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Why are dealers so scared to sell product out of

state. I was calling a few dealers out of state looking for better pricing on a product. Another reason I'm trying to buy out of state is to save the high sales tax in Southern California. A couple of dealers I talked to refused to sell product out of state.They said they have an agreement with the distributor not to sell out of state. It's amazing how distributors have such a hold on the retailer. High-end audio Isn't exactly setting the world on fire yet they have all these restrictions for the retailer. I can buy a rolex watch out of state or even a ferrari. Why can't I buy audio equipment out of state if I choose to? Yes, I know there are mail order companies that carry lines they can sell across state lines. The problem is these firms sell at list price and I'm not going to pay list for anything including audio equipment.
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taters OP
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Br-3098,

I recently bought an expensive pre-amp without ever hearing it. The price was right and I figured if I didn't like it I could sell it on the Gon for what I paid or a few dollars less.

There are a lot of repair shops in Southern California and I can get most things fixed here. In fact I have never had to ship a piece to get repaired.
taters OP
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Br3098,

I'm not just trying to save the sales tax. I'm also looking for a discount.
taters OP
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Sksos1, So you are telling us that a product that cost 10, 880 sells for 38,880? Wow! No wonder the dealers around here are driving Ferrari's, Porsche's and Bentley's.
taters OP
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Tmsorosk,

In what city are they offering 15 to 20 percent off without you asking for a discount.
taters OP
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Rsf507,

Name the city where you get 15 to 25 percent off?
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