US dealerships are refusing to sell to Canadians - Page 2

Navendra94 · 01-29-2013, 11:18 AM

Threaten to put Syrup in their Turbo's. That'll shake 'em, eh? Then they'll realize you're not their friend, guy. And that they're not your guy, buddy.

( Sorry, I just watched the "Canada on Strike" episode of South Park >_> )

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Haggerty · 01-29-2013, 01:05 PM

When picking up my Harley in Niagara Falls the dealer told me they arent allowed to sell to Canadians anymore as well. I believe he said it had something to do with the Canadian Harley dealers complaining to the US Harley Corporate.
I am US Military stationed in Canada so it didnt apply to me, I was still registering it in the states.

dhlee528 · 01-29-2013, 01:08 PM

I think Renton, WA Subaru still sells cars to Canadians

http://www.rentonsubaru.com/canadian-buyers-guide.htm

Bluefoton · 01-29-2013, 01:23 PM

Damn it. SOC is ripping us off, and SOA made an issue out of a statistically insigificant amount of transactions. I don't even think it's a warranty issue, as the rules were clearly stated that Canadian buyers of US vehicles would pay for the repairs done in Canada, and then submit the bills to SOA. Not to mention that the price difference exceeds by far any amount of usual warranty repairs.

It's curious though that a purchase of goods can be legally blocked based on the geographical location of the customer's primary residence

What about these dudes?
http://www.billmcbridesubaru.com/canadian-customers.htm
http://www.donksubaru.com/canadian-buyers.htm

vision.dynamix · 01-29-2013, 01:29 PM

Businesses have the right to refuse to deal with anyone for any reason as long as its not because of race, swx,sexual orientation, religion and a couple other things.

pauli133 · 01-29-2013, 01:48 PM

Canadianism is a race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, and several other things besides.

Bluefoton · 01-29-2013, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vision.dynamix

Businesses have the right to refuse to deal with anyone for any reason as long as its not because of race, swx,sexual orientation, religion and national origin

... although that isn't necessarily correlated with place of residence.

Blah.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/reportsfromab.../20071207.html

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa...ranchises.html

http://www.cbc.ca/news/story/2007/08...car070831.html

Mr Wrex · 01-29-2013, 02:13 PM

If they refuse to sell you a car, stuff your canadian bacon down their throats. If ya know what I'm saying..

Matty_C · 01-29-2013, 02:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by likeawind

US dealerships are refusing to sell to Canadians, i have tried numerous Subaru dealerships to sell a brand new Wrx to me but so far no success. As soon as i tell them that i'm from Canada they inform me that they cant sell a new Subaru to me. SOA stop this unethical policy against the Canadian buyers. Please let me know if you know a dealership who would sell a new wrx to me. Thanks

I work for a Harley dealer in Seattle and know that we are unable to sell new bikes to Canadian buyers because of trade agreements. If a dealer is caught violating this policy even one time they risk losing their franchise from Harley and will be shut down permanently. It's the same for most car dealers as well. Some dealers have tried getting passed this policy by selling a new vehicle to an employee and said employee will "trade in" that car immediately thereby becoming a used vehicle with no miles. A dealer who had been in business for over 30 years was caught doing this and lost its franchise closing its doors forever. From a dealer standpoint the risk is too heavy to sell even one new vehicle to a Canadian buyer. Canadian buyers can purchase any used vehicle but unfortunately nothing new.

I know it is an unfortunate policy from a Canadian buyer standpoint, but hopefully this helps explain why a US dealer is unable to sell you a new car.

likeawind · 01-29-2013, 04:25 PM

Tried the dealerships in Miami and was told the same thing. No worries I'll just buy a used wrx instead of instead of spending thousands more at a steelership.

Chandy69 · 01-29-2013, 04:40 PM

dude if you want to buy it with my address your welcome too!

2nd i have a dealers license here in miami I dont mind buying it if you got the $$ we can chat via skype/cell/text

chandy70@gmail.com

likeawind · 01-29-2013, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chandy69

dude if you want to buy it with my address your welcome too!

2nd i have a dealers license here in miami I dont mind buying it if you got the $$ we can chat via skype/cell/text

chandy70@gmail.com

Thanks for the offer, I believe I will have to pay Florida tax if I use your address. I have family all over US but unfortunately none of them lives in a State where there is no tax.

Jack ffr1846 · 01-29-2013, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haggerty

I am US Military stationed in Canada so it didnt apply to me, I was still registering it in the states.

What?

Are we invading Canada?

vision.dynamix · 01-29-2013, 07:22 PM

Gross. We dont want Canada.

likeawind · 01-29-2013, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vision.dynamix

Gross. We dont want Canada.

Sorry we don't want your gun violence.

vision.dynamix · 01-29-2013, 07:32 PM

nmlittlebigman · 01-29-2013, 07:41 PM

Simple! Knock up your wife. Drive across the border and have baby in the U.S., preferably in Montana, New Hampshire or Oregon (no sales tax on vehicles).....Oh wait that only works for free healthcare and food stamps.... Carry On

Haggerty · 01-29-2013, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack ffr1846

What?

Are we invading Canada?

We have had Air Force personel at this base for over 65 years. Its part of the NORAD network, keeping an eye on North American air traffic.

happs subi · 01-29-2013, 08:28 PM

Can you just order a base wrx?

Hondaslayer · 01-29-2013, 08:34 PM

Ah yes, blame SOA when it was SCI (Subaru Canada Incorporated, not SOC) that threw a hissy fit when SOA was taking their sales. Do you really think that SOA does not want the sales? Think about it....... BTW this is nothing new, IIRC it goes back to 08 (give or take)

Jack ffr1846 · 01-29-2013, 09:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haggerty

We have had Air Force personel at this base for over 65 years. Its part of the NORAD network, keeping an eye on North American air traffic.

I did not know that. So the Canadians know we're there and are cool with it, I guess.

(not a serious question)

TrickNipple · 01-29-2013, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hondaslayer

Ah yes, blame SOA when it was SCI (Subaru Canada Incorporated, not SOC) that threw a hissy fit when SOA was taking their sales. Do you really think that SOA does not want the sales? Think about it....... BTW this is nothing new, IIRC it goes back to 08 (give or take)

I blame you!

Haggerty · 01-29-2013, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack ffr1846

I did not know that. So the Canadians know we're there and are cool with it, I guess.

(not a serious question)

Actually much of the city doesnt even know we are there, yet alone been there that long

likeawind · 01-29-2013, 10:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hondaslayer

Ah yes, blame SOA when it was SCI (Subaru Canada Incorporated, not SOC) that threw a hissy fit when SOA was taking their sales. Do you really think that SOA does not want the sales? Think about it....... BTW this is nothing new, IIRC it goes back to 08 (give or take)

If SCI is responsible for this than I'd blame them.

likeawind · 01-29-2013, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haggerty

Actually much of the city doesnt even know we are there, yet alone been there that long

Isn't that a joint effort?

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01-29-2013, 11:18 AM	#26
Navendra94 Scooby Specialist Member#: 327495 Join Date: Jul 2012 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Ozone Park, Queens, New York Vehicle: 2012 Impreza WRX 5DR Plasma Blue	Threaten to put Syrup in their Turbo's. That'll shake 'em, eh? Then they'll realize you're not their friend, guy. And that they're not your guy, buddy. ( Sorry, I just watched the "Canada on Strike" episode of South Park >_> ) * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

01-29-2013, 01:05 PM	#27
Haggerty Scooby Newbie Member#: 344918 Join Date: Jan 2013 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: North Bay, ON /San Antonio, TX Vehicle: 2007 WRX TR White	When picking up my Harley in Niagara Falls the dealer told me they arent allowed to sell to Canadians anymore as well. I believe he said it had something to do with the Canadian Harley dealers complaining to the US Harley Corporate. I am US Military stationed in Canada so it didnt apply to me, I was still registering it in the states.

01-29-2013, 01:08 PM	#28
dhlee528 Scooby Newbie Member#: 337395 Join Date: Nov 2012 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Olympia, WA Vehicle: 2013 Impreza SP 5MT ISM	I think Renton, WA Subaru still sells cars to Canadians http://www.rentonsubaru.com/canadian-buyers-guide.htm

01-29-2013, 01:23 PM	#29
Bluefoton Scooby Specialist Member#: 141373 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: E. Canada Location: Quebec, QC Vehicle: 2008 2.5i-hatch - now with a HID retrofit	Damn it. SOC is ripping us off, and SOA made an issue out of a statistically insigificant amount of transactions. I don't even think it's a warranty issue, as the rules were clearly stated that Canadian buyers of US vehicles would pay for the repairs done in Canada, and then submit the bills to SOA. Not to mention that the price difference exceeds by far any amount of usual warranty repairs. It's curious though that a purchase of goods can be legally blocked based on the geographical location of the customer's primary residence What about these dudes? http://www.billmcbridesubaru.com/canadian-customers.htm http://www.donksubaru.com/canadian-buyers.htm

01-29-2013, 01:29 PM	#30
vision.dynamix NASIOC Supporter Member#: 139955 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: #BostonStrong Vehicle: # OneBoston	Businesses have the right to refuse to deal with anyone for any reason as long as its not because of race, swx,sexual orientation, religion and a couple other things.

01-29-2013, 01:48 PM	#31
pauli133 NASIOC Supporter Member#: 233261 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Herndon, VA, USA Vehicle: 2005 Outback XT Silver	Canadianism is a race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, and several other things besides.

01-29-2013, 02:13 PM	#33
Mr Wrex Scooby Specialist Member#: 332887 Join Date: Sep 2012 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Vehicle: 2012 WRX stage 2+ DGM (sedan)	If they refuse to sell you a car, stuff your canadian bacon down their throats. If ya know what I'm saying..

01-29-2013, 04:25 PM	#35
likeawind Scooby Newbie Member#: 238303 Join Date: Feb 2010 Chapter/Region: W. Canada Location: Calgary, Alberta Vehicle: 2007 WRX WRB	Tried the dealerships in Miami and was told the same thing. No worries I'll just buy a used wrx instead of instead of spending thousands more at a steelership.

01-29-2013, 04:40 PM	#36
Chandy69 NASIOC Supporter Member#: 16087 Join Date: Mar 2002 Chapter/Region: South East Location: Greater Miami Area Vehicle: 02 WRX Back seat with your mom	dude if you want to buy it with my address your welcome too! 2nd i have a dealers license here in miami I dont mind buying it if you got the $$ we can chat via skype/cell/text chandy70@gmail.com

01-29-2013, 07:22 PM	#39
vision.dynamix NASIOC Supporter Member#: 139955 Join Date: Feb 2007 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: #BostonStrong Vehicle: # OneBoston	Gross. We dont want Canada.

01-29-2013, 07:32 PM	#41
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01-29-2013, 07:41 PM	#42
nmlittlebigman Scooby Specialist Member#: 321409 Join Date: May 2012 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: Arrey, NM Vehicle: 2011 WRX STi Sedan WRB Stage II T.P. tuned	Simple! Knock up your wife. Drive across the border and have baby in the U.S., preferably in Montana, New Hampshire or Oregon (no sales tax on vehicles).....Oh wait that only works for free healthcare and food stamps.... Carry On

01-29-2013, 08:28 PM	#44
happs subi Scooby Specialist Member#: 200288 Join Date: Jan 2009 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: East Bay Area, CA Vehicle: 2002 Impreza WRX World Rally Blue	Can you just order a base wrx?

01-29-2013, 08:34 PM	#45
Hondaslayer Brain Stew Moderator Member#: 4562 Join Date: Feb 2001 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Auburn, WA Vehicle: 1998 Forester,lifted 1975 VW Westfalia tin top	Ah yes, blame SOA when it was SCI (Subaru Canada Incorporated, not SOC) that threw a hissy fit when SOA was taking their sales. Do you really think that SOA does not want the sales? Think about it....... BTW this is nothing new, IIRC it goes back to 08 (give or take)