Dealer Games
6th Gear
Joined: Dec 2025
Posts: 6
Likes: 5
Did you ever do the math buying a car and notice the dealer's numbers would be 2-3 dollars a month more than what you expect? I ran the math with the finance guy and his "dealer" software was off by 3 dollars. I told him to run the math outside his software and my numbers were right. He had no explanation. I believe dealers tweek their software to make a few dollars extra a month on every financed deal. $3 time 72 month is an extra $216 for them. They know the average person is excited about getting their new cars and don't fight the
Only $3 dollar". I did and they lowered my payment by $3 a month.
Only $3 dollar". I did and they lowered my payment by $3 a month.
Last edited by LexusMark2025; Dec 30, 2025 at 05:40 AM.
Lexus Champion
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 11,404
Likes: 1,639
From: FL
Did you ever do the math buying a car and notice the dealer's numbers would be 2-3 dollars a month more than what you expect? I ran the math with the finance guy and his "dealer" software was off by 3 dollars. I told him to run the math outside his software and my numbers were right. He had no explanation. I believe dealers tweek their software to make a few dollars extra a month on every financed deal. $3 time 72 month is an extra $216 for them. They know the average person is excited about getting their new cars and don't fight the
Only $3 dollar". I did and they lowered my payment by $3 a month.
Only $3 dollar". I did and they lowered my payment by $3 a month.
Convenient it's in the dealer's favor.
Last edited by Margate330; Dec 30, 2025 at 05:46 AM.
6th Gear
Joined: Dec 2025
Posts: 6
Likes: 5
The fiance guy just stated the "software is always right"....lol And I said well, its obviously wrong. I think they knew I caught them and the GM said, just take the $3 dollars off the payment.
Pole Position
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 3,282
Likes: 207
From: New York
when I ordered my LC I said NO ADD ONS...so I go to pick up car 4 mos. later and sit down w salesman and they added items by "mistake" and I flatly refused and was ready to walk./..in actuallity I got the ceramic coating at no charge and all the other addons somehow disappeared.
Lexus Champion
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 11,404
Likes: 1,639
From: FL
Our MDX had dealer installed window etching and nitrogen for like $600+. I refused to pay for those and the salesperson took it off the invoice. Of course, the reprinted invoice still had it and I had them do it again. Then, the salesperson blames the finance guy for not taking it off the invoice..
Spoiler
Lexus Champion
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 11,404
Likes: 1,639
From: FL
ClubLexus Stories
Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe
Lexus NX 350h: A Fuel-Sipping Secret Hot Hatch???
Michael S. Palmer
5 Best & 5 Worst Lexus Daily Drivers
Joe Kucinski
Top 5 Hottest Lexus & Toyotas in 2026 (Hardest To Buy)
Brett Foote
2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport Review: The Last of Its Kind Still Rocks
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Confusing Things Lexus Has Ever Done!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Lexus ES Review: Lexus Re-Embraces Founding Principles
Michael S. Palmer
10 Lexus Bargains That are Cheaper Than a New Toyota RAV4
Joe Kucinski
8 Weirdest Things Lexus Has Ever Built
Verdad Gallardo
10 Lexus Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Lexus Champion
Joined: Oct 2019
Posts: 18,612
Likes: 1,852
From: Ohio
Less distortion, better resistance to chromatic aberration, better lamination that resists peeling/staining, better edge dot pattern and tinting, better acoustic performance, always correct rain sensor and camera performance, better fit and sealing, and often it's the only way to get UV reflective and rain repellent tech.
It's to the point that on a high end car non-OE glass is a straight deal breaker for me.
Oh and to make a joke about "nitrogen filled tires" I only fill with pure argon lol!
Pole Position
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 3,282
Likes: 207
From: New York
Glass etching for cars primarily refers to VIN etching, permanently engraving the Vehicle Identification Number on windows to deter theft by making parts harder to sell, though it's often an expensive add-on from dealerships with mixed insurance benefits, and can be done yourself with kits for a much lower cost. The process uses stencils and etching cream or lasers to create a frosted look on all windows, making them traceable and less valuable to thieves.
What it is & Why it's done:
What it is & Why it's done:
- Theft Deterrent: Makes it difficult for thieves to resell stolen windows or parts, as the VIN links them to the original vehicle.
- Recovery Aid: Helps police identify and return stolen vehicles.
- Permanent Mark: Unlike VIN plates, etched glass can't be easily removed.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post