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Can they charge me for dealer prep on a used car?
Yes, but it's still junk. Used cars need reconditioning (detailing, minor repairs), but that's a cost of doing business—not something they should charge you separately. Push back: "Dealer prep is included in the asking price. Remove the fee or reduce the car price."
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What Our Customers Say
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I had a great experience working with Sean at Vantage Auto Group. I wasn’t really looking forward to going through the car-buying process, but Sean made it incredibly easy. He found the exact car I wanted, got me a great deal, and had it delivered right to my driveway, without ever having to deal with a dealership. There was no pressure, no pushing, and no feeling that anyone was trying to take advantage. Everything was smooth, straightforward, and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone who wants the car-buying experience to be easy and hassle-free.
I had a great experience working with Sean at Vantage Auto Group. I wasn’t really looking forward to going through the car-buying process, but Sean made it incredibly easy. He found the exact car I wanted, got me a great deal, and had it delivered right to my driveway, without ever having to deal with a dealership. There was no pressure, no pushing, and no feeling that anyone was trying to take advantage. Everything was smooth, straightforward, and stress-free. I would absolutely recommend Vantage Auto Group to anyone who wants the car-buying experience to be easy and hassle-free.
Neetu A
Great experience from start to finish with the team. Made the process very easy and worked with us through the whole process, answering any and all questions. And actually returned all phone calls and texts. Ended up with the car we wanted at the price we wanted.
Great experience from start to finish with the team. Made the process very easy and worked with us through the whole process, answering any and all questions. And actually returned all phone calls and texts. Ended up with the car we wanted at the price we wanted.
Jeremy Golden
Vantage made the leasing process so easy and worked closely with us to get my wife the exact car she wanted!! We were thrilled with the customer service from Jess and David, and love the car!!
Vantage made the leasing process so easy and worked closely with us to get my wife the exact car she wanted!! We were thrilled with the customer service from Jess and David, and love the car!!
Ari Shenkman
My experience with Vantage has truly been exceptional. The group’s streamlined purchasing process and attention to personal needs is highly commendable. I will surely be taking advantage of their services again.
My experience with Vantage has truly been exceptional. The group’s streamlined purchasing process and attention to personal needs is highly commendable. I will surely be taking advantage of their services again.
Debra Sullivan
Sean was amazing to work with! Getting a new car was so quick and easy. I never thought it would be so painless. I am thrilled with my new car and it's all thanks to Sean!
Sean was amazing to work with! Getting a new car was so quick and easy. I never thought it would be so painless. I am thrilled with my new car and it's all thanks to Sean!
Sara Lombardo
Lisa Salzberg
Very smooth process and car was delivered on time and the driver and sales rep were very nice and easy to work with!
Very smooth process and car was delivered on time and the driver and sales rep were very nice and easy to work with!
David Tingle
Sarah was great! She really helped us get into the exact car we were looking for. I was shocked how fast and seamless the whole process went. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a new car.
Sarah was great! She really helped us get into the exact car we were looking for. I was shocked how fast and seamless the whole process went. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a new car.
Jeff Freitag
After 30 years of car buying this has been the best experience I’ve had. Sean has been helpful, resourceful and easy to work with. I’ll never go back to the archaic dealership process again.
After 30 years of car buying this has been the best experience I’ve had. Sean has been helpful, resourceful and easy to work with. I’ll never go back to the archaic dealership process again.
Jeremy Scheinker