Kia Dealer Hit for Deceptive Practices

[BubbaSmithTX]

"judge ruled that Koons Kia in Owings Mills, Maryland, must refund fees and shipping charges it levied on customers above and beyond the advertised purchase price of the vehicles. Though the dealer gets off without having to admit guilt in the matter, the financial implications of the judgment will likely sting."

Kia Dealer Smacked With Big Fine For Deceptive Pricing

The breakdown between MSRP and sales price is what caused the problem.

carbuzz.com

It's about time some of them get held accountable. I just wish they had to admit guilt.

 

[EgatsTelly]

Koons has a rep for shady practices (all locations). I don’t know why people still fall for bait and switch these days with many other options around (for most).

 

[JustBrowsing]

They told me from the jump it was a $18k markup. I said thank you for the time and called West End and Parsons.