Buying a GT2 RS: My Unfortunate Dealings with Porsche of the Main Line
10-03-2017, 10:19 PM
#31
Race Director
I know **** (Sean) personally, and I am shocked. The first time I met Sean he asked me if I wanted to drive his 458. He is the most genuine guy you are ever going to meet. But there is so much more to this story. Sean is a veteran. I will not go into details, but I will just say that he has made sacrifices, and he deserves to be treated with respect. For Porsche of the Main Line to treat a veteran like this is really outrageous. It's the ultimate insult.
I understand that a mistake may have been made, and I am hopeful that a "good dealer" will fix a serious mistake. But Porsche of the Main Line needs to correct this situation immediately. This is really shocking behavior. I will be contacting PCNA in the morning to see what can be done.
I understand that a mistake may have been made, and I am hopeful that a "good dealer" will fix a serious mistake. But Porsche of the Main Line needs to correct this situation immediately. This is really shocking behavior. I will be contacting PCNA in the morning to see what can be done.
10-03-2017, 10:31 PM
#32
Burning Brakes
I think this type of BS from dealerships needs to go straight to PCNA. I would call them and start making a big stink. If enough people (especially good customers like ****) begin calling PCNA maybe they will start to listen.
Porsche listened to robmypro in regards to the cam follower issue, so obviously they are trying to look out for GT customers. They need to know that dealerships who treat customers like crap need to be dealt with.
Porsche listened to robmypro in regards to the cam follower issue, so obviously they are trying to look out for GT customers. They need to know that dealerships who treat customers like crap need to be dealt with.
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10-03-2017, 10:44 PM
#33
Drifting
I have been a loyal customer of Porsche of the Main Line for 4 years, since I purchased my 2014 Cayenne Turbo S. Before you consider doing business with this Porsche dealer, I recommend that you read my story.
I am a 33 year old USAF veteran. I have had a $1000 deposit with them for a new GT2 RS for 2.5 years. I also traded in a 458 Ferrari 13 months ago (at below market price) and left $102,000 with them to put towards my GT2 RS. Additionally, I have also spec'd and ordered a 991.2 GT3 from them.
I made it absolutely clear that I wanted the car at MSRP when I put my deposit on it over 30 months ago. They told me that Porsche of the Main Line "only sell new cars for MSRP." They also informed me that I was first on the list.
I got the call today from my salesman congratulating me on being first on the list, as long as I was willing to pay $250,000 over MSRP.
I am speechless. Why did I sell them my 458 below market and let them hold onto $102,000 of my money for over a year?
Here is a quote from Robert DiStanislao, the owner of Porsche of the Main Line:
"Having been "tempted to take the quick dime instead of the smart nickel," DiStanislao says automakers are becoming more pragmatic about catering to their best customers."
Unbelievable.
I am a 33 year old USAF veteran. I have had a $1000 deposit with them for a new GT2 RS for 2.5 years. I also traded in a 458 Ferrari 13 months ago (at below market price) and left $102,000 with them to put towards my GT2 RS. Additionally, I have also spec'd and ordered a 991.2 GT3 from them.
I made it absolutely clear that I wanted the car at MSRP when I put my deposit on it over 30 months ago. They told me that Porsche of the Main Line "only sell new cars for MSRP." They also informed me that I was first on the list.
I got the call today from my salesman congratulating me on being first on the list, as long as I was willing to pay $250,000 over MSRP.
I am speechless. Why did I sell them my 458 below market and let them hold onto $102,000 of my money for over a year?
Here is a quote from Robert DiStanislao, the owner of Porsche of the Main Line:
"Having been "tempted to take the quick dime instead of the smart nickel," DiStanislao says automakers are becoming more pragmatic about catering to their best customers."
Unbelievable.
Second glad you posted I had a similar experieence- my 3RS is for sale as a result of GT2RS experience. Luckily I left my deposit on the 488GTO where Ferrari never sells above MSRP - Porsche is a mess I have said it many times they introduce a car with no allocation. After reading it requires special water every 20 minutes I recall my dislike of turbo's.
Last - suggest grabbing your deposit and move on life is too short.
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10-03-2017, 10:55 PM
#34
Rennlist Member
Get a McLaren 720S.
10-03-2017, 11:40 PM
#36
This story sucks and it’s mind boggling how Porsche North America allows this. I’m just getting started with Porsche but am having serious second thoughts if these are the games I’m going to have to play. I’ll stick with my 488 and other cars.
truly terrible and there are just too many other great cars to put up with these ridiculous games.
truly terrible and there are just too many other great cars to put up with these ridiculous games.
10-03-2017, 11:55 PM
#37
10-03-2017, 11:57 PM
#39
I wish I could believe you but there are so many stories like this floating around with dealers pulling this kind of crap. Ridiculous and a serious turn off from the brand.
10-03-2017, 11:58 PM
#40
Then raise the msrp or sell more cars. But its so short sighted to try to make a quick buck instead of keeping long term customers happy.
10-04-2017, 12:10 AM
#41
Pro
"One day we might find an article published in the Harvard Business Review with the following title "How Porsche North America Let Some of Its US Dealers Destroy one of the Most Valuable Brands Ever - A Case Study"... not too different from United or the genius at Best Buy in Houston that tried to make a few extra bucks by selling water with ADM. Imo, PCNA deserves its United moment."
I have 27 p cars over the years and presently have 4.
I think that qualifies for brand loyalty.
My dealer in Greenwich CT . pulled a similar thing on me .
and they still have my deposit .I'm pissed also.
I think we need to start a dealer" Black list " and get it all over these boards.
Lets see if PCNA cares about their reputation especially in the eyes of their best customers.
What do you guys think?
Elliot
I have 27 p cars over the years and presently have 4.
I think that qualifies for brand loyalty.
My dealer in Greenwich CT . pulled a similar thing on me .
and they still have my deposit .I'm pissed also.
I think we need to start a dealer" Black list " and get it all over these boards.
Lets see if PCNA cares about their reputation especially in the eyes of their best customers.
What do you guys think?
Elliot
The whole dealership model is so outdated. PCNA needs to do something about this fast. Tesla's model of selling their own cars has technically destroyed the traditional model of car buying. There was a time when middle men were needed to secure allocations etc - at a time when there was tons of inefficiency in the marketplace.
Today - you take money, get car at MSRP etc (just like walking to apple store to buy a phone) not way over with some complicated deals where the buyer will always lose etc.
Stupid dealer greed will destroy the brand. PCNA needs to delist the dealership from their network if crap like this reported.
10-04-2017, 12:12 AM
#42
How do you report stuff like this? I mean, if the people here on this thread dont do it, who will? Im happy to start a email campaign- at the very least- point the people to this thread at PCNA.
10-04-2017, 01:30 AM
#44
Rennlist Member
Originally Posted by Yippiekiaye
How do you report stuff like this? I mean, if the people here on this thread dont do it, who will? Im happy to start a email campaign- at the very least- point the people to this thread at PCNA.
They want to lease as many Macan Ss and Cs as possible, and as long dealers continue to do so, all is good.
10-04-2017, 02:01 AM
#45
I see both sides of the argument. One way to look at it is the free market is doing its job. It's correcting a pricing imbalance caused by limited supply addressing a large market. Either Porsche regulates the pricing of their cars through their dealer network, or these things will happen, no matter how unfortunate it is.
In regards to Porsche of the Main Line, my 991.2 GT3 which I currently have on order is the 4th of 5th car I purchase from them. They've been honorable in our dealings to date, and have made good on their commitments. I bought my first GT3 at sticker (991.1), and my second one is a sticker as well (991.2). That being said, I don't flip my cars, and I buy other Porsches from them as well. I believe the overall relationship plays a factor.
In regards to Porsche of the Main Line, my 991.2 GT3 which I currently have on order is the 4th of 5th car I purchase from them. They've been honorable in our dealings to date, and have made good on their commitments. I bought my first GT3 at sticker (991.1), and my second one is a sticker as well (991.2). That being said, I don't flip my cars, and I buy other Porsches from them as well. I believe the overall relationship plays a factor.