CarMax Written Quote Not Honored at Appointment
A customer received a written CarMax purchase quote via email but was turned away at their scheduled appointment because CarMax refused to buy VW-financed vehicles. The customer wasted time off work and received no prior warning. The issue reflects poor disclosure of financing restrictions at dealerships.
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