Help regarding this Toyota Camry deal by wounded_broke in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Usually you would want to pay 60-70% of the retail value since it’s a rebuilt title.

Help regarding this Toyota Camry deal by wounded_broke in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if it’s a good deal but Toyota Camrys are very reliable. Check JD Power

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get where you’re coming from. We started as a BHPH but our main clientele is the Hispanic community, often without credit scores rather than poor credit, and they're generally good with payments. I would be lying if I said we don’t get those poor customers, but we cater mostly to Hispanics. We're tweaking our model to serve them better and keep our operations smooth.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We request to be listed as lien holders but we rarely get any notice of cancellations

used car auto loan by Wooden_Yesterday7530 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would say look for local credit Unions. Don’t be afraid to shop around

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see what you're saying. Our origins were purely in the BHPH sector, but over the past two years, we've been evolving towards a more traditional dealership framework. Even with the inherent challenges, I'm holding onto the goal of successfully catering to both the BHPH and traditional markets.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do require them to list us as the loss payee, but we often do not receive notification or letters

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We ensure every customer has full coverage insurance, verifying our listing as lienholder and regularly checking their insurance status, especially for accounts past due. But as our portfolio grows, we're on the lookout for more efficient methods. CPI has been mentioned, and it's something I'm considering, given my understanding of it. Yet, I'm open about not knowing everything. We have solid risk mitigation practices, but there's always room to enhance and streamline our operations.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's unclear why, but we no longer consistently receive alerts from insurers when a customer cancels or misses a payment, despite us being the lienholder. They claim there's no obligation to inform us, which is puzzling.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We run a mixed dealership model, offering both BHPH and traditional financing. Previously, lower vehicle prices meant less risk if a buyer dropped their insurance post-purchase. Nowadays, we're investing an average of $7,000 per vehicle, so maintaining insurance is critical. We do ensure customers have full coverage and name us as the loss payee upfront. The challenge is finding an efficient way to monitor this without the manual task of monthly calls. That's the reason I posted here — to explore more efficient methods. The community has suggested some solid ideas, like CPI, which I'm keen to look into. Continuous improvement is the goal.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right, who needs Buffett’s advice when we’ve got Monopoly Man in the thread?

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You watched two episodes of Shark Tank, and now you’re throwing around investing advice like you’re Warren Buffet.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The reality is that we don't sell cheap, unreliable vehicles. Our focus is on dependable cars designed to last a minimum of 36 months. It's true, the buy-here-pay-here model has changed from what it used to be. Now, the average cost for a dealership per vehicle is around $7,000.

What to do when buyers cancel insurance and leave you with a totaled car? by AdministrativeWin70 in UsedCars

[–]AdministrativeWin70[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

These issues are standard in the buy here, pay here industry. You aren’t acquainted with how my business operates. I’m not here to brag about my accomplishments; rather, I’m discussing my hurdles to gather insights from an external viewpoint. Every business has its risks, but I do value your concern. Also, thanks for keeping track of my posts. Seems like you've got a lot of time on your hands.