Edmunds.com Comments on GM Selling New Vehicles on eBay

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SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Beginning Tuesday, consumers in California can shop and start the purchase of a new Buick, Chevrolet, GMC or Pontiac vehicle on Ebay.com reports Edmunds’ AutoObserver.com. GM expects about 225 of its 250 dealerships in California to participate in the trial program which is expected to end September 8.

“While not groundbreaking, GM aggressively facilitating the placement of dealer inventory on eBay can only help sell more vehicles,” said Jeremy Anwyl, CEO of Edmunds.com. “The most intriguing aspect is the 'Buy It Now' pricing. It will be interesting to see how this feature is used by dealers.”

GM says California was selected because of the many tech-savvy consumers and to help strengthen sales which are typically been weak in the state. Consumers can visit the GM and eBay page at gm.ebay.com and will be allowed the opportunity to ask questions to dealers.