereotype.
Anyhow, Buyer Beware.