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03-09-2011, 02:17 PM | #16 | |
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03-10-2011, 07:50 AM | #17 | |
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Chrysler spent millions and hired the best bankruptcy lawyers money could buy and yet they failed to capitalize on their "once in a lifetime" opportunity and re-write their existing dealer agreements with the NEWCO dealers. To be clear, this is a pro-dealer website and I'm happy Chrysler didn't force their NEWCO dealers into signing a more restrictive dealer agreement. My bet is Chrysler already regrets missing their opportunity and they'll find their future efforts to force dealer consolidation will be challenged by state franchise laws. |
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03-10-2011, 09:26 AM | #18 | |
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We all know of countless examples where Chrysler merged two stores selling 100 new/month and ended up with one store that sold 150. In fact, I'd be hard pressed to find any examples where Project 2000 or Project Genesis actually resulted in an increase in Chrysler's overall sales in a market. In the case of Towbin Dodge, as I recall the dealership is mostly landlocked and it would be hard to expand. The sales Towbin would gain from having Chrysler/Jeep would likely be offset by the Dodge deals they lose because they no longer have the same depth of inventory. |
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03-10-2011, 06:26 PM | #19 |
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Columbus , Ohio (Got this via an email from Byers Chrysler about Service Coupons)
Byers Chrysler Jeep just award (02/2011) Dodge and Ram point from across the street a Spitzer point, that was closed during the BK process. Byers once had a Dodge dealership in Dublin, Ohio it was closed during Bk and award the the Chrysler Jeep Mercedes Kia Maybach Dealership about 3 miles down the road during the Fall of 2009. |
03-11-2011, 08:50 AM | #20 | |
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Shortly after emerging from bankruptcy Landry made it clear to the dealers who wanted to add a missing franchise that Chrysler would require a Millennium II facility commitment. I wonder if Auburn Hills has backed away from that requirement? |
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05-19-2011, 08:57 AM | #21 | |
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2 years later we are now in the process of getting factory approvals for the new building... what a nightmare. both manufacturers flexing their muscles to the max, demand after demand. there is willingness and ability... this is one thing they dont understand. in a small rural market the "taj mahal" isnt going to do anyone any favors and leave the wrong impression with the rural buyers... let alone the ability to do so. i want to take a picture of the store now (30 years old, sad sight really) and the plans of the new store and say "take your pick, this one or that one... unless you're thinking of flipping the bill" anyone got any help for going through this approval process? spose a new thread might make sense. kinda rambled and didnt proof read... |
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05-19-2011, 09:34 AM | #22 | |
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When I lived in Western Washington there was a Ford Dealer who build a HUGE facility next to the highway in a rural market. The neighboring dealers started to advertise "Lower overhead = Lower prices" and the message seemed to resonate with rural buyers. In the case of the Ford Dealer I'm convinced the new facility was more of a detriment than a benefit. I'll send you a PM - I know one of our members has been working to get three OEMs to sign-off on his new facility. I'm sure he can relate to your frustrations and may have some helpful information. |
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05-19-2011, 10:30 AM | #23 |
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Give me a call, in the middle of a renovation for our Ford, Chevrolet, Chrysler Dodge Jeep franchises. Maybe I can help. Jeff Duvall cell 706-490-1186 |
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05-20-2011, 09:38 AM | #25 | |
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Same luck with motorcycle dealerships. I was good for 3 to 4 motorcycles or ATVs every year. I always had to ask to buy one, usually would break up a personal conversation between employees to get their attention. |
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05-20-2011, 09:53 AM | #26 |
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I am now a Yamaha/Kawasaki dealer and I GUARANTEE if you walk into my store I will ask you to buy!!!!!! Hell I may insist. Last edited by steve_biegler; 05-20-2011 at 10:00 AM. |
05-20-2011, 10:06 AM | #27 |
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Sell It........What do your state franchise laws say? I know I built a new building for my Jeep store and never even sent them a copy of the blueprint. Our law says as long as you are in the same county and improving the location/facility no approval was necessary. BOY DID THAT PISS THEM OFF!
I know with the BK lots has changed, but its worth checking out. Your state dealer assn should be some help. GOOD LUCK! Don't let the pricks push you around! |
05-21-2011, 07:27 AM | #28 |
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thanks guys...
jeff... i'll be giving you a call for sure, where are you at? good point looking into the state franchise laws... just getting into the approval process now so now is the time to stand the ground. thanks again guys... keep it coming... |
05-21-2011, 12:10 PM | #29 |
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05-25-2011, 09:40 AM | #30 |
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Has Chrysler officially backed off Project Genesis?
Has anyone heard anything official that Chrysler's backed off completing Project Genesis by the end of the year or has the whole topic just gone silent?
In some ways it may be a conversation that neither the dealers nor the factory wants to have. From the dealer standpoint Project Genesis means more closing and a new set of winners and losers. From Chrysler's standpoint they may not want to engage in a number of battles they may not be able to win - my bet is State Franchise laws will tie their hands. |
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