Why is buying a car so hard/insulting?

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Originally Posted by swils8610

Tesla is currently trying that buying method. The issue is if you have an issue with your new Tesla you have nowhere to bring it for service. That is the issue they are dealing with now. Try buying a pallet of soup from Campbell's...unless your buying multiple truck loads or railcars of it good luck.

I can buy many things, including soup, direct from the factory. I don't need a middle man to jack up prices without adding value to the product.

The manufacturer needs authorized service centers for warranty service. Warranty service. Not a profit center under the middle man's roof.

The dealership service centers are not competitive once the warranty is out and an independent will be more cost effective for the consumer (watchmaker vs RSC, for example). Cars aren't Rolex's, aftermarket parts don't devalue the car, and excellent service can be had by any number of independents.