What is the difference between buying a car from an out-of-town 4S dealership and a local one?
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Here are the differences between buying a car from an out-of-town 4S dealership and a local one: 1. Price: Auto trade shops may choose to source vehicles from other regions because the prices there are cheaper, and some brands have regional protection policies for vehicle sales. 2. Dealer Profit: Dealers offer different discounts for local and out-of-town car purchases, allowing consumers to enjoy more affordable prices while enabling the dealership to earn higher profits. 3. Policy Impact: Car purchase procedures may be affected by local policies, with some impacts potentially involving the duration and timeline of the process.
Last year when I was considering buying a new car, I specifically compared the differences between local and out-of-town 4S dealerships. Purchasing from out-of-town can indeed save some money, especially in less competitive big cities where they often promote special offers to attract customers. However, there are also many hassles, such as having to take high-speed trains or drive back and forth, which not only consumes time and energy but also means transportation costs and the small probability of car issues might outweigh the savings. If you discover defects during the vehicle inspection at pickup, it would be difficult to seek recourse after returning. Although local 4S dealerships are a few hundred dollars more expensive, the service is worry-free, with maintenance just a walk away, and any issues can be resolved by simply heading straight there. I think when calculating the total cost, unless the price difference exceeds ten thousand, buying locally is more cost-effective. Especially now with the rise of new energy vehicles, maintenance relies more on local support.
