LAZY Dealer Hides Behind Franchise Laws - But I WON!
About this episode
Tommy runs a rapid-fire negotiation playbook for a Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy, calling multiple dealers across Ohio and beyond to chase a specific discount target. He compares offers, pushes for the “oldest” inventory, and uses financing rebates to close the gap toward $3,000 off. The episode also turns into a debate about dealer franchise laws, arguing they distort pricing and protect middlemen, while direct-to-consumer brands like Tesla show what changes when restrictions are removed.
I'm negotiating a 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy for a client in Ohio. The target is $3,000 off. Some dealers in this market are still trying to sell above sticker. Others are hiding behind limited inventory as an excuse not to move. Watch as I call dealership after dealership until one finally does the right thing. But this video isn't just about one deal, It's about why getting a fair price on a car is harder than it should be. Franchise laws protect dealers from real competition. When a middleman doesn't have to earn your business, they won't.
Hyundai Palisade
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