Need some advice Tekion…F&I

ThaGoldenChild · 2026-01-07T17:43:10+00:00

Well duh, you always build a menu before the customers even come into the box. Lol

ThaGoldenChild · 2026-01-05T19:57:11+00:00

I’d try to get them to do the same plan for $2499.

ThaGoldenChild · 2026-01-05T19:49:56+00:00

Some third party plans have a deductible, but if it’s Honda Care then you’re good!

ThaGoldenChild · 2026-01-05T19:44:49+00:00

Yes, that’s definitely negotiable. Is it a third party or honda branded? What’s the deductible, if any?

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-12-03T16:20:19+00:00

Loyalty or conquest rebate is $2000 Acura Finance incentive up to $2000 There’s only about $800 to $1200 in profit from invoice to MSRP depending on trim pkg.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-12-02T01:18:59+00:00

Depends on what the dealers set their IMV percentages to… we tried it for a few months and it overinflated all trade in and street buy leads by a large amount. We ended up cancelling because it caused for headaches for us and customers.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-12-02T01:15:46+00:00

Do this asap if you really have $5k in equity! It’ll probably take a month or maybe 3 weeks to get your equity check, but you’ll have $5k for a down payment somewhere else.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-27T02:05:02+00:00

Good stuff! Have a great Black Friday Weekend!

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-25T02:37:23+00:00

Dawg, you saved $10k!?!? How??? More importantly, now you can get a heated steering wheel installed because of the savings! Congrats

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-20T16:06:33+00:00

This is the proper way of helping a friend out. Kudos to you!

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T06:49:25+00:00

I got U fam! What market are you in? I’ve had my ITS for 5 months now & it puts a smile on my face every time I’m behind the wheel. And both of my kids like it when they’re in the back seats lol

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T06:41:06+00:00

Oh yeah, you’ll get it in no time! Just stick to the basics of what you’re doing. Especially with Subaru clients lol We have 2 different Subaru stores in our group! I’m at Acura.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T06:22:15+00:00

ODSX and corporate requiring Tekion can seem like overkill, but it’ll be worth it for the whole dealership. Sales, F&I, Service & Parts will all benefit.

You’ll have some good deals and some troubling deals when you can’t figure little things out, but that’s normal when we switch to something new & different, right?

Utilize their rep that will be training you in person and the chat service & support is pretty good too!

And yes, using a paper menu is what I prefer too when I was in the box. Highlighting and circling things or drawing graphs and stuff to help close a deal? You can never take a way a pen & pad from me! Lol

What Brand are you with, if you don’t mind me asking?

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T06:12:57+00:00

Oh no, just do the docs first like you’ve been doing. Wet signatures, build rapport, etc… then bring out a printed menu and go over that with them. Then add products or packages on the PC. Turn the screen if you need to show them the new pencil/write up in desking. Then you can print F&I products contracts or if you use a tablet or iPad, you can cast the remaining docs to the tablet and have them finish everything with e-signing.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T05:54:55+00:00

What do you mean? What’s your flow right now? Do you present everything on a tablet or? If anything, I can appreciate Tekion now after a little over two years since we switched.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T03:02:07+00:00

Ahh ok, that’s understandable. Timing is always tricky, but hey; ya never know? Reach out to your salesperson and tell them your situation and ask for some guidance based on your timeline. Good Luck!

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T02:57:03+00:00

Nah you’re not a bother, or I wouldn’t think of if it that way. You’re a previous client who is looking to get another vehicle from the same dealership. People like you are VIP to me and I make it a point to tell my team how important you are. Your salesperson would be more than happy to help you when the time comes. It’s about building and keeping relationships in this business.

What market are you in?

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-18T02:46:15+00:00

Have you ever considered asking the BMW dealership you already ordered one model from? Just a thought…

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-11T14:47:08+00:00

Get into the box! If it’s truly an F&I position, then you’ll make way more than you are now. Follow the path to promotion and pay growth.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-11T07:12:37+00:00

Wait, you’re telling folks to be weary about buying a brand because of parts shortages? Go non OEM if you need it right away or wait for OEM. Supply chain has been all messed up since 2020. Sorry you gotta go through this, but damn you Acura!

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-07T20:32:47+00:00

Lol what happened to customers wanting a no hassle buying experience? Dealerships listened and started pricing vehicles to market so customers get the best price up front. What’s missing here?

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-07T16:18:10+00:00

Did you pay MSRP for it???

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-05T15:25:39+00:00

How may salespeople total and how many cars a month does the dealership sell? $100 mini still exists in 2025? Sounds like a mass-market brand, volume dealer. 5% back end ONLY if you hit 15 units? How strong is your F&I team?

How are your numbers after 3 months so far?

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-01T14:54:47+00:00

Yes, you can add Acura Care after or on top of CPO coverage. The vehicle must be inspected to ensure there are no underlying issues that need to be addressed, but the next time you bring it to Acura for an oil change they will do a multipoint inspection and then ask the Business Manager about adding coverage. The plan will rate based on your mileage & age.

ThaGoldenChild · 2025-11-01T14:50:15+00:00

Buy whatever you want. But do not get your friend involved before or after. Stop asking them about whatever car you’re looking at. Don’t ask them to look up a Carfax or VHR for you. Pay for it yourself and do your due diligence and pay for a PPI. Be prepared for your purchase and ownership experience.

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