Hendricks dealers Z06 buyers be aware of the $13K gouging fee
 

I put a $1,000 deposit with Rick Hendrick dealer in Duluth, GA in 2020 and I am #27 on the list.
I have emails that asked in writing before I made my deposit, if there will be any other fees on top of the MSRP. Any fees, dealer fees, packages fees, doc fees, made up fees, etc., the answer was only a $795 dealer doc fee.
Today I got a call from the sales person and then from his manager that said I either agree now on the $13K fee or they will send me my deposit back!
I told them I have it in writing, I sent them the emails, they don't care, they said every Z06 buyer will have to pay that, regardless when they made their deposit.
I wish I did it with another dealer, this is so unprofessional!

I just sent you a PM.

EXACTLY!!!! They told me the same thing. These dealers need to be made aware of their shady business to the public

I think I need the same PM.... I also have a deposit with Hendricks and a signed letter.

Old news. Their original Corvette sales manager, Chris Lindamood, left the dealership shortly after this change was instituted by the Duluth General Manager. I personally believe that the GM forced the change hoping to cause Chris to leave. This is just my personal theory, I don't really have a factual basis for it. Chris is a great salesman who had built Hendrick Duluth into one of the top ten Corvette dealers in the country and was on track to break into the top five. I bought my 2020 from Chris and the transaction was flawless. This change was so stupid and shortsighted. The Corvette community will not forget this. Meanwhile Reggie Stagmaier at Jim Ellis Chevrolet in Atlanta is selling the Z06 at MSRP.

Like many others, I don't particularly like car salesman and consider them a necessary evil that I have to circumvent to get the car that I am trying to purchase. But, dealing with Chris was different. He is a car guy that knows what he is talking about and who would spend time with you to establish a relationship. He will be sorely missed.

So many people are just expecting and accepting dealer markups on this and many other cars that I dont think this will damage their reputation one bit. Just the way it is right now.

The top ten Corvette dealers typically get into the top ten by NOT charging over MSRP regardless of the circumstances. Like Ciocca/Kerbeck, MM and Mike Furman. And, breaking your word for a measly 13K, just stupid.

Not one bit huh? Going back on your word this late into the process is particularly scummy. I guess Rick feels that if he is gonna pay a million plus on the first Z06, we can pony up another $13,000. Good luck with that.

Hi Nitro-C5, got the PM, thank you for your help and offer! I am not sure how to reply to that message with the info I have, the email and all other semi-private info. Maybe I do not have the right privileges to reply to a PM.
But here is the info:
Sales person Justin Cochran, his manager John Moore?
Some of the details from emails:
_______________From: Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Duluth <rickhendrickchevroletduluth@gpc.hendric kauto.com>
Sent: Friday, December 17, 2021, 9:00 AM
To: raduziub
Subject: RE:Re: Re: RE: C8 Z06 dealer tours news & do you still take deposits for the C8 Z06?

Our dealership will be requiring an accessory package with each of our Corvette orders, will include items such as paint protection film, ceramic coating, window tint and a few other items

Total cost for it will likely be ~$13,000

Best,
Justin Cochran
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From: Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Duluth
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2020 3:23 PM
To: raduziub
Subject: RE:RE: RE: RE: Corvette

No worries! We have a dealer administration charge of $749.
Best,

Justin Cochran
Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Duluth
3277 Satellite Blvd
Duluth, GA 30096
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From: raduziub
Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2020 2:49 PM
To: 'Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Duluth' rickhendrickchevroletduluth@gpc.hendrick auto.com
Subject: RE: RE: RE: Corvette

😊 thanks and sorry for all these questions.

Last question before deposit, I promise 😊, outside of taxes, tag fee, etc., what is your dealer fee, doc fee, etc.? Any other package or mark up fees?

Thanks a mil!

Best Regards,

Radu
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We need to make everybody aware of this situation, and hopefully somebody at GM reads these posts and will take actions by lowering their allocation. Over time that will affect their business.
ALSO, VERY IMPORTANT, not sure who moderates and can edit the list of 100 Corvette dealers but I made my decision AFTER I checked the top 100# list that showed Yes or No for dealers that charge MSRP or not. Hendrick dealerships are all still listed as Yes-sells at MSRP.
We need to make the moderator of that list aware to change the status to No, so other buyers do not get fooled.
Not sure who that is.

PurpleLion, I agree 110% with everything you say and I wish I knew better! When I made my deposit in 2020 I could've been on another honest dealer's list and still get a Z06 in about same time frame. I was an early believer that the new Z06 was going to be amazing, way before anything close to official specs and design cues were out.

Might make sense to research Georgia’s unfair trade practices/consumer protection laws and/or consult an attorney. Many such laws, if applicable, have provisions for recovery of treble damages and attorneys fees. Good luck.

That sucks OP..But either pay It or move along...The greedy have smelled blood in the water and more of this will be happening. It's the American Way..

The fastest way to get a change is hit the report button and request a change or Pm the link to any of the Mods listed:thumbs:

Its very simple, pay the filing fee at the court house (normally 50 bucks) and file a breach of contract order. It is the same thing as a small claims case. You dont need an attorney and its a very simple process

I would not have thought Hendrick dealers would do this, I'm kinda shocked..

Except it's not a breach of contract because he never signed a contract. A buyers order , if one was signed, is not binding on the dealer in any way. Get a hold of one and read the back side. They can back out at any time or change the deal structure or whatever they want. They are specifically written in this way to protect dealers.

Wonder where he went, retired?

I'm not, it's all about the $

Why? MacMulkin, arguably the most honest Corvette dealer, tried to do it on C7Zs and only backed off due to the uproar it caused. Virtually EVERYONE will compromise their ethics if the price is right.