Dateline NBC hidden camera investigation reveals deception at some dealerships
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REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK By Lea Thompson NBC NEWS Dec. 5, 2003; Americans spend more than $650 billion a year on new cars — and they probably spend way too much. Chances are you’ve been there, sitting across from a smiling car salesman, sweating out the negotiations, determined to get a bargain, but convinced you won’t. You’re probably right. Dateline NBC went undercover to reveal some tricks of the trade, how, with a little sleight of hand and deception, dealerships are sweetening your deal in their favor — taking you for thousands of dollars. NBC’s Lea Thompson shares her observations on the story, as well as some important tips.
