Car Dealerships Demand Contract Renegotiation After Vehicle Delivery
CarMax customers who complete all purchase steps and take delivery of a vehicle are subsequently pressured to return and sign new contracts under different terms, often with no written explanation provided. The dealership controls all communication with the lender, leaving buyers unable to verify claims independently. Once possession has transferred, buyers have limited legal leverage.
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