Buyer Beware La Mesa RV Davie Fl

[Mahi54]

BUYER BEWARE !! ..on May 12, 2023 without anyone in the family aware this was happening my 88 year old Dad went to La Mesa Center Davie wanting to buy a camper ... although he has pulled campers before 45-50 years ago he hasn't in some time.. in addition does not have a vehicle that would safely pull a trailer...none of this mattered to the sales staff or manager ... when I finally found out what was happening.. I contacted the sales staff letting them know who I was and that my father is elderly ... please stop until I can get involved ... not only did they not stop or even slow down for that matter ...they went thru with the sale with a almost $1k "prep fee" and a $ 820 tire wheel protection which my dad did not sign but they charged anyway ...they had it delivered to his house early the next morning (his vehicle could not safely tow the camper) .... I understand the state of Florida law does not provide a "cooling off" period for Rv's but you would think that at least one of the two sales staff or the manager would step up and say this is wrong to take advantage of our elderly ..with all that said.. we need to sell the camper just two months later ... Dad called La Mesa asking for their help ... what do you think they said ... "Sorry we can't Help" If the sales staff or Manager are lucky enough to still have their parents around I just hope this type of thing never happens to them... my advice to anyone looking to buy an RV ... look elsewhere ..​

 

[Dan_Frisbie]

I would contact your local Attorney General, your state rep and senator, the AARP, and any local organization that helps the elderly.
They can put some pretty heavy pressure on the dealer.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Honestly, unless you had what it takes to declare him incompetent, he has the right to make his own choices. . This of course means they were within their right to sell to him. .

That said!! Your choice to spread the word about the these practices is well within your rights.

I see that you made one mistake!!! You didn't simply put La Mesa RV as a title as that would have given it better SEO status.

 

[AbdRahim]

Yes. It is a shame how unscrupulous some businesses are. My mother, in her nineties, bought an air conditioner, some years ago. She was told if she paid twice the price, they could install one with a heater, as well. She went with it and paid double. Years later she hired someone to clean the unit and asked them to clean the heater part also. She was informed that there is no heater part. Ripped off.

Slightly different scenario, but the dealer knew they were taking advantage of an elderly person, who was unaware of what was needed. They were afraid that you would stop the sale and they would lose their commission. in heir right, but very underhanded.

 

[Rosy]

You should post a review of the dealer on Google.

 

[GTS225]

You should post a review of the dealer on Google.

And spare no details, or "descriptive" words.

Roger

 

[Wemustrv]

BUYER BEWARE !! ..on May 12, 2023 without anyone in the family aware this was happening my 88 year old Dad went to La Mesa Center Davie wanting to buy a camper ... although he has pulled campers before 45-50 years ago he hasn't in some time.. in addition does not have a vehicle that would safely pull a trailer...none of this mattered to the sales staff or manager ... when I finally found out what was happening.. I contacted the sales staff letting them know who I was and that my father is elderly ... please stop until I can get involved ... not only did they not stop or even slow down for that matter ...they went thru with the sale with a almost $1k "prep fee" and a $ 820 tire wheel protection which my dad did not sign but they charged anyway ...they had it delivered to his house early the next morning (his vehicle could not safely tow the camper) .... I understand the state of Florida law does not provide a "cooling off" period for Rv's but you would think that at least one of the two sales staff or the manager would step up and say this is wrong to take advantage of our elderly ..with all that said.. we need to sell the camper just two months later ... Dad called La Mesa asking for their help ... what do you think they said ... "Sorry we can't Help" If the sales staff or Manager are lucky enough to still have their parents around I just hope this type of thing never happens to them... my advice to anyone looking to buy an RV ... look elsewh​

BUYER BEWARE !! ..on May 12, 2023 without anyone in the family aware this was happening my 88 year old Dad went to La Mesa Center Davie wanting to buy a camper ... although he has pulled campers before 45-50 years ago he hasn't in some time.. in addition does not have a vehicle that would safely pull a trailer...none of this mattered to the sales staff or manager ... when I finally found out what was happening.. I contacted the sales staff letting them know who I was and that my father is elderly ... please stop until I can get involved ... not only did they not stop or even slow down for that matter ...they went thru with the sale with a almost $1k "prep fee" and a $ 820 tire wheel protection which my dad did not sign but they charged anyway ...they had it delivered to his house early the next morning (his vehicle could not safely tow the camper) .... I understand the state of Florida law does not provide a "cooling off" period for Rv's but you would think that at least one of the two sales staff or the manager would step up and say this is wrong to take advantage of our elderly ..with all that said.. we need to sell the camper just two months later ... Dad called La Mesa asking for their help ... what do you think they said ... "Sorry we can't Help" If the sales staff or Manager are lucky enough to still have their parents around I just hope this type of thing never happens to them... my advice to anyone looking to buy an RV ... look elsewhere ..​

I agree with Rosy, Ken and Dan's comments. I would further suggest contacting the manufacturer of the unit and let them know how their dealers are treating the elderly. While they have no stake in this per se they could/ should put pressure on that dealer. Much of the RV world is comprised of elderly. Make sure everything written is factual or it could come back to haunt you. Emotion is fine but facts are key an should not be clouded by emotion, You may even discuss this with a local TV station. Just remember as pointed out they have done nothing illegal. What they have done it is just not ethical. Keep us posted on how this all works out for you..

 

[Mahi54]

Honestly, unless you had what it takes to declare him incompetent, he has the right to make his own choices. . This of course means they were within their right to sell to him. .

That said!! Your choice to spread the word about the these practices is well within your rights.

I see that you made one mistake!!! You didn't simply put La Mesa RV as a title as that would have given it better SEO status.

Thank-you for the response Kevin ... he is definitely not incompetent just old and not necessarily thinking things through as he once did.. I am hoping that if I make it to 88 that will be my only problem.... again the fact that I asked LaMesa to please stop until I can get over to the dealership and go thru the losistics of pull a TT and they refused is still in my crawl ... I want to spread the word.. I will change the title as you suggested ..

 

[Mahi54]

I would contact your local Attorney General, your state rep and senator, the AARP, and any local organization that helps the elderly.
They can put some pretty heavy pressure on the dealer.

Thank-you Dan very good advice .. La Mesa Attorney contacted me and stated they are not able to help due to “inventory constraints” which I found comical at best .. I am taking your advice and contacting our state representative and AARP ..will see if that helps ...

 

[Mahi54]

For the record ......everything I have said is factual and just sharing my story ... at no time have I slandered La Mesa .... facts are facts and the fact is they took advantage of a 88 year old man even after I asked them to please stop until I could get to the dealership to make sure if was safe for my dad to be pulling a camper... thanks again for everyone's concern... I would hate to see this type of thing happen to any one of your elderly parents if you are fortunate enough to still have them around.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Thank-you for the response Kevin ... he is definitely not incompetent just old and not necessarily thinking things through as he once did.. I am hoping that if I make it to 88 that will be my only problem.... again the fact that I asked LaMesa to please stop until I can get over to the dealership and go thru the losistics of pull a TT and they refused is still in my crawl ... I want to spread the word.. I will change the title as you suggested ..

I am 71! Still a young pup. Saundra fought for her mother till the day she passed (Saundra). She had her medical power of attorney, and helped her mom avoid the injection during the craziness, via threats of lawsuits, She had discussed the issue with her mom. But as far as issues that resulted in work unraveling mistakes that her mom made due to her age, she couldn't bring herself to declare her mom incompetent, so took it in stride, as one does when they tear out a miss placed stitch. I am glad your dad has an advocate in you!!!

 

[gfmucci]

Thank-you for the response Kevin ... he is definitely not incompetent just old and not necessarily thinking things through as he once did.. I am hoping that if I make it to 88 that will be my only problem.... again the fact that I asked LaMesa to please stop until I can get over to the dealership and go thru the losistics of pull a TT and they refused is still in my crawl ... I want to spread the word.. I will change the title as you suggested ..

I agree. People don't have to be mentally incompetent to be unaware of shady dealers and taken advantage of. There are plenty of younger people who are unaware of dealer tactics who get similarly screwed.

 

[Jireh Financial]

I would contact your local Attorney General, your state rep and senator, the AARP, and any local organization that helps the elderly.
They can put some pretty heavy pressure on the dealer.

Other than a real "tacky" move, not real sure what laws they broke. They worked with an adult that made a purchase decision. I did not see you mention a loan so he must have had the $$ to do it.
If it was me, I would have asked him several questions. As for legality, I would be surprised if they broke any state laws.
Ken

 

[Mahi54]

Other than a real "tacky" move, not real sure what laws they broke. They worked with an adult that made a purchase decision. I did not see you mention a loan so he must have had the $$ to do it.
If it was me, I would have asked him several questions. As for legality, I would be surprised if they broke any state laws.
Ken

I did not say they broke any laws ... not sure where you got that .. in my opinion it was more that just a "tacky" move.. the "adult" was my 88 year old father and yes he did have the money.... again never mentioned that .. I asked them to please stop until I could get over to the dealer to see if my dad could safely pull a trailer and talk logistics ..they never contacted me ...so I was never offered the opportunity to ask "several"or any questions for that matter.. this was more about integrity and looking out for our elderly over profit ...

 

[Jireh Financial]

Generally when people mention Attorney General, State Rep, and Senator, they are leaning towards some sort of legal solution. Just an assumption on my end.
By "IF IT WAS ME" I meant as the sales person. If I was the sales person or involved on that end. I fully agree with you that for a dealer to complete this transaction, stinks. I made the "assumption" that you were suggesting seeking a legal remedy. I just questioned what (if any) law was broken.
I am not the enemy here.
Thank you,
Ken

 

[Mahi54]

Generally when people mention Attorney General, State Rep, and Senator, they are leaning towards some sort of legal solution. Just an assumption on my end.
By "IF IT WAS ME" I meant as the sales person. If I was the sales person or involved on that end. I fully agree with you that for a dealer to complete this transaction, stinks. I made the "assumption" that you were suggesting seeking a legal remedy. I just questioned what (if any) law was broken.
I am not the enemy here.
Thank you,
Ken

Thanks Ken .... absolutely do not think you are the enemy did not mean to portray it that way ... I believe the advice from others to seek higher pay grade than me involvement was for elderly advocacy ...not necessarily a legal solution... as you stated there was no laws broken in the transaction just taking advantage of someone that I feel could of been avoided if they would of just allowed me to ask questions prior to sale.. I do appreciated the dialog from everyone.. it has been helpful...nothing may come from this but if I'm not a advocate for my Dad who else would ?

 

[GTS225]

I believe the advice from others to seek higher pay grade than me involvement was for elderly advocacy ...not necessarily a legal solution... as you stated there was no laws broken in the transaction just taking advantage of someone that I feel could of been avoided if they would of just allowed me to ask questions prior to sale.

Well, now.......looking at it from that angle.....depending on IF there are any elder advocacy laws in your state, and how they're worded, there MIGHT be a broken law. Something to think about and look into. An advocacy group would be an asset here, I should think.
Do step carefully, though. There might be some devils in the details. (Like him getting declared incompetent.)

Roger

 

[LMHS]

My husband worked for a car dealership in the Chattanooga area for a few weeks when we had first moved to the area. At the end of the first week, he came home and said he didn't think he could do that. One of the things that rankled was the attitude towards elderly customers. The salesmen were expected to not let them off the lot until they had pressured the older customer into buying a vehicle, even if they were still in the "looking" phase. This is a common practice at many new and used car dealerships. One couple was so "strongly" pressured that David thought it was illegal. It certainly was unethical. Took David the following week to line up another job. He never did get paid for the three vehicles that he sold.

 

[Joe Hogan]

Information for Elders - Florida Courts

www.flcourts.gov

 

[Mahi54]

Information for Elders - Florida Courts

www.flcourts.gov

Thanks Joe... much appreciated.