I walked in and got this check around three weeks ago, and a couple of weeks ago I was sure it had gone through (the name had a minor misspelling, and a two year old address was used). I guess a lot of folks who responded were right. I should have pushed harder sooner, not just before I planned to leave town. On the other hand, the deposit was for an ML (not a specific one), and at the time I told them I was not then interested, I was told they would have no problem selling their inventory. They (the ML's, not Smythe :-)) were pretty hot even then.
Regards, Gerard
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "George Grapman"
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Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2004 3:52 PM
> Subject: Re: Problem Getting Deposit From Smythe Mercedes
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> > Tell them they have 5 business days to get a check to you or you will
> > file a complaint with the DMV. Most DMV offices have an enforcement
> > division. It is usually hidden in the back or upstairs but anyone can
> > direct you there.
> > A number of years ago I made deposit with a Honda dealer with a set
> > date for delivery (the day after the next ship was arriving). Another
> > Honda dealer that I had visited called me to ask if I had made a
> > purchase yet. When I told him the details he said that the next ship was
> > not due until two days after I was supposed to get my car. When i
> > determined this was true and found a better and more immediate deal from
> > this dealer I called the first place to cancel the deal.
> > Promises and excuses followed. the sales rep who sold me my car made
> > the DMV suggestion. Two days after I filed the complaint a refund arrived.
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