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Originally Posted by cockerpunk View Post
dealers are costly middle men that regulated themselves into the marketplace and provide little/no value for the customer.

like so much of the "free market" they are actually legally required in most states.
Please elaborate on the net cost to consumers if all brands followed the Tesla model. Also, where would GM, Ford, Honda, Toyota, Porsche, et al come up with a system of dealerships to facilitate sales and service?

Are you aware that owners of dealerships invested millions based on a franchise agreement? Perhaps you’re confusing a legal agreement vs a legal mandate?
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