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Originally Posted by Lynn
If it was a car I really wanted, that would not deter me for even a second. Actually, maybe 10 seconds it would take to figure my final cost when bidding. I would just lower my bid accordingly. What difference does it make if I pay $25k for the car WITH the surcharge or pay $25k for the car without? My wallet isn't affected.
I just bought some things on the Gov. Surplus site. Some of the schools or municipalities have a surcharge built in; some don't. This one did, but I adjusted my bid accordingly and still won. It is only a factor if you don't read the fine print.
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Your wallet may not be affected but your garage will be because usually the car won't be in it.
I try to do the same thing you do. I base my bid on the value of the car minus transportation, 7% sale tax and buyer fees. That leaves me 20% +/- below market value on my bid.
In my experience, the final buyers pay market price plus fees.
I'd much rather buy straight from a real owner (not shady dealers, scammer or flippers).