I was in the market for a used GL450. This was my first used car buying experience since I had been leasing cars before. Prior to that I had almost pulled the trigger on a few deals. I had to pull back because of "dealer fees" that came up at the last moment which were in excess of $3,000 at times.
Highline Motor Cars is located almost 100 miles away from me so when I saw the truck I wanted on Autotrader I had to check their reviews online. Sure enough there were all pleasant reviews with a few minor exceptions (less than 1%). I called them and spoke to Uncle Sal who assured me the truck was available and they will have it prepped for me the following day.
Upon reaching the dealership, as may reviewers have noted, you will notice that the quality of the cars on their lot is top notch. They showed me the truck and unlike other dealerships the truck was in immaculate condition with no funky smells as it had been detailed. It drove well too and I decided to seal the deal that day.
The pricing on the truck was fair and I could not have asked for anything less, what I was prepared for were those pesky dealer fees. Uncle Sal, to my surprise, was very transparent with his pricing. He explained to me that they only take a fee that was way less than I anticipated and probably the least amount by far I had been quoted by any dealer. At this point I was a happy camper but the financing part is what blew my away.
Uncle Sal ran my credit and he showed me the creditors I could choose from and he asked me how many and which ones would I want to try. Once the results came back he asked me which offer I preferred and after choosing the one I wanted he asked the creditor to reduce the interest rate a bit which they did. You will not find this level of transparency in most dealerships, including new car dealerships.
Uncle Sal also gave me a 30 day warranty on the truck, including a guaranty that the truck will pass emissions, which it did.
Highline Motor Car is by far the best dealership experience I have had by far. I promised Uncle Sal that I will always refer my family and friends to him and I will buy from him only going forward.
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Accident History: 2 Reported Accidents
Number of Previous Owners: 3 Reported Owners
Personal Use Only: No
Usage Type: Corporate Fleet Vehicle
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Description: Used 2013 Toyota Tacoma V6 with AWD/4WD, Tire Pressure Warning, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, 6000lb Towing Capacity, Stability Control. Engine: 6-cylinders Transmission: Automatic Drive Wheel Configuration: four wheel drive 18 Combined MPG (16 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 3TMMU4FNXDM059138 Stock: 059138 Certified Pre-Owned: No