Blasius Pre-Owned Auto

Beware of Shady Business Practices I recently had a very disappointing experience with Blasius of Middletown, and I feel compelled to warn others about their shady business practices. We agreed on a pric disappointing experience with Blasius of Middletown, and I feel compelled to warn others about their shady business practices. We agreed on a price for a vehicle, and after running hard credit checks and receiving approval for the purchase, I thought everything was settled. However, to my dismay, Blasius added over $1,300 in unnecessary fees at the last minute. These fees included charges for a redundant GPS tracker, which the RAM vehicle already had installed, and a $399 fee for an add-on to make the brake lights flash three times when the brakes are applied--a feature that costs only $25 on Amazon. Redundant GPS Tracker One of the most egregious charges was for a GPS tracker. This charge was completely redundant because RAM vehicles equipped with the Uconnect system already come with a built-in GPS feature. Uconnect provides comprehensive navigation and location services, making any additional GPS tracker unnecessary and an obvious attempt to charge customers for something they do not need. Brake Light Flasher Additionally, Blasius charged $399 for a brake light flasher that causes the brake lights to flash three times when the brakes are applied. This device is available on Amazon for just $25. Charging such an exorbitant amount for this simple add-on is not only unfair but also indicative of their exploitative practices. This behavior is exactly what the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) new Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule aims to prevent. The CARS Rule, effective July 30, 2024, prohibits deceptive practices like bait-and-switch tactics and hidden fees. Under this rule, auto dealers must clearly disclose all costs and obtain informed consent from consumers for any add-ons. Violating this rule can result in significant penalties, including civil penalties of up to $50,120 per violation. For more information on the CARS Rule and your rights as a consumer, you can visit the FTC's official announcement here. Blasius of Middletown clearly disregards these principles of transparency and fairness. I strongly advise anyone considering doing business with them to be extremely cautious and to scrutinize all charges closely. Don't fall victim to their deceptive tactics like I did. #BlasiusOfMiddletown #CarBuying #ConsumerProtection #FTCRules #AutoScams #HiddenFees More

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After another dealership played games with me because I had my own financing, Blasius came through and delivered with transparency. I love my 2020 Honda Pilot and Jerry my salesman, was absolutely amazing had my own financing, Blasius came through and delivered with transparency. I love my 2020 Honda Pilot and Jerry my salesman, was absolutely amazing from start to finish. He delivered on everything he said and so far I have had absolutely no issues. Not to mention Ed in finance who was wonderful as well. I would recommend friends and family to this dealership. They made everything easy and stress free. Highly recommend! More

Very pleased! First time buyer experience was terrific! I was well informed. Not pressured in any way. They walked me through this and were very helpful and courte First time buyer experience was terrific! I was well informed. Not pressured in any way. They walked me through this and were very helpful and courteous. Highly recommend Blasius!! It was worth the drive!!! More